thorough_plan

Generate implementation plans through multi-round planning, critique, and revision.

2|1|Updated Mar 18, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/FourthWiz/claude_dev_workflow --skill thorough-plan
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: thorough_plan
Source: https://github.com/FourthWiz/claude_dev_workflow/tree/main/dev-workflow/skills/thorough_plan
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/FourthWiz/claude_dev_workflow --skill thorough-plan

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

The skill automates task triage and coordinates multi‑round planning, critique, and revision to produce a reliable implementation plan without manual orchestration.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Task profiling: Detects Small, Medium, or Large tasks via tags, strict mode, or auto‑classification.
  • Dynamic loops: Executes /plan, /critic, and appropriate /revise agents with configurable round limits.
  • Convergence summary: Generates a detailed summary and runs a gate check before implementation.

Quick Start

Invoke thorough_plan with your task description to receive a converged plan ready for review.

Frequently Asked Questions about thorough_plan

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

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How do I automate multi-round planning and critique for a complex implementation plan?

Multi-round planning and critique is automated by orchestrating plan, critic, and revise agents in dynamic loops to converge on a reliable implementation plan. This skill coordinates that task triage and revision process without manual orchestration.

What is task triage in software engineering workflow orchestration?

Task triage in workflow orchestration is the process of classifying tasks into Small, Medium, or Large profiles to determine the appropriate planning depth. Auto-classification or strict mode tags detect the task size to apply the correct planning loops.

How do I run plan, critic, and revise agents with configurable round limits?

To run plan, critic, and revise agents with configurable round limits, you invoke an orchestration skill with your task description. The system executes dynamic loops with your specified max rounds, ending with a convergence summary and gate check.

Can I use strict mode for task profiling when orchestrating a multi-round plan?

Yes, you can use strict mode for task profiling when orchestrating a multi-round plan. Strict mode forces specific Small, Medium, or Large task classifications instead of relying on auto-classification to determine the planning workflow depth.

What is a convergence summary and gate check in implementation planning?

A convergence summary and gate check in implementation planning is the final validation step that generates a detailed summary of the revised plan and runs a quality gate check before any actual implementation begins. It ensures the plan is ready.

Best way to generate a reliable implementation plan without manual orchestration?

The best way to generate a reliable implementation plan without manual orchestration is to use an automated workflow tool that handles task triage and coordinates multi-round critique and revision cycles. This produces a converged plan ready for review.