spec-to-implementation-plan

Convert project specifications into phase-based implementation plans with dependencies and verification steps.

Updated Feb 5, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/Norman-Norman-Norman/product --skill spec-to-implementation-plan
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Skill: spec-to-implementation-plan
Source: https://github.com/Norman-Norman-Norman/product/tree/main/.github/skills/spec-to-implementation-plan
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Norman-Norman-Norman/product --skill spec-to-implementation-plan

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

## What problem does it solve? This Skill converts project specifications into structured, executable implementation plans, reducing ambiguity and speeding up delivery by outlining concrete tasks, dependencies, and verification steps.

## Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automates decomposition of specs into modular chunks (Foundation, Data Layer, Core Logic, Interface, Integration, Polish).
  • Orchestrates parallel subagents to accelerate discovery and detailing.
  • Generates a concrete implementation-plan.md and a todo.md with verification criteria and checkpoints.
  • Use cases include converting a spec.md into actionable plans, planning migrations, or creating step-by-step coding prompts for AI agents.

### Quick Start Provide a spec document (e.g., spec.md) as input. The skill will output an implementation plan outlining phase-by-phase tasks, dependencies, and prompts for subagents to execute.

Frequently Asked Questions about spec-to-implementation-plan

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

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How do I turn a project specification into an actionable implementation plan?

To turn a project specification into an actionable implementation plan, provide a spec document as input to automatically decompose it into modular phases like Foundation, Data Layer, Core Logic, and Interface. This generates a concrete implementation-plan.md with defined tasks and verification steps.

How does parallel subagent orchestration work for breaking down features?

Parallel subagent orchestration accelerates feature breakdown by dispatching multiple AI subagents simultaneously to discover and detail modular chunks of a specification. This approach generates specific coding prompts and checkpoints, producing a structured todo.md to track verification criteria across parallel tasks.

Can I use this approach to plan migrations and generate coding prompts for AI agents?

Yes, you can use this approach to plan migrations and generate step-by-step coding prompts for AI agents. It translates migration specifications into phase-based executable tasks, defining dependencies and verification steps to ensure structured delivery and direct execution by AI subagents.

What is the best way to structure an executable development plan from a spec document?

The best way to structure an executable development plan from a spec document is to divide it into sequential phases such as Foundation, Data Layer, Core Logic, Interface, Integration, and Polish. Each phase includes explicit dependencies, verification checkpoints, and outputs like implementation-plan.md and todo.md.

Do I need a formatted spec.md file to generate a phase-based implementation plan?

You need a project specification document, such as a spec.md file, as input to generate a phase-based implementation plan. The specification provides the necessary requirements and context to automatically decompose features into actionable development tasks with defined dependencies.

What outputs should I expect when converting specifications into development tasks?

When converting specifications into development tasks, expect outputs like an implementation-plan.md and a todo.md. These files outline phase-by-phase tasks, dependencies, verification criteria, and specific prompts for AI subagents to execute the structured development plan.