plan-archive

Archive abandoned plans with rationale notes and move directories to archive/.

Updated Jan 17, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/brmatola/gremlins --skill plan-archive
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: plan-archive
Source: https://github.com/brmatola/gremlins/tree/main/skills/plan-archive
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/brmatola/gremlins --skill plan-archive

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Archive abandoned plans to preserve decision context.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Archive notes: store rationale and context for why a plan was archived.
  • Move to archive: relocate plans from active or complete directories to archive/.
  • Audit trail: provide a reference for future work and learning.

Quick Start

  1. Provide the plan name and archive reason.
  2. Create plans/{active|complete}/{plan-name}/archive.md with notes.
  3. Move the plan to plans/archive/{plan-name}, then commit.

Frequently Asked Questions about plan-archive

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I archive abandoned plans with decision context preserved?

To archive abandoned plans with context, provide the plan name and rationale, generate an archive.md note in the plan directory, then move the folder to plans/archive/ and commit. This enforces a standard workflow preserving decision context for future reference.

What is the best way to maintain an audit trail for obsolete project workflows?

Maintaining an audit trail for obsolete workflows requires recording the archive reason in archive notes before relocating plan directories. This documents the rationale for abandoned or superseded plans, providing a reference for future learning and work.

When do I need to move superseded plans to an archive directory?

You need to move superseded plans to an archive directory when plans become abandoned, obsolete, or replaced and require documented rationale. This preserves decision context by generating archive notes and relocating the plan folders for version-control tracking.

Can I use this workflow to record rationale for abandoned plans without losing context?

Yes, you can record rationale for abandoned plans without losing context by generating an archive.md file with notes. The workflow moves the plan directory to plans/archive/ while preserving the decision context and reasons for future reference.

Does archiving plans require version-control commits?

Yes, archiving plans requires version-control commits to finalize the process. After moving the plan directory to plans/archive/, committing the changes ensures the audit trail and archived decision context are permanently tracked in the project workflow history.