plan

Interview users to produce a phased implementation plan before coding.

2|Updated Jan 15, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/stratus/my-claude --skill plan-stratus
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: plan
Source: https://github.com/stratus/my-claude/tree/main/skills/plan
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/stratus/my-claude --skill plan-stratus

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps product teams and developers align on goals by interviewing stakeholders and producing a structured implementation plan before any coding begins.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Interview-driven goal clarification to surface boundaries and success criteria.
  • Phase-based planning with milestones, deliverables, and risk assessment.
  • Documentation guidance to capture decisions, scope, and acceptance criteria.

Quick Start

Interview the user to clarify goals and constraints, then generate a phased implementation plan before writing code.

Frequently Asked Questions about plan

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create a structured implementation plan before coding a multi-file project?▼

Creating a structured implementation plan involves interviewing stakeholders to clarify goals, then mapping milestones, deliverables, and acceptance criteria across distinct phases before development begins.

What is interview-driven goal clarification for feature development?▼

Interview-driven goal clarification is the process of questioning users to surface project boundaries, constraints, and success criteria, ensuring teams align on scope before producing phased design documentation.

How do I document milestones and acceptance criteria for a system redesign?▼

Documenting milestones and acceptance criteria requires capturing phased decisions, scope boundaries, and evaluation checkpoints, ensuring each system redesign milestone has clear deliverables and risk assessments.

Can I use this planning approach for multi-file projects with phased deliverables?▼

Yes, this planning approach suits multi-file projects by applying a phased approach with evaluation checkpoints, ensuring clear milestones and deliverables are established for each development stage.

What's the best way to align product teams and developers on project scope?▼

The best way to align teams is conducting user interviews to clarify requirements, producing structured documentation that captures decisions, scope, and acceptance criteria before any coding starts.

When do I need phased design documentation for requirements gathering?▼

You need phased design documentation when tackling feature development or system redesigns requiring clear boundaries, milestone mapping, and evaluation checkpoints to satisfy structured requirements before implementation.