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implementing-a-plan

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Loads plan, reviews critically, executes each batch, and reports for review between batches. Use when implementing a plan from a plan file.

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How to use this skill

Bring this guide into your coding agent with a prompt tailored to the tool you use.

  1. Open your project in Codex.
  2. Copy the prompt below and paste it into your agent.
  3. Review the proposed files and risks before you approve installation.
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I want to install this Agent Skill for this project in Codex.

Source SKILL.md: https://github.com/majiayu000/claude-skill-registry/blob/HEAD/skills/data/implementing-a-plan/SKILL.md

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First, summarize what it does, its dependencies, license status if identifiable, and any risks. Show the exact files you propose to add under .agents/skills/implementing-a-plan/. Do not write files or run scripts until I approve.

After I approve, install the complete skill folder, including required referenced files, into that project location. Verify it is discoverable, then tell me its actual invocation name and how to use it. Do not claim it is installed until you have verified it.

Copying this prompt does not install or run the skill. Review third-party files before use. Codex skill guide

The Process

  1. Load plan and review critically
  2. Execute each batch with using a subagent in order
  3. Report for review between batches
  4. Incorporate feedback, if any
  5. Continue until all batches are done

Step 1: Load and Review Plan

  1. Read plan file
  2. Review critically. Identify any questions or concerns about the plan
  3. If concerns: Raise them with your human partner before starting
  4. If no concerns: Proceed with implementation

Step 2: Execute Batch

Dispatch fresh subagent

Task tool (general-purpose):
  description: "Implement Batch N"
  prompt: |
    You are implementing Batch N from [batch-file] created from [plan-file].

    Read both the plan and the batch carefully. Your job is to:
    1. Implement exactly what the batch file specifies
    2. Verify implementation works
    3. Commit your work
    4. Report back

    Work from: [directory]

    Report: What you implemented, what you executed and their results, files changed, any issues

Step 3: Report

When batch is complete:

  • Show what was implemented
  • Show verification output
  • Say: "Ready for feedback."

Step 4: Continue

  • Incorporate and apply changes if needed
  • Fill out the recap section of the next batch file
    • Include any deviations from the plan that resulted from human feedback
    • Include the agent output from the most recent batch
  • Execute next batch
  • Repeat until complete

When to Stop and Ask for Help

STOP executing immediately when:

  • Hit a blocker mid-batch (missing dependency, test fails, instruction unclear)
  • Plan has critical gaps preventing starting
  • You don't understand an instruction
  • Verification fails repeatedly

Ask for clarification rather than guessing.

When to Revisit Earlier Steps

Return to Review (Step 1) when:

  • Partner updates the plan based on your feedback
  • Fundamental approach needs rethinking

Don't force through blockers - stop and ask.

Core principle: Batch execution with checkpoints for architect review.

Remember

  • Review plan critically first
  • Follow plan steps exactly
  • Don't skip verifications
  • Reference skills when plan says to
  • Between batches: just report and wait
  • Stop when blocked, don't guess