planning

To break down project requirements into atomic tasks, you create structured implementation plans with 2-5 minute task units. This approach uses the TVDD pattern—Test, Verify, Implementation, Verify, Commit—to keep work manageable and focused.

The best way to structure implementation plans from brainstorming outputs is using a header-driven format. Plans are saved as Markdown files in a docs/plans directory, starting with a standard header and YAML frontmatter for consistency.

Yes, this planning template enforces the YAGNI principle for task breakdown to avoid unnecessary work. It emphasizes atomic steps, uses exact file paths, and includes code snippets directly in the plan when necessary.

Yes, you can use this workflow for project management when you have clear requirements. It is specifically designed to apply to planning sessions after idea generation or whenever requirements are already known.

You save and organize plan documents by writing them to a docs/plans directory. Each file follows a strict naming convention of YYYY-MM-DD-<feature-name>.md to ensure chronological tracking and easy retrieval.

A limitation of using bite-sized tasks for project planning is the overhead of documenting very small units. However, the 2-5 minute task constraint and TVDD pattern ensure each step is testable and verifiable, preventing unmanageable work blocks.