block-c-simple-planning

Automate lightweight planning workflows for small software tasks.

Updated Feb 5, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/TomazWang/agent-toolkit --skill block-c-simple-planning
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Skill: block-c-simple-planning
Source: https://github.com/TomazWang/agent-toolkit/tree/main/plugins/workflow/skills/block-c-simple-planning
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/TomazWang/agent-toolkit --skill block-c-simple-planning

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Block C provides a lightweight, deterministic planning process for straightforward tasks, reducing over-planning and accelerating delivery.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Quick Research: a brief information gathering pass to understand the current state and context.
  • Create Plan: generate a simple, date-stamped plan format stored under docs/plans/YYYY-MM-DD-[feature].md.
  • Convert to Tasks: transform plan steps into tasks via task-management or a lightweight ToDoWrite approach.
  • Implementation: execute tasks with live tracking and minimal ceremony.
  • Use Case: when you need to plan small features quickly and stay within a few steps.

Quick Start

Begin with quick research, draft a plan in docs/plans, convert steps to tasks, and start implementing.

Frequently Asked Questions about block-c-simple-planning

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I do quick planning for small tasks without over-planning?

Quick planning for small tasks requires a lightweight, deterministic process that standardizes brief research, simple plan generation, and task conversion to accelerate delivery and reduce over-planning. It uses a minimal, repeatable format for rapid kickoff.

What is the best way to convert a planning document into actionable tasks?

Converting a planning document into actionable tasks involves transforming simple plan steps into tracked items via task-management tools or a lightweight ToDoWrite approach. This ensures steps from the date-stamped plan are executable and monitored during implementation.

Does lightweight agile planning work for rapid software development and operations projects?

Lightweight agile planning works for rapid software development and operations projects by applying a minimal, repeatable process to quick projects. It standardizes quick research and task kickoff, suited for contexts needing rapid implementation without heavy ceremony.

How do I structure simple plan documentation for quick feature kickoffs?

Simple plan documentation for quick feature kickoffs is structured using a date-stamped markdown format stored under docs/plans/YYYY-MM-DD-[feature].md. This ensures plans are lightweight, traceable, and easy to convert into actionable tasks.

When should I avoid using a lightweight planning workflow?

You should avoid lightweight planning workflows for complex projects requiring extensive research, detailed documentation, or heavy ceremony. This approach is designed specifically for straightforward tasks and small features needing rapid implementation within a few steps.

Can I integrate simple planning workflows with existing task-management tools?

Simple planning workflows support optional integration with task-management tools to convert plan steps into tracked tasks. This allows teams to bridge quick research and plan generation directly into their existing task tracking and implementation environment.