planning

Generate step-by-step TDD implementation plans with exact file paths and commands.

10|2|Updated Feb 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/raddue/crucible --skill planning-raddue
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Skill: planning
Source: https://github.com/raddue/crucible/tree/main/skills/planning
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/raddue/crucible --skill planning-raddue

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill generates comprehensive, step-by-step implementation plans for software development tasks, ensuring clarity and reducing ambiguity for engineers.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Bite-Sized Tasks: Breaks down complex features into small, actionable steps (2-5 minutes each).
  • Detailed Instructions: Specifies exact files to modify, code to write, and tests to run, including expected outcomes.
  • TDD Focused: Integrates the Test-Driven Development cycle directly into the plan.
  • Use Case: When starting a new feature, use this Skill to generate a detailed plan that an engineer can follow precisely, from writing the first failing test to committing the final code.

Quick Start

Use the planning skill to create an implementation plan for adding WebSocket support to an Express API.

Frequently Asked Questions about planning

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

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Does the generated implementation plan include exact file paths and commands?

Yes, the generated implementation plan includes exact file paths, code snippets, and commands with expected outputs for each step. This ensures zero-context instructions and clarity for engineers during the test-driven development cycle.

How do I break down a software development task into actionable steps?

To break down a software development task, generate an implementation plan that splits complex features into bite-sized, 2-5 minute actionable steps specifying exact file paths, code snippets, and commands with expected outputs for engineers.

How do I create a TDD implementation plan for coding a new feature?

Create a TDD implementation plan by defining step-by-step instructions that cover the full cycle from writing the first failing test to passing implementations and final commits, ensuring zero-context clarity for engineers throughout the software development process.

What is the best way to write zero-context instructions for software implementation?

The best way to write zero-context instructions for software implementation is to specify exact files to modify, code to write, and tests to run, including expected outcomes for each step, thereby reducing ambiguity and ensuring clarity for engineers.

Can I use this planning approach for complex task breakdown in software engineering?

Yes, you can use this planning approach for complex task breakdown in software engineering. It generates detailed, bite-sized implementation plans that specify exact file paths, code snippets, and commands with expected outputs, ensuring clarity for engineers.

Does the generated implementation plan include exact file paths and commands?

Yes, the generated implementation plan includes exact file paths, code snippets, and commands with expected outputs for each step. This ensures zero-context instructions and clarity for engineers during the test-driven development cycle.