writing-plans

Generate task-level implementation plans with file paths, tests, and verification steps.

Updated Mar 25, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/afel6/scal-ai-pipeline --skill writing-plans-afel6
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Skill: writing-plans
Source: https://github.com/afel6/scal-ai-pipeline/tree/main/hermes_skills_library/software-development/writing-plans
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/afel6/scal-ai-pipeline --skill writing-plans-afel6

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps teams translate complex specifications into comprehensive, step-by-step implementation plans, reducing ambiguity and enabling fast, repeatable development workflows.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Plan generation: produces end-to-end implementation plans with exact file paths, tasks, tests, and verification steps.
  • Bite-sized tasks: decomposes work into 2-5 minute actions to guide focused progress and frequent commits.
  • Handoff-ready plans: includes code examples, testing commands, and documentation prompts to accelerate handoffs and subagent delegation.

Quick Start

Generate a complete, bite-sized implementation plan for a feature starting from a blank repository.

Frequently Asked Questions about writing-plans

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

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How do I turn software specifications into actionable implementation plans?

To turn specifications into actionable implementation plans, coordinate end-to-end planning by generating task-level steps with exact file paths, concrete code examples, and precise verification commands. This process reduces ambiguity and enables rapid, repeatable development workflows.

What is the best way to break down complex software features for subagent execution?

The best way to break down features for subagent execution is decomposing work into bite-sized, 2-5 minute tasks. This guides focused progress and frequent commits while providing handoff-ready plans with testing commands and documentation prompts for delegation.

How does TDD planning integrate with feature implementation workflows?

TDD planning integrates with feature implementation workflows by producing exact file paths, concrete code examples, and precise testing commands within the generated plan. This allows subagents to execute tasks with clear files, tests, and verification steps systematically.

Can I generate a step-by-step development plan starting from a blank repository?

Yes, you can generate a complete, bite-sized implementation plan for a feature starting from a blank repository. The plan produces end-to-end implementation steps with exact file paths, tasks, tests, and verification steps for rapid development.

Do I need any dependencies or specific components to generate task-level plans?

No dependencies or specific components are required to generate task-level plans. The planning process works standalone to produce exact file paths, concrete code examples, and precise commands to drive development workflows without external tool requirements.