writing-plans

To turn project specs into an implementation plan, you map high-level requirements into task-oriented steps that specify required files, tests, docs, and commits. This structured planning approach breaks vague requirements into concrete, actionable development tasks.

Task decomposition for multi-step development tasks is the process of breaking down feature requirements into focused, actionable items. It maps each task to specific file touchpoints, testing steps, documentation updates, and git commits to ensure a reproducible execution flow.

To plan code changes across multiple subsystem boundaries, you split the implementation plan at the subsystem level to keep tasks focused. This scope awareness ensures each plan remains manageable and targets the correct files and tests within that specific subsystem.

Yes, you need a spec or requirements document for a multi-step task before touching code. The planning process translates these high-level requirements into concrete file touchpoints and testing steps, supporting iterative refinement through frequent commits.

The best way to structure development plans for iterative refinement is to enforce a plan structure with explicit file touchpoints, testing steps, and frequent git commits. This supports incremental plan evolution as requirements change during the development process.