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writing-plans

Generates bite-sized implementation plans for software development tasks in Tled documents.

Updated Feb 3, 2026
Search Tags:#planning#tdd#development#documentation#implementation#task breakdown
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/northseadl/skillwisp --skill writing-plans-northseadl
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: writing-plans
Source: https://github.com/northseadl/skillwisp/tree/main/skills/%40obra/writing-plans
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/northseadl/skillwisp --skill writing-plans-northseadl

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the challenge of creating clear, actionable, and comprehensive implementation plans for complex tasks, ensuring developers have all necessary context and instructions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Detailed Task Breakdown: Divides large tasks into small, manageable steps (2-5 minutes each).
  • Code & Testing Guidance: Specifies exact files to modify, tests to write, and commands to run.
  • Use Case: When starting a new feature, use this Skill to generate a step-by-step plan that includes writing failing tests, implementing minimal code, and committing changes, ensuring a robust development process.

Quick Start

Use the writing-plans skill to create an implementation plan for adding user authentication.

Frequently Asked Questions about writing-plans

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate a detailed implementation plan for a multi-step software development task?▼

To generate an implementation plan, you define the multi-step development task. The tool outputs a markdown document saved to docs/plans/, detailing specific files to modify, tests to write, and commands to execute.

What is the best way to break down a large coding feature into manageable TDD steps?▼

Breaking down a large feature involves dividing the task into small, 2-5 minute steps. The plan specifies writing failing tests, implementing minimal code, and committing changes to ensure a robust TDD process.

Does this planning approach support subagent-driven and parallel execution?▼

Yes, the generated implementation plan includes specific instructions for subagent-driven or parallel execution. This allows you to distribute the bite-sized coding and testing tasks across multiple agents.

Can I use this to document specific files to modify and commands to run for a new feature?▼

Yes, you can document specific files to modify and commands to run. The generated markdown plan provides exact code and testing guidance, ensuring all necessary context and instructions are captured for the feature.

When do I need a detailed task breakdown for software implementation?▼

You need a detailed task breakdown when starting complex, multi-step software development tasks. It ensures developers have clear, actionable, and comprehensive context, preventing oversight of necessary tests and code modifications.

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