Plan Mode - Implementation Planning

Guide software implementation through structured planning, verification, and approval stages.

Updated Mar 11, 2026

Search Tags:#planning #code review #development workflow #implementation #protocol #safety

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npx skills add https://github.com/Glorktelligence/Bastion --skill plan-mode-implementation-planning

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Skill: Plan Mode - Implementation Planning
Source: https://github.com/Glorktelligence/Bastion/tree/main/.claude/skills/plan-mode
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Glorktelligence/Bastion --skill plan-mode-implementation-planning

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill prevents costly mistakes and wasted time by enforcing a structured planning process before any implementation work begins, ensuring protocol integrity and safety.

Core Features & Use Cases

Structured Planning: Provides a clear, step-by-step process for planning software implementation.
Safety Assurance: Mandates assessment of safety implications for all changes.
Protocol Adherence: Ensures new features align with existing protocol contracts and package structures.
Use Case: Before adding a new message type to the Bastion protocol, a developer uses this Skill to outline the affected packages, define the new type, assess safety impacts, and list necessary tests, ensuring a robust and secure implementation.

Quick Start

Use the plan mode skill to create an implementation plan for a new message type.

Frequently Asked Questions about Plan Mode - Implementation Planning

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

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Why do I need a structured implementation plan before coding a new protocol feature?▼

A structured implementation plan prevents costly mistakes by enforcing protocol contract adherence and safety assessments before development begins. It mandates evaluating affected packages, edge cases, and testing requirements to ensure secure integration.

How do I create an implementation plan for a new message type?▼

To create an implementation plan for a new message type, follow a multi-step process spanning exploration, plan creation, verification, and approval. You must define the type, outline affected packages, assess safety impacts, and list necessary tests.

What should be included in a software development plan template for protocol changes?▼

A software development plan template for protocol changes must cover affected packages, protocol contract modifications, safety considerations, file modifications, edge cases, and testing requirements to pass the approval stage.

When should I assess safety implications in the development workflow?▼

You should assess safety implications during the plan creation stage of the development workflow, before any implementation work begins. This mandated assessment ensures new features align securely with existing protocol contracts.

Can I skip the approval stage if my code modifications are minor?▼

Skipping the approval stage is not supported as the process enforces verification and approval for all software implementation changes. This ensures protocol integrity, safety implications assessment, and proper edge case handling regardless of modification size.