How does this skill help with project delays?

The skill applies the Critical Path Method and integrates 20-30% uncertainty buffers into estimates to create realistic timelines that account for unforeseen obstacles.

Which planning methodologies are supported?

It supports Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), Backward Planning, Agile/Iterative planning, and Phased/Milestone approaches depending on the project's specific needs.

Does it identify task dependencies?

Yes, it categorizes dependencies into Finish-to-Start, Start-to-Start, and other types to help you sequence tasks and identify parallelization opportunities.

Can I use this for non-technical projects?

Absolutely. While integrated into Claude Code, the frameworks provided are universal and ideal for event planning, research, marketing campaigns, and business strategy.

Project Planning & Strategy

Name: Project Planning & Strategy
Author: jkitchin

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Productivity & Workflow

Guides users through structured project breakdowns, roadmap creation, and timeline estimation using professional management frameworks.

About

This skill equips Claude with specialized methodologies to transform vague goals into actionable, realistic plans. It provides domain-specific guidance for decomposing complex projects into phases, milestones, and tasks using proven frameworks like Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), Backward Planning, and Agile. By incorporating intelligent timeline estimation with uncertainty buffers and identifying critical path dependencies, this skill ensures that project roadmaps are not just aspirational, but executable and resilient to risk.

Key Features

Multi-framework planning including WBS, Agile, and Backward Planning
Critical Path Method (CPM) analysis for identifying project bottlenecks
3 GitHub stars
RACI matrix and milestone definition for clear accountability
Automated timeline estimation with built-in uncertainty buffers (20-30%)
Risk assessment and mitigation strategy development

Use Cases

Identifying technical dependencies and parallelization opportunities in complex workflows
Breaking down a high-level product vision into actionable development sprints
Generating a backward-planned roadmap for a fixed-deadline event or launch

About

Key Features

Multi-framework planning including WBS, Agile, and Backward Planning
Critical Path Method (CPM) analysis for identifying project bottlenecks
3 GitHub stars
RACI matrix and milestone definition for clear accountability
Automated timeline estimation with built-in uncertainty buffers (20-30%)
Risk assessment and mitigation strategy development

Use Cases

Identifying technical dependencies and parallelization opportunities in complex workflows
Breaking down a high-level product vision into actionable development sprints
Generating a backward-planned roadmap for a fixed-deadline event or launch