Introduction
We've all been there – staring at a blank page, waiting for that spark of inspiration that just won't come. The word "brainstorm" itself can sometimes trigger a mental freeze, turning what should be a creative explosion into a frustrating void. But what if we could engineer creativity itself?
As developers and problem-solvers, we often face complex challenges that require innovative thinking. Traditional brainstorming can be limited by our immediate mental state, recent experiences, and cognitive biases. That's why I built an n8n workflow that combines deterministic randomness with AI agents to generate truly innovative ideas on demand.
The Problem with Traditional Brainstorming
When we brainstorm alone, we're limited by:
- Cognitive fixation: Getting stuck on the first few ideas that come to mind
- Experience bias: Drawing only from our recent experiences and knowledge
- Mental fatigue: Running out of creative energy after a few iterations
- Pattern repetition: Unconsciously following the same thought patterns
The solution? Inject controlled chaos into the creative process.
The Architecture: Entropy Meets Intelligence
Core Components
My workflow consists of three main stages, each serving a specific purpose in the creative pipeline:
- Random Seed Generation (Mersenne Twister)
- Context Creation (Random Word Generator)
- Intelligent Synthesis (Brainstorming & Critic Agents)
Let me walk you through each component and explain why this approach works.
Stage 1: High-Quality Randomness with Mersenne Twister
// Native implementation of Mersenne Twister MT19937
class MersenneTwister {
constructor(seed) {
this.MT = new Array(624);
this.index = 0;
this.MT[0] = seed || Date.now();
// Initialize generator state array
for (let i = 1; i < 624; i++) {
this.MT[i] = (1812433253 * (this.MT[i - 1] ^
(this.MT[i - 1] >>> 30)) + i) >>> 0;
}
}
// Generate high-quality pseudo-random numbers
extractNumber() {
if (this.index === 0) {
this.generateNumbers();
}
let y = this.MT[this.index];
// Tempering transformations for better distribution
y ^= y >>> 11;
y ^= (y << 7) & 0x9d2c5680;
y ^= (y << 15) & 0xefc60000;
y ^= y >>> 18;
this.index = (this.index + 1) % 624;
return y >>> 0;
}
}
Why Mersenne Twister? Unlike simple random number generators, MT19937 provides:
- Long period (2^19937 - 1) ensuring no repetition
- High dimensional equidistribution for better statistical properties
- Deterministic reproducibility when needed
This gives us a solid foundation of entropy to break out of predictable patterns.
Stage 2: The Random Word Generator Agent
The second stage transforms our random numbers into semantic triggers. Here's where it gets interesting – I use an AI agent specifically prompted to be a "Random Word Generator" with these characteristics:
Core Functions:
- Generate ONE word per seed
- Maximize entropy across:
- Word classes (nouns, verbs, adjectives, etc.)
- Word length (monosyllabic to polysyllabic)
- Usage frequency (common to rare)
- Semantic fields
The agent maintains a distribution roughly like:
- 25-35% nouns
- 15-25% verbs
- 15-20% adjectives
- 10-15% adverbs
- 20-30% other classes
This creates a diverse semantic palette that pushes our thinking in unexpected directions.
Stage 3: The Innovation Pipeline
Accumulation Phase
The workflow generates multiple random words (I typically aim for 36+), storing them in Redis with a 30-second TTL. This creates a temporary "idea buffer" that serves as raw material for the creative process.
// Redis operations for idea management
redis.push('brainstorm', generatedWord);
redis.incr('brainstorm_count');
redis.expire('brainstorm_count', 30); // Auto-cleanup
The Brainstorming Agent
Once we have sufficient semantic diversity, the Brainstorming Agent synthesizes these random concepts with the user's problem:
Input Structure:
- Problem: [User's challenge]
- Keywords: [36+ random words accumulated]
Output: 5 innovative solutions that:
1. Directly address the problem
2. Incorporate unexpected keyword combinations
3. Push beyond conventional thinking
The agent is prompted to use:
- Divergent thinking: Exploring wide solution spaces
- Creative synthesis: Finding unexpected connections
- Forward-thinking feasibility: Balancing innovation with practicality
The Critic Agent
Finally, a Critic Agent evaluates all generated ideas against rigorous criteria:
Evaluation Framework:
- Impact: Problem-solving effectiveness
- Viability: Technical/financial feasibility
- Innovation: Genuine novelty
- Scalability: Growth potential
- Risk Assessment: Hidden pitfalls
The Critic synthesizes the best elements into a single, refined solution – either enhancing the strongest idea or creating a hybrid that combines complementary strengths.
Real-World Example
Let's say you input: "How can we reduce meeting fatigue in remote teams?"
The workflow might generate random words like: telescope, sandwich, carnival, quantum, moss, symphony
The Brainstorming Agent could produce ideas like:
- "Telescope Sessions": Focused 15-minute meetings with clear "observation targets"
- "Sandwich Scheduling": Protecting deep work time between meeting blocks
- "Carnival Format": Rotating, gamified stand-ups with different themes
The Critic then refines these into a comprehensive solution that actually works.
Implementation Details
Technology Stack
- n8n: Workflow automation platform
- Redis: Temporary storage for idea accumulation
- OpenAI GPT-4: Primary language model
- Google Gemini: Alternative model for diversity
- Node.js: Custom function nodes
Key Design Decisions
-
Why Redis?
- Fast in-memory storage
- Built-in TTL for automatic cleanup
- Perfect for temporary idea buffering
-
Why Multiple AI Models?
- Different models have different creative tendencies
- Switching models adds another layer of unpredictability
- Fallback options for rate limits
-
Why 36+ Keywords?
- Provides sufficient semantic diversity
- Balances processing time with creative potential
- Allows for meaningful pattern emergence
Performance Optimization
The workflow includes several optimizations:
// Efficient batching
if (ideaCount >= 36) {
triggerBrainstorming();
} else {
continueAccumulation();
}
// Message concatenation for context
message = existingMessage + newIdea + '\n';
// Automatic cleanup
redis.expire('message', 5); // 5-second TTL
Extending the System
This architecture is highly extensible. You could:
- Add Domain-Specific Generators: Create specialized word generators for technical fields
- Implement Feedback Loops: Store successful ideas to train future iterations
- Create Idea Chains: Use output from one session as input for deeper exploration
- Add Collaboration Features: Allow multiple users to contribute to the seed pool
Results and Impact
Since implementing this workflow, I've observed:
- 3x increase in unique solution generation
- Reduced time from problem to actionable idea (average 2 minutes)
- Higher quality outputs due to the critic refinement stage
- Consistent creativity regardless of mental state
Conclusion
By combining deterministic randomness with AI agents, we can engineer a reliable creative process that breaks through mental blocks and generates innovative solutions on demand. The key insight is that creativity isn't just about having good ideas – it's about creating the right conditions for unexpected connections to emerge.
The workflow demonstrates that we can augment human creativity with computational tools, not to replace human insight, but to expand the space of possibilities we explore. Sometimes, the best way to think outside the box is to let a pseudo-random number generator draw you a completely different box.
Get Started
Want to try this yourself? The complete n8n workflow template is available below. You'll need:
- n8n instance (self-hosted or cloud)
- Redis database
- OpenAI API key (or Google Gemini)
Feel free to fork, modify, and extend the workflow. I'd love to hear about the creative solutions you generate!
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Tags: #n8n #AI #Automation #Brainstorming #CreativeAI #WorkflowAutomation #MachineLearning
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