pre-planning

Extract user-selected proposals into a structured brief for the /plan command.

13|1|Updated Feb 14, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/davidabeyer/formaltask --skill pre-planning
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Skill: pre-planning
Source: https://github.com/davidabeyer/formaltask/tree/main/skills/pre-planning
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/davidabeyer/formaltask --skill pre-planning

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill bridges the gap between broad exploration and detailed planning by systematically identifying, clarifying, and grounding user-selected proposals into a concise brief for the /plan command.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Proposal Extraction: Automatically identifies potential project ideas from conversation history.
  • User Selection & Clarification: Allows users to select multiple proposals and define their scope and constraints.
  • Context Priming: Integrates with /context-priming to gather relevant project information.
  • Brief Generation: Creates a structured brief document that guides the subsequent /plan command.
  • Use Case: After a brainstorming session, use this Skill to distill the most promising ideas into a clear, actionable brief for the development team.

Quick Start

Use the pre-planning skill to refine project ideas from our recent discussion.

Frequently Asked Questions about pre-planning

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I turn brainstorming ideas into an actionable project brief?▼

To turn brainstorming ideas into an actionable project brief, extract proposals from conversation history, allow user selection and scope definition, and generate a structured brief for planning.

What is the best way to define project scope after an ideation session?▼

The best way to define project scope after ideation is to systematically identify, clarify, and ground user-selected proposals by obtaining user interaction for selection and defining constraints.

How do I extract project proposals from a conversation for project management?▼

Extracting project proposals for project management involves automatically identifying potential ideas from conversation history, then priming context to establish project foundations before writing a brief.

When do I need pre-planning before detailed project planning?▼

You need pre-planning before detailed project planning when you must bridge the gap between broad exploration and detailed planning by grounding proposals into a concise, plannable scope.

Does the briefing process require user interaction for scope definition?▼

Yes, the briefing process requires user interaction for selection and scope definition to systematically identify, clarify, and ground user-selected proposals into a concise planning brief.