project-planner

Transform vague project ideas into structured Markdown documentation with overview and specifications.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/MacroMan5/claude-code-workflow-plugins --skill project-planner-macroman5
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: project-planner
Source: https://github.com/MacroMan5/claude-code-workflow-plugins/tree/main/.claude/skills/project-planner
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/MacroMan5/claude-code-workflow-plugins --skill project-planner-macroman5

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Transforms vague project ideas into structured documentation with a clear overview and detailed specifications.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • PROJECT-OVERVIEW.md: High-level vision, goals, success metrics.
  • SPECIFICATIONS.md: Detailed technical requirements.
  • Use Case: Starting a new project and producing a plan usable by engineers and stakeholders.

Quick Start

Provide a brief project idea: "Build a microservices platform for order processing."

Frequently Asked Questions about project-planner

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I transform a project idea into structured documentation?

Project planning documentation converts vague ideas into clear, actionable specs. This Skill takes your brief concept and produces two structured documents: a high-level PROJECT-OVERVIEW.md with vision and goals, and a SPECIFICATIONS.md with detailed technical requirements, enabling engineers and stakeholders to align immediately.

What should I include in project documentation for technical requirements?

Technical requirements documentation captures architecture, dependencies, and implementation details needed by engineers. The Skill generates specifications covering feature definitions, constraints, and technical scope, ensuring your team has concrete requirements to build from rather than ambiguous briefs.

When do I need to create project overview and specifications documents?

Create project documentation at project initiation when translating ideas into actionable plans. This process is essential before development begins to establish shared vision, success metrics, and technical scope across teams, preventing misalignment and rework.

Can I use project documentation to align engineers and stakeholders?

Yes. Structured project documentation serves as a single source of truth for both technical teams and stakeholders. By producing clear overviews alongside detailed specifications, the Skill enables unified understanding of vision, goals, and implementation requirements across all parties.

What's the best way to document project vision and goals?

Project-level documentation should separate high-level vision and success metrics from technical details. The Skill structures this by generating a dedicated overview document for strategic context and goals, paired with specifications for technical depth, so stakeholders and engineers each find relevant information quickly.

How detailed should specifications be for project planning?

Specifications should capture enough technical detail for implementation without prescribing every decision. The Skill produces requirement-focused specs that define scope, constraints, and dependencies while leaving room for engineering judgment, balancing clarity with flexibility.