plan

Create markdown implementation plans saved under .hermes/plans/ without modifying files.

Updated May 24, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/anxiety135790/hermes-skills --skill plan-anxiety135790
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: plan
Source: https://github.com/anxiety135790/hermes-skills/tree/main/software-development/plan
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/anxiety135790/hermes-skills --skill plan-anxiety135790

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps when you want planning instead of execution, so the AI produces a concrete markdown plan without modifying project files or running changes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Plan-only workflow: Focuses strictly on analysis and planning rather than implementation.
  • Workspace-safe output: Saves the plan as a markdown file under .hermes/plans/ for later review and execution.
  • Useful for scoped tasks: Ideal for software changes, refactors, investigations, or any request where you first want a step-by-step approach before code work begins.

Quick Start

Ask the assistant to create a plan for your current task and save it under .hermes/plans/ in the workspace.

Frequently Asked Questions about plan

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate an implementation plan without modifying my project files?

To generate an implementation plan without modifying project files, you request a plan-only workflow that outputs a concrete markdown file to .hermes/plans/ containing steps, file impact assessments, and validation strategies while strictly avoiding code execution.

What is a markdown implementation plan for software engineering?

A markdown implementation plan is a structured document outlining scoped task analysis, step-by-step execution strategies, affected file paths, test plans, risks, and open questions for software engineering tasks prior to coding.

How do I plan a software refactor before writing any code?

You plan a software refactor by using a plan-only workflow to produce a markdown document featuring scoped analysis, step-by-step execution strategy, file impact assessment, and validation planning saved under .hermes/plans/.

Does the plan workflow assess file impact and risks for scoped tasks?

Yes, the planning workflow explicitly assesses file impact by listing affected paths and includes validation planning, risks, and open questions for scoped software tasks directly within the generated markdown document.

Can I use this planning approach for software investigations without executing changes?

Yes, this approach applies to software investigations, refactors, or any task needing a step-by-step approach, strictly focusing on analysis and planning without executing changes or mutating project files.