executing-plans

Executes written implementation plans task-by-task with verification checkpoints and blocker escalation.

1|Updated Sep 13, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/silentFellow/public-dotfiles --skill executing-plans-silentfellow
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: executing-plans
Source: https://github.com/silentFellow/public-dotfiles/tree/main/agents/skills/executing-plans
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/silentFellow/public-dotfiles --skill executing-plans-silentfellow

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve? Turning a written implementation plan into working code often goes wrong when steps are skipped, verifications are ignored, or the agent guesses past blockers. This Skill enforces a disciplined process: review the plan critically, execute each task exactly as written, run the specified verifications, and stop to ask when blocked. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Critical Plan Review: Loads the plan, identifies questions or concerns, and raises them with the human partner before writing any code. - Task-by-Task Execution: Marks each task in progress, follows bite-sized steps exactly, runs verifications, and marks completion. - Blocker Escalation: Stops immediately on missing dependencies, failing tests, or unclear instructions instead of guessing. - Use Case: You have a multi-task refactoring plan written in a previous session. Hand it to this Skill in a fresh session and it executes every task in an isolated git worktree, reporting back only when all verifications pass. ## Quick Start Use the executing-plans skill to implement the plan in docs/refactor-plan.md and report when all tasks are verified complete.

Frequently Asked Questions about executing-plans

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I execute an implementation plan with an AI agent?▼

Provide the written plan file and invoke the executing-plans skill. It reviews the plan critically, creates todos for each task, executes steps exactly as written, runs the specified verifications, and reports completion to you.

What should an implementation plan contain before execution?▼

The plan should contain bite-sized tasks with explicit steps and verification commands for each. The skill reviews the plan critically first and raises any concerns or gaps with you before starting work.

Does executing-plans work with subagents like Claude Code or Codex CLI?▼

Yes, but if subagents are available the skill recommends using superpowers:subagent-driven-development instead, since that approach works better with subagent access on platforms like Claude Code, Codex CLI, Copilot CLI, and Gemini CLI.

What happens when a task verification fails during plan execution?▼

The skill stops executing immediately rather than guessing or forcing through the blocker. It asks the human partner for clarification when tests fail repeatedly, dependencies are missing, or instructions are unclear.

Can I run plan execution directly on the main branch?▼

No. The skill requires an isolated workspace, typically a git worktree, and never starts implementation on main or master without explicit user consent.