How does automatic session recovery work?

The skill utilizes a session-catchup script that compares the current project state with existing planning files to re-orient the AI after a session is cleared.

What is the '2-Action Rule' in this skill?

The 2-Action Rule mandates saving key findings to text files after every two view or search operations to prevent information loss from the AI's context window.

When is it best to use file-based planning?

It is ideal for complex, multi-step tasks requiring more than five tool calls, research-heavy projects, or any workflow where maintaining a persistent record is critical.

Where are the planning files stored?

While the skill's logic resides in the plugin directory, your active task_plan.md, findings.md, and progress.md files are stored directly in your project root.

What is the 3-Strike Error Protocol?

It is a systematic debugging approach: Attempt 1 focuses on diagnosis, Attempt 2 tries an alternative method, and Attempt 3 involves a broad rethink before escalating to the user.

Manus-Style File-Based Planning

Name: Manus-Style File-Based Planning
Author: XD3an

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Productivity & Workflow

Organizes complex coding tasks using persistent Markdown files to maintain state, track research, and recover session context automatically.

This skill transforms how Claude handles long-running or intricate projects by shifting context from volatile memory to a structured filesystem. By maintaining three core files—task_plan.md, findings.md, and progress.md—it ensures that critical decisions, research results, and error logs are never lost during session resets or context window overflows. It is particularly valuable for research-heavy tasks, multi-phase refactoring, or any complex workflow requiring more than five tool calls, providing a 'Manus-style' persistent memory that enhances reliability and goal alignment.

Key Features

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02Manus-style file-based 'working memory' for persistent task state

03Integrated hooks to display plans before tool use and verify completion

04Three-Strike Error Protocol for systematic troubleshooting and escalation

05Automatic session recovery and context syncing after /clear commands

06Structured templates for task phases, research findings, and session logs

Use Cases

01Conducting deep technical research and multi-source documentation gathering

02Maintaining continuity during long development sessions spanning multiple tool calls

03Managing multi-step software refactoring and architectural changes

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add xd3an/awesome-ai-coding-all-in-one planning-with-files

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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