planner-checkpoints

Insert human-verify, decision, and human-action checkpoints into automated planning workflows.

1|Updated Feb 22, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/gonz0w/bgsd-oc --skill planner-checkpoints
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Skill: planner-checkpoints
Source: https://github.com/gonz0w/bgsd-oc/tree/main/skills/planner-checkpoints
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/gonz0w/bgsd-oc --skill planner-checkpoints

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Planner teams need structured, auditable checkpoints in automation to balance automation with necessary human oversight, reducing drift and rework.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Clear checkpoint types: human-verify, decision, and human-action to guide automation vs human input.
  • Dynamic authentication gates: automatically escalate to human action when auth issues arise.
  • Writing guidelines: standardized templates and best practices to ensure deterministic outcomes.
  • Anti-patterns: guardrails to avoid excessive or redundant checkpoints.
  • Cross-skill references: integration points with related planner and agent skills.

Quick Start

Initialize a planning session and enable automatic insertion of checkpoints (human-verify, checkpoint:decision, and human-action) at milestone tasks.

Frequently Asked Questions about planner-checkpoints

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

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What are checkpoints in automated planning workflows and when do I need them?

To add checkpoints in multi-agent planning, initialize a planning session and enable automatic insertion of human-verify, checkpoint:decision, and human-action types at milestone tasks to standardize orchestration and verification.

How do I handle authentication gates during automated agent execution?

Authentication gates in automated agent execution automatically escalate to human action when auth issues arise. This dynamic escalation prevents workflow failure by transferring the task to a human for resolution.

What are common anti-patterns when designing checkpoints for automation?

Common checkpoint anti-patterns include excessive or redundant verification gates that bottleneck workflows. Guardrails help avoid these patterns by standardizing checkpoint usage through defined templates and writing guidelines.

How do I standardize checkpoint writing guidelines for planning orchestration?

Standardize checkpoint writing guidelines by applying structured templates and best practices for human-verify, decision, and human-action types. This ensures deterministic outcomes and consistent verification across automated planning workflows.

Can I use checkpoint planning for multi-agent verification tasks?

Yes, checkpoint planning applies to multi-agent verification tasks by defining clear checkpoint types and cross-skill references. This standardizes agent execution and ensures necessary human oversight at milestone tasks.