Chain coding into themes into implications
Run analysis as distinct passes so interpretation cannot quietly precede the evidence.
What this prompt helps you do
Codes, then themes, then implications — each stage traceable back to specific participant evidence.
When to use it
Research analysis is being done in one pass and conclusions are arriving too early.
What to prepare
The goal, relevant source material, constraints, examples, and the decision or action this should support.
How to get a strong result
The implications stage may not introduce evidence; it may only reason from what the theme stage established.
How to use this prompt
Replace each placeholder with accurate context. Paste the complete prompt into Claude, review the response critically, resolve important questions, and use it as a considered input to the next decision—not as an unchecked final answer.