Executing Plans FAQs

Question 1

What file formats are supported for implementation plans?

Accepted Answer

The skill supports implementation plans provided in both Markdown and PDF formats, as well as PDF PRDs for additional context.

Question 2

Can I change the number of tasks Claude performs before asking for feedback?

Accepted Answer

Yes, while the default batch size is 3 tasks, you can customize this using the batch_size input field to fit the complexity of your specific project.

Question 3

How does the skill handle the transition to the next development task?

Accepted Answer

Upon completion of a plan, the skill always presents a 'Next Action' loop, allowing you to seamlessly transition to another issue, run final checks, or perform a session capture and exit.

Question 4

What happens if Claude encounters a blocker or a failing test?

Accepted Answer

The skill includes built-in quality gates that instruct Claude to stop immediately and ask for user clarification if it hits a dependency blocker, a repeatedly failing test, or an unclear instruction.

Question 5

When should I use the Executing Plans skill instead of direct coding?

Accepted Answer

You should use this skill when you have a formal implementation plan (such as one generated by the pop-writing-plans skill) and require a structured execution process with quality gates, rather than for ad-hoc or exploratory coding.

Executing Plans

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Executing Plans

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