Can this skill execute the code it plans?

This skill focuses on generating the plan. Once saved, it offers a handoff to execution sub-skills like 'subagent-driven-development' or 'executing-plans' to perform the work.

Why is task granularity so small?

Tasks are broken into 2-5 minute steps to ensure high reliability, easier debugging, and more frequent commits, which is ideal for both human developers and AI subagents.

What is the writing-plans skill?

It is a specialized Claude Code capability that creates detailed, step-by-step development guides focusing on TDD and file-level precision for engineers with zero codebase context.

How does it handle testing?

The skill mandates a 'Write-Fail-Implement-Pass' cycle for every task, including exact test commands and expected terminal output to verify success.

Where are the implementation plans saved?

Plans are automatically saved to your repository's 'docs/plans/' directory using a date-stamped and feature-named naming convention.

Technical Implementation Planner

Name: Technical Implementation Planner
Author: Microck

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Generates ultra-granular, test-driven implementation plans that enable developers to execute complex tasks with zero prior codebase context.

The Technical Implementation Planner (writing-plans) skill streamlines the transition from architectural design to active development by creating exhaustive, step-by-step implementation guides. Designed for environments where engineers or subagents may lack domain-specific knowledge, it produces documentation featuring exact file paths, complete code snippets, and TDD-focused verification steps. By enforcing a strict bite-sized task structure—where each step takes only 2-5 minutes—and integrating with execution sub-skills, it ensures high-quality, predictable code delivery through frequent commits and rigorous testing cycles.

Key Features

01Provides exact file paths and line-specific instructions for code modifications

02Breaks down complex features into 2-5 minute bite-sized tasks for rapid execution

03Integrates seamlessly with subagent-driven development and parallel execution workflows

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05Generates comprehensive implementation plans with standardized Markdown headers

06Enforces Test-Driven Development (TDD) with specific failing and passing test steps

Use Cases

01Onboarding new developers to a complex codebase without requiring manual walkthroughs

02Decomposing large feature requests into manageable, testable units of work for AI subagents

03Standardizing team development workflows using TDD, DRY, and YAGNI principles

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npx skillfish add microck/ordinary-claude-skills writing-plans

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