Does this skill support Test-Driven Development?

Yes, it specifically organizes tasks around TDD principles, ensuring failing tests are written and verified before implementation begins.

Where are the generated plan files saved?

The skill generates plan.md and incremental batch files (e.g., batch-1.md) located directly next to the original design document for easy access.

Can a developer without codebase context use the generated plan?

Yes, the skill is designed to provide all necessary references, file paths, and code snippets for a skilled developer with zero initial context.

What is the creating-a-plan skill?

It is a Claude Code skill that converts architectural or UI designs into structured, bite-sized implementation tasks organized into logical batches.

How does this skill handle task granularity?

It breaks down implementation into 2-5 minute steps, such as writing a failing test, implementing minimal code, and running tests.

Implementation Architect

Name: Implementation Architect
Author: thempatel

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Productivity & Workflow

Generates structured, step-by-step implementation plans from designs to guide developers through the entire development lifecycle.

This skill transforms high-level designs into detailed, actionable implementation plans by breaking down complex builds into bite-sized, incremental task batches. It assumes the implementor has zero prior context of the codebase, providing everything from exact file paths and code snippets to TDD instructions and specific testing commands. By adhering to principles like DRY, YAGNI, and frequent commits, it ensures a robust and organized transition from initial design to production-ready code.

Key Features

010 GitHub stars

02Integrated support for Test-Driven Development (TDD) workflows

03Bite-sized task granularity with 2-5 minute individual actions

04Zero-context documentation for seamless developer handoff

05Structured planning using standardized plan.md and batch templates

06Detailed batching with exact file paths and implementation snippets

Use Cases

01Onboarding developers to a feature build with clear, incremental instructions

02Converting a UI/UX design into a technical roadmap for frontend development

03Ensuring consistent implementation of backend services using TDD principles

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add thempatel/cc-toolshed creating-a-plan

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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