writing-plans

Generate step-by-step implementation plans for multi-step software development tasks.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/guangtouwangba/weaver --skill writing-plans-guangtouwangba
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Skill: writing-plans
Source: https://github.com/guangtouwangba/weaver/tree/main/.claude/skills/writing-plans
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/guangtouwangba/weaver --skill writing-plans-guangtouwangba

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the challenge of onboarding engineers to new codebases or complex tasks by providing meticulously detailed, step-by-step implementation plans. It ensures clarity and reduces the cognitive load on developers by assuming minimal prior context.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Comprehensive Planning: Generates detailed plans covering file modifications, code implementation, testing strategies, and commit messages.
  • Bite-Sized Tasks: Breaks down complex features into small, actionable steps (2-5 minutes each).
  • Developer Onboarding: Ideal for ensuring new or unfamiliar developers can efficiently contribute to a project.
  • Use Case: When tasked with implementing a new user authentication flow, this Skill will generate a plan detailing the exact tests to write, the minimal code required, and the precise commit messages for each step.

Quick Start

Use the writing-plans skill to generate an implementation plan for adding a new user profile page.

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 generate an implementation plan for a complex software development task?

To generate an implementation plan for a complex software development task, use this Skill to outline specific files to modify, code snippets for implementation and testing, and commit messages, assuming minimal developer context. Plans are saved directly to the `docs/plans/` directory.

What is the best way to onboard engineers to a new codebase?

The best way to onboard engineers to a new codebase is providing meticulously detailed, step-by-step implementation plans. This Skill breaks down complex features into small, actionable tasks of 2-5 minutes each, ensuring clarity and reducing cognitive load for new developers.

How do you break down multi-step software development tasks into bite-sized tasks?

To break down multi-step software development tasks into bite-sized tasks, this Skill generates comprehensive plans covering file modifications, code implementation, testing strategies, and commit messages, dividing complex features into small steps that take 2-5 minutes each.

Can I execute generated implementation plans via sub-agents or a separate session?

Yes, you can execute generated implementation plans via sub-agents or a separate session. The Skill creates detailed plans in the `docs/plans/` directory containing exact tests to write, minimal code required, and precise commit messages for each step.

Does this implementation plan generator require prior context about the project?

No, this implementation plan generator assumes minimal prior context about the project. It addresses the challenge of onboarding engineers to new codebases by providing meticulously detailed, step-by-step implementation plans that ensure clarity without needing extensive background information.

What should be included in a detailed implementation plan for a new user authentication flow?

A detailed implementation plan for a new user authentication flow should include the exact tests to write, the minimal code required, and the precise commit messages for each step. This Skill generates plans detailing specific file modifications, code snippets, and testing strategies.