vc-generate-plan

To generate a project plan with phase gates and validation hooks, you need a plan generator that formats outputs to your repository's contract. It assesses complexity to produce either a single plan file or a phased plan set with required validation sections.

An authoritative plan artifact is a structured Markdown document enforcing compliance with a repository's plan contract. You need one when executing features or programs to ensure consistent structure, validation hooks, and clear execution guidance.

Cursor Plan mode works with generated plan artifacts by providing clear next-steps for execution. The Markdown plan artifact includes required sections and execution guidance suitable for RIPER-5 guided execution workflows.

The best way to structure complex program plans is to organize outputs into a phased plan set with phase gates. Simple feature plans use a single plan file, while complex programs emulate depth and rigor using reference PRDs.

You can validate artifacts against the plan contract by checking for required sections like Phase Completion Rules, Test Plans, and Verification Evidence. The generation process ensures these validation hooks are built into the Markdown output.