concise-planning
Use when a user asks for a plan for a coding task, to generate a clear, actionable, and atomic checklist.
Best use case
concise-planning is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt. It is especially useful for teams working in multi. Use when a user asks for a plan for a coding task, to generate a clear, actionable, and atomic checklist.
Use when a user asks for a plan for a coding task, to generate a clear, actionable, and atomic checklist.
Users should expect a more consistent workflow output, faster repeated execution, and less time spent rewriting prompts from scratch.
Practical example
Example input
Use the "concise-planning" skill to help with this workflow task. Context: Use when a user asks for a plan for a coding task, to generate a clear, actionable, and atomic checklist.
Example output
A structured workflow result with clearer steps, more consistent formatting, and an output that is easier to reuse in the next run.
When to use this skill
- Use this skill when you want a reusable workflow rather than writing the same prompt again and again.
When not to use this skill
- Do not use this when you only need a one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- Do not use it if you cannot install or maintain the related files, repository context, or supporting tools.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/concise-planning/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How concise-planning Compares
| Feature / Agent | concise-planning | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Use when a user asks for a plan for a coding task, to generate a clear, actionable, and atomic checklist.
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
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SKILL.md Source
# Concise Planning ## Goal Turn a user request into a **single, actionable plan** with atomic steps. ## Workflow ### 1. Scan Context - Read `README.md`, docs, and relevant code files. - Identify constraints (language, frameworks, tests). ### 2. Minimal Interaction - Ask **at most 1–2 questions** and only if truly blocking. - Make reasonable assumptions for non-blocking unknowns. ### 3. Generate Plan Use the following structure: - **Approach**: 1-3 sentences on what and why. - **Scope**: Bullet points for "In" and "Out". - **Action Items**: A list of 6-10 atomic, ordered tasks (Verb-first). - **Validation**: At least one item for testing. ## Plan Template ```markdown # Plan <High-level approach> ## Scope - In: - Out: ## Action Items [ ] <Step 1: Discovery> [ ] <Step 2: Implementation> [ ] <Step 3: Implementation> [ ] <Step 4: Validation/Testing> [ ] <Step 5: Rollout/Commit> ## Open Questions - <Question 1 (max 3)> ``` ## Checklist Guidelines - **Atomic**: Each step should be a single logical unit of work. - **Verb-first**: "Add...", "Refactor...", "Verify...". - **Concrete**: Name specific files or modules when possible.
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