plan-mode

Clarify requirements and design solutions using a structured planning workflow.

13|2|Updated Nov 16, 2025

Search Tags:#workflow #design #planning #requirements #plan #feature

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npx skills add https://github.com/rstacruz/agentic-toolkit --skill plan-mode-rstacruz

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Skill: plan-mode
Source: https://github.com/rstacruz/agentic-toolkit/tree/main/skill/atk/plan-mode
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/rstacruz/agentic-toolkit --skill plan-mode-rstacruz

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Plan Mode provides a structured workflow to clarify requirements and design solutions before implementation, reducing miscommunication and rework.

Core Features & Use Cases

Clarifying questions surface ambiguities during planning.
Plan presentation: generate a concrete plan before coding and stay in Plan Mode until the user says go.
Exit flow: gracefully disengage Plan Mode and proceed to implementation when commanded.

Quick Start

Start Plan Mode by acknowledging the plan and provide a clear plan outline before proceeding.

Frequently Asked Questions about plan-mode

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I clarify feature requirements before starting implementation?▼

To clarify feature requirements before implementation, use a structured planning workflow that surfaces ambiguities through guided questions and generates a documented design plan before any coding begins.

What is the best way to plan a feature across product, design, and engineering teams?▼

The best way to plan a feature across product, design, and engineering teams is applying a structured planning workflow that aligns requirements, presents a concrete plan, and prevents premature implementation until all teams agree.

How does a planning workflow prevent premature coding?▼

A planning workflow prevents premature coding by enforcing a controlled exit flow, staying in a non-implementation state until the user explicitly commands to proceed with the design plan.

Can I stay in a planning mode until the design is fully ready?▼

Yes, you can stay in a planning mode until the design is fully ready, as the workflow maintains a safe non-implementation behavior and only gracefully disengages when you explicitly say go.

Does structured planning reduce miscommunication during product development?▼

Structured planning reduces miscommunication during product development by clarifying requirements and designing solutions upfront, which minimizes rework and aligns stakeholders before implementation starts.