planning

Convert user prompts into structured planning documents with goals, steps, risks, and acceptance criteria.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/lucas-barake/dotai --skill planning-lucas-barake
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: planning
Source: https://github.com/lucas-barake/dotai/tree/main/canonical/skills/planning
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/lucas-barake/dotai --skill planning-lucas-barake

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This planning mode helps product teams systematically investigate and articulate implementable plans before coding, reducing ambiguity and scope creep.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured Planning: Generate thorough step-by-step plans covering discovery, design, and implementation phases.
  • Collaborative Guidance: Provide a repeatable planning workflow that multiple teammates can follow.
  • Use Case: When asked to implement a feature, produce a comprehensive plan document that a zero-context teammate can follow.

Quick Start

Describe and save a complete plan at ./{{plans_dir}}/<feature-name>.md based on the user's prompt.

Frequently Asked Questions about planning

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate an executable plan document for a new product feature?▼

To generate an executable plan document, this Skill converts your feature prompt into a comprehensive markdown file. It automatically structures your implementation steps, goals, risks, and acceptance criteria, saving the output to a local plan directory.

What is the best way to structure investigation and design before coding begins?▼

Structuring investigation before coding is handled by applying a standard planning template. This process systematically articulates discovery, design, and implementation phases to reduce ambiguity and scope creep for product teams.

Can I create a plan document that a zero-context teammate can follow directly?▼

Yes, you can create a plan document for a zero-context teammate. The Skill produces comprehensive step-by-step plans covering milestones and risk assessment, ensuring teammates can execute the feature implementation without prior background knowledge.

Does this planning workflow support experimental design and risk assessment?▼

This planning workflow fully supports experimental design and risk assessment. It applies a structured template that explicitly defines milestones, analyzes potential risks, and outlines acceptance criteria across investigation and build workflows.

How do I save and output feature planning documents for my team?▼

Feature planning documents are saved automatically as markdown files. The Skill outputs the completed plan document to a designated local directory, creating a structured file based on the feature name provided in your prompt.