polya-problem-solving
About
This Claude Skill provides a systematic four-phase heuristic (understand, plan, execute, review) for solving novel mathematical, logical, and engineering problems requiring invention. It is specifically designed for discovery-based challenges, not for rote calculations or applying memorized procedures. Developers should use it to guide Claude through exploratory problem-solving where the solution path is not immediately known.
Quick Install
Claude Code
Recommendednpx skills add erichowens/some_claude_skills -a claude-code/plugin add https://github.com/erichowens/some_claude_skillsgit clone https://github.com/erichowens/some_claude_skills.git ~/.claude/skills/polya-problem-solvingCopy and paste this command in Claude Code to install this skill
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Frequently asked questions
What is the polya-problem-solving skill?
polya-problem-solving is a Claude Skill by erichowens. Skills package instructions and resources that Claude loads on demand, so Claude can perform polya-problem-solving-related tasks without extra prompting.
How do I install polya-problem-solving?
Use the install commands on this page: add polya-problem-solving to Claude Code as a plugin, or clone its repository into your skills directory, then restart Claude so it picks up the skill.
What category does polya-problem-solving belong to?
polya-problem-solving is in the Design category, tagged design.
Is polya-problem-solving free to use?
Yes. polya-problem-solving is listed on AIMCP and free to install. It runs inside Claude, so no separate service account is required to use the skill itself.
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