plan-review

Critique implementation plans for gaps, risks, and alternatives.

42|2|Updated Nov 20, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/robbyt/claude-skills --skill plan-review
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: plan-review
Source: https://github.com/robbyt/claude-skills/tree/main/plugins/gemini/skills/plan-review
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/robbyt/claude-skills --skill plan-review

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Get Gemini's critical review of Claude's implementation plans to spot gaps, risks, and optimization opportunities.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Plan critique: Identify gaps, risks, and alternatives.
  • Context-aware analysis: Read plan with project context in mind.
  • Decision support: Suggest improvements to the plan.

Quick Start

cat ~/.claude/plans/example-plan.md | gemini "Review this implementation plan:

$(cat)

Do not make any changes. Provide critique and feedback only." --allowed-tools read_file,codebase_investigator,glob,search_file_content,list_directory,write_todos -o text 2>&1

Frequently Asked Questions about plan-review

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I get a second opinion on my implementation plan before starting work?

Plan-review provides structured critique of Claude's implementation plans using Gemini as a validation layer. Pipe your plan through the Skill to receive assessment of gaps, risks, completeness, and recommended alternatives without modifying source files.

Can I review implementation plans with project context included?

Yes. Plan-review reads your plan alongside project context via MCP-based tools or Bash fallback workflows, enabling context-aware analysis that identifies risks and optimization opportunities specific to your codebase and requirements.

What does plan-review actually check for in an implementation plan?

Plan-review evaluates implementation plans for gaps in coverage, architectural risks, completeness against requirements, and suggests alternative approaches. It produces structured assessments without interactive modification.

Do I need to modify my plan files to get feedback from plan-review?

No. Plan-review enforces non-interactive feedback and never modifies source files. It reads your plan and outputs critique only, preserving your original documents while providing decision support.

Can plan-review work without MCP tools available?

Yes. Plan-review supports both MCP-based review workflows and Bash fallback alternatives, so you can validate plans regardless of your environment setup.

When should I use plan-review versus implementing immediately?

Use plan-review when a newly created plan requires validation before implementation or when you need a second opinion to spot risks and alternatives. It's most valuable before committing resources to a design direction.

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