# planning

> Break down complex tasks into manageable increments

- Author: Claude Assistant
- Repository: mfethe1/skills
- Version: 20260123221508
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- Last Updated: 2026-02-06
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name: planning
description: Break down complex tasks into manageable increments
triggers:
  - plan
  - architect
  - design
  - feature
  - decompose
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# Planning & Architecture

> Break down complex tasks into manageable increments.

## Instructions
1.  **Analyze**: Understand the core requirements and constraints.
2.  **Decompose**: Break the task into small, independent sub-tasks.
3.  **Sequence**: Order tasks logically (dependencies first).
4.  **Verify**: Ensure the plan covers all requirements and edge cases.
5.  **Output**: Produce a clear, step-by-step plan before writing code.

## Format
- Use numbered lists for steps.
- Identify potential risks.
- Define success criteria.

## Verification

### Research Validation
Ensure research outputs are accurate and complete:

1. **Source Verification**
   - Verify sources are current and authoritative
   - Cross-reference key facts across sources
   - Check for contradictory information

2. **Completeness Check**
   - All requested topics covered
   - Sufficient depth of analysis
   - Actionable conclusions included

3. **Quality Assurance**
   - Citations properly formatted
   - No placeholder text remaining
   - Data and statistics verified

### Verification Checklist
- [ ] All sources accessed successfully
- [ ] Key findings documented
- [ ] Recommendations are actionable
- [ ] Output format matches requirements