epic-planner

Create phase plans with goals, risks, and implementation steps for epic projects.

Updated Jun 20, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/sbsbhong/diving-app --skill epic-planner
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Skill: epic-planner
Source: https://github.com/sbsbhong/diving-app/tree/main/.agents/skills/epic-planner
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/sbsbhong/diving-app --skill epic-planner

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

The epic-planner Skill helps manage large projects by requiring a detailed phase plan before implementation, ensuring thorough preparation and reducing the risk of failure.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Phase Planning: Encourage detailed planning for each phase of an epic project.
  • Risk Assessment: Identify potential risks and mitigation strategies in advance.
  • Project Coordination: Keep teams aligned with clear goals and expected deliverables.

Quick Start

Before coding your next epic feature, create a phase plan with goals, files, implementation steps, and gates using the PLANS.md format.

Frequently Asked Questions about epic-planner

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

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What is phase planning for epic-sized projects and when do I need it?

Phase planning for epic-sized projects breaks complex sequences into manageable phases requiring upfront goals, risks, and implementation details. You need it for large projects to ensure thorough preparation and reduce execution failure risk.

How do I plan and execute epic-sized projects with structured phases?

To plan and execute epic-sized projects, you create a detailed phase plan using the PLANS.md format before implementation. This document requires you to define specific goals, files, implementation steps, and gates to facilitate proper breakdown and coordination.

How do I perform risk assessment and mitigation for complex project workflows?

Risk assessment for complex project workflows requires identifying potential risks and mitigation strategies in advance. By documenting these upfront in your phase plan, you ensure thorough preparation and keep teams aligned before implementation begins.

Does epic project management work for complex sequences requiring upfront planning documents?

Epic project management works specifically for complex sequences by requiring upfront planning documents. It facilitates breaking epics into manageable phases, ensuring project managers have clear goals, expected deliverables, and identified risks before execution starts.

What is the best way to coordinate teams during large project execution?

The best way to coordinate teams during large project execution is requiring detailed phase plans upfront. This keeps teams aligned with clear goals and expected deliverables, ensuring thorough preparation and reducing the risk of failure.

What are the limitations of upfront phase planning for epic project management?

Upfront phase planning for epic project management requires significant preparation before implementation begins. It demands detailed documentation of goals, risks, and steps, which may slow down immediate execution but ensures thorough preparation for complex workflows.