gsd-plan-phase

Generate PLAN.md and RESEARCH.md files for project phases.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/optivent/gsd-kimi-cli --skill gsd-plan-phase
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: gsd-plan-phase
Source: https://github.com/optivent/gsd-kimi-cli/tree/main/skills/gsd-plan-phase
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/optivent/gsd-kimi-cli --skill gsd-plan-phase

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Create structured, executable phase plans by generating PLAN.md files and optional RESEARCH.md to guide implementation, reducing ambiguity and rework before execution.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated plan generation: produce 1–3 PLAN.md files per phase with consistent naming (NN-01-PLAN.md, NN-02-PLAN.md) and embedded verification steps.
  • Research integration: optional RESEARCH.md to capture findings before planning, with flags to force or skip research.
  • End-to-end workflow orchestration: coordinates environment validation, context loading, research, planning, and verification to enable reliable phase execution.

Quick Start

Run the gsd-plan-phase skill for Phase 1 to generate PLAN.md (and RESEARCH.md if enabled), then review the results before executing the phase.

Frequently Asked Questions about gsd-plan-phase

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate execution plans for a software project phase?

To generate execution plans for a software project phase, you can create structured PLAN.md files with 2–4 tasks per plan and embedded verification steps to guide implementation and reduce ambiguity.

What is the best way to structure phase planning with research and verification?

The best way to structure phase planning involves orchestrating environment validation, context loading, optional research, and planning steps to produce executable PLAN.md files with clear verification steps.

Can I generate multiple plan files for a single project phase?

Yes, you can generate 1–3 PLAN.md files per project phase using consistent naming conventions like NN-01-PLAN.md and NN-02-PLAN.md to break down work into manageable tasks.

Do I need to create a research document before generating a project roadmap plan?

You do not always need a research document before planning; an optional RESEARCH.md can be generated to capture findings, with flags available to force or skip the research step entirely.

What context files are required to automate phase plan generation?

Automating phase plan generation reads project context from a .planning directory and phase context from a CONTEXT.md file to accurately produce the required planning and research documents.

What are the limitations of using automated plan generation for software roadmaps?

A limitation of automated plan generation is that it produces a maximum of 3 plans per phase with 2–4 tasks each, requiring manual review of the generated PLAN.md files before executing the phase.