ctx-plan-writing

Transform brainstorming output into a structured execution plan with objectives, workstreams, tasks, and risks.

29|15|Updated Oct 17, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/NickCrew/claude-cortex --skill ctx-plan-writing
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Skill: ctx-plan-writing
Source: https://github.com/NickCrew/claude-cortex/tree/main/skills/collaboration/writing-plans
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/NickCrew/claude-cortex --skill ctx-plan-writing

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill transforms high-level brainstorming outputs into structured, actionable execution plans aligned with Claude workflows.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Plan Structure: Defines objectives, workstreams, and tasks with clear DoDs.
  • Verification Hooks: Links to tests and lint checks for validation.
  • Task Seeding: Seeds tasks via the Task View or /ctx:execute-plan.

Quick Start

Convert a brainstorming summary into a plan with two workstreams and 4 tasks.

Frequently Asked Questions about ctx-plan-writing

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I turn a brainstorm into an executable plan?

Transform brainstorm output into a structured execution plan by defining objectives, workstreams, and tasks with clear definitions of done. ctx-plan-writing converts high-level ideas into actionable steps that claude-ctx can enforce, complete with verification hooks and risk assessment.

What should an execution plan include for task tracking?

A structured execution plan includes objectives, workstreams organized by domain (frontend, backend, docs, infra), individual tasks with definitions of done, verification hooks linking to tests and lint checks, and risk assessment. This format seeds directly into task execution workflows.

Can I use execution plans with claude-ctx workflows?

Yes. Execution plans output by ctx-plan-writing align with claude-ctx's enforce modes and can seed the /ctx:execute-plan command. Plans store in docs/plans and integrate directly with task synchronization across multiple domains.

How do I verify tasks in an execution plan?

Execution plans include verification hooks that link tasks to tests and lint checks. These hooks enable validation during task execution, ensuring workstreams and individual tasks meet their definitions of done before completion.

What's the difference between a brainstorm and an execution plan?

A brainstorm captures ideas without structure; an execution plan restates objectives clearly, breaks work into defined workstreams, specifies individual tasks with acceptance criteria, adds verification mechanisms, and identifies risks—making it actionable by automation tools.