GPT-5 Consultant Skill

GPT-5 Consultant Skill

Leverage GPT-5's advanced analytical capabilities for complex technical research and problem-solving.

Prerequisites

This skill requires the gpt5-mcp-server to be installed and running locally.

Verify the following tools are available:

• mcp__gpt5-server__gpt5_generate (single-shot analysis)
• mcp__gpt5-server__gpt5_messages (multi-turn conversations)

If not available, check your MCP configuration and ensure the server is running.

When to Use GPT-5

Recognize the signs you're stuck:

• Multiple attempts at the same problem without progress
• Going in circles with different approaches that all fail
• User expressing frustration ("this isn't working", "we're stuck", "nothing's helping")
• Solutions that should work but don't for unclear reasons
• Debugging that reveals more questions than answers

Use GPT-5 for:

• Breaking through impasses where standard approaches have failed
• Complex architectural decisions requiring expert judgment
• Debugging issues involving multiple interacting systems or obscure edge cases
• Novel technical challenges without established documentation
• Getting a fresh perspective when you're too close to the problem

Do NOT use GPT-5 for:

• Questions easily answered by existing documentation or API references
• Common patterns with established solutions
• First attempt at debugging (try standard research first)

When you notice circular debugging or lack of progress, pause and consult GPT-5. Present all context from the conversation so far.

Workflow

1. Context Gathering