Create Plan

This turns feature requests into structured, actionable plans without actually writing code. It scans your README and relevant files, asks one or two clarifying questions if absolutely necessary, then outputs a tight checklist of 6 to 10 steps with concrete file paths and validation tasks. The format is rigid by design: intent paragraph, in/out scope, ordered action items, optional open questions. It enforces read-only mode throughout, which keeps you from jumping straight into implementation before thinking through edge cases and rollout. Good for when you want to slow down and map out a change before Claude starts generating diffs, especially on unfamiliar codebases or anything that touches multiple systems.

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Install

$ npx -y skills add davila7/claude-code-templates --skill create-plan --agent claude-code

Installs into .claude/skills of the current project.

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Create Plan

Goal

Turn a user prompt into a single, actionable plan delivered in the final assistant message.

Minimal workflow

Throughout the entire workflow, operate in read-only mode. Do not write or update files.

Scan context quickly
- Read README.md and any obvious docs (docs/, CONTRIBUTING.md, ARCHITECTURE.md).
- Skim relevant files (the ones most likely touched).
- Identify constraints (language, frameworks, CI/test commands, deployment shape).
Ask follow-ups only if blocking
- Ask at most 1–2 questions.
- Only ask if you cannot responsibly plan without the answer; prefer multiple-choice.
- If unsure but not blocked, make a reasonable assumption and proceed.