create-structure-outline

Generate phased implementation plans with file changes and validation steps.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/mshuffett/dotfiles --skill create-structure-outline
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Skill: create-structure-outline
Source: https://github.com/mshuffett/dotfiles/tree/main/claude-plugins/riptide-rpi/skills/create-structure-outline
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mshuffett/dotfiles --skill create-structure-outline

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps users create detailed, phased implementation plans for software development tasks, ensuring a structured and manageable approach to complex changes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Phased Planning: Breaks down work into independently testable phases.
  • Detailed Documentation: Generates a structured outline including file changes and validation steps.
  • Research Integration: Leverages research documents, design decisions, and identified patterns.
  • Use Case: When starting a new feature development (e.g., "parent-child tracking"), this Skill can generate a clear roadmap, outlining each step, the files to be modified, and how to verify the implementation.

Quick Start

Use the create-structure-outline skill to generate a phased implementation plan for the change request described in the provided research document.

Frequently Asked Questions about create-structure-outline

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create a phased implementation plan for software development?

A phased implementation plan breaks down software development work into logical, independently testable phases, specifying file changes and validation approaches. This ensures complex changes remain structured and manageable by isolating tasks into verifiable milestones.

How do I turn research findings into an implementation roadmap?

You can generate an implementation roadmap by integrating research documents, design decisions, and identified patterns. This process transforms research findings into a structured outline detailing specific file modifications, task sequences, and validation steps.

What is the best way to outline file changes for a new feature?

The best way to outline file changes is generating a structured implementation plan that details exact modifications and validation approaches. This documents each step of the feature development process, ensuring every codebase adjustment maps to a testable phase.

Can I use this approach for unticketed work items?

Yes, this planning approach supports both ticketed and unticketed work items. It processes codebase analysis and external research to produce structured outlines, allowing you to create phased roadmaps for any software development task regardless of ticketing status.

Do I need design decisions before generating a task management roadmap?

Yes, you need design decisions and research findings before generating a task management roadmap. The skill leverages these inputs, along with existing codebase analysis, to produce a structured outline that accurately breaks down work into testable phases.