flow-next-plan

Convert feature requests or Flow IDs into epics and tasks in .flow/ via flowctl.

Updated Jan 15, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tiendung/flow-next --skill flow-next-plan-tiendung
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Skill: flow-next-plan
Source: https://github.com/tiendung/flow-next/tree/main/skills/flow-next-plan
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tiendung/flow-next --skill flow-next-plan-tiendung

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Plan and structure work by converting feature requests or Flow IDs into well-scoped epics and tasks in the Flow-Next planning system.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Plan-to-Flow conversion: Convert requests into an Epic + Tasks inside .flow/ using flowctl.
  • Non-implementation planning: Specs-only planning with explicit acceptance criteria and sizing.
  • Parallel scouting support: Run research scouts (rp/repo-scout) and epic dependencies to inform planning.
  • Use cases: Product managers outline features; engineers map tasks; teams plan sprints.

Quick Start

Invoke /flow-next:plan with a feature description or an existing fn-N-slug to generate an Epic and its Tasks in .flow/.

Frequently Asked Questions about flow-next-plan

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I convert a feature request into structured epics and tasks for project management?

To convert feature requests into structured epics and tasks, invoke /flow-next:plan with a natural language description or an existing Flow ID. It generates well-scoped .flow/ markdown spec files using flowctl, enforcing non-implementation planning guidelines.

Can I use natural language to plan multi-epic initiatives in the Flow-Next system?

Yes, you can use natural language to plan multi-epic initiatives in the Flow-Next system. The planning tool accepts natural language requests or explicit Flow IDs like fn-1-add-oauth to generate appropriately sized epics and tasks.

Does the Flow-Next planning system allow writing implementation code in the task specs?

No, the Flow-Next planning system enforces non-implementation spec guidelines, meaning no code is allowed in plans. It requires explicit acceptance criteria and adherence to task sizing rules to keep specs focused on planning.

How do I start planning a sprint using flowctl and the Flow-Next planning system?

To start sprint planning with flowctl, invoke the /flow-next:plan command with your feature outline. The system outputs structured epic and task markdown files inside the .flow/ directory, providing explicit acceptance criteria for engineering teams.

What is the best way to structure work for a small enhancement without including code?

The best way to structure work for a small enhancement without code is using /flow-next:plan to generate specs-only planning files. This enforces non-implementation guidelines, ensuring tasks contain explicit acceptance criteria rather than code snippets.