document-planner

Generate and reconcile thesis and chapter plans with Zotero-backed citations.

6|Updated Jan 25, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ccam80/thesis-writer --skill document-planner
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: document-planner
Source: https://github.com/ccam80/thesis-writer/tree/main/skills/document-planner
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ccam80/thesis-writer --skill document-planner

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill enables collaborative, plan-driven planning for theses, chapters, and sections, ensuring a coherent narrative structure anchored to verified Zotero citations and a living directory-level plan.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Multi-level planning: plan from whole-thesis to subsection level with citation checks.
  • Plan reconciliation: identify and resolve differences between parent and child plans.
  • Plan generation: automatically draft a directory-level plan.md that aligns with parent goals.
  • Phase-aware workflow: read/reconcile, narrative structure, and paragraph-level statement expansion, all while referencing Zotero data through the zotero-research agent.

Quick Start

For example: plan the background chapter for a thesis, then generate the initial plan.md and begin reconciliation with the parent plan.

Frequently Asked Questions about document-planner

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I plan a thesis outline with Zotero citations?

Plan a thesis outline with Zotero citations by generating a directory-level plan.md that structures your narrative from whole-thesis to subsection scope. The skill fetches verified references via the zotero-research agent to anchor each section.

What is the best way to reconcile parent and child thesis plans?

Reconcile parent and child thesis plans by identifying structural differences between directory levels and resolving them against the authoritative plan.md. This ensures subsection narratives align coherently with overarching thesis goals.

How do I generate a plan.md for a thesis chapter?

Generate a plan.md for a thesis chapter by drafting a directory-level planning document that aligns with parent goals. The skill structures the chapter narrative and integrates Zotero-backed citations for reference checks.

Can I use this for paragraph-level thesis structuring?

Yes, you can use this for paragraph-level thesis structuring. The skill supports phase-aware workflow expansion, allowing you to develop detailed narrative statements while referencing Zotero data for citation accuracy.

Do I need a Zotero database to manage thesis references with this approach?

Yes, a Zotero database is required to manage thesis references. The skill relies on the zotero-research agent via Task tools to fetch citations and maintain verified references throughout the planning process.

What are the limitations of plan-driven document planning for theses?

Plan-driven document planning is limited to structural outline generation and citation reconciliation within directory-level plan.md files. It does not author full thesis text, requiring manual narrative expansion after paragraph-level statements are structured.