plan

Generate auditable project plans and save them as Markdown files in .colony/plans.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Aevonix/colony-ai --skill plan-aevonix
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: plan
Source: https://github.com/Aevonix/colony-ai/tree/main/skills/software-development/plan
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Aevonix/colony-ai --skill plan-aevonix

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Plan mode reduces cognitive load by letting you craft a plan without executing code, edits, or mutations to the repository, and ensures a written plan is stored for traceability.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Generate concrete, auditable markdown plans
  • Save plans to .colony/plans with timestamped filenames
  • Support contextual planning for software development and project initiatives

Quick Start

Draft a concrete plan and save it to .colony/plans/YYYY-MM-DD_HHMMSS-<slug>.md.

Frequently Asked Questions about plan

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate a project plan without modifying my repository state?

Plan mode enables you to generate a project plan without modifying repository state by inspecting context and drafting actionable steps without executing code, edits, or mutations. The resulting plan is saved as a Markdown file for traceability.

What is the best way to structure a software development plan for traceability?

A structured software development plan for traceability should document goals, context, approaches, steps, tests, risks, and open questions. This explicit structure ensures the resulting Markdown plan is concrete and auditable throughout the workflow.

How do I save markdown plans to a timestamped workspace location?

Markdown plans are saved to a timestamped workspace location by being written to .colony/plans with a filename format of YYYY-MM-DD_HHMMSS-<slug>.md, ensuring each project management draft is uniquely recorded and auditable.

Can I use plan mode for product initiatives and process improvements?

Plan mode supports product initiatives and process improvements by handling contextual planning for software development and broader project initiatives. It generates actionable markdown plans without executing mutations to the repository.

Does plan mode work without external dependencies or components?

Plan mode works without external dependencies or components, operating independently to inspect context, draft concrete plans, and save them as markdown files directly in the active workspace under .colony/plans for full traceability.

Why should I use plan mode instead of directly executing code edits?

Using plan mode instead of directly executing code edits reduces cognitive load and ensures a written plan is stored for traceability. It allows you to craft an actionable plan without mutating repository state during the planning phase.