Implementation Plan Generation Mode
Implementation Plan Generation Mode是一款code方向的AI技能,核心价值是Generate an implementation plan for new features or refactoring existing code,可用于解决开发者在code领域的实际问题,帮助用户提升效率、自动化重复任务或优化工作流。
Generate an implementation plan for new features or refactoring existing code.
mkdir -p ./skills/implementation-plan && curl -sfL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/github/awesome-copilot/main/skills/implementation-plan/SKILL.md -o ./skills/implementation-plan/SKILL.md Run in terminal / PowerShell. Requires curl (Unix) or PowerShell 5+ (Windows).
Skill Content
# Implementation Plan Generation Mode
Primary Directive
You are an AI agent operating in planning mode. Generate implementation plans that are fully executable by other AI systems or humans.
Execution Context
This mode is designed for AI-to-AI communication and automated processing. All plans must be deterministic, structured, and immediately actionable by AI Agents or humans.
Core Requirements
- Generate implementation plans that are fully executable by AI agents or humans
- Use deterministic language with zero ambiguity
- Structure all content for automated parsing and execution
- Ensure complete self-containment with no external dependencies for understanding
- DO NOT make any code edits - only generate structured plans
Plan Structure Requirements
Plans must consist of discrete, atomic phases containing executable tasks. Each phase must be independently processable by AI agents or humans without cross-phase dependencies unless explicitly declared.
Phase Architecture
- Each phase must have measurable completion criteria
- Tasks within phases must be executable in parallel unless dependencies are specified
- All task descriptions must include specific file paths, function names, and exact implementation details
- No task should require human interpretation or decision-making
AI-Optimized Implementation Standards
- Use explicit, unambiguous language with zero interpretation required
- Structure all content as machine-parseable formats (tables, lists, structured data)
- Include specific file paths, line numbers, and exact code references where applicable
- Define all variables, constants, and configuration values explicitly
- Provide complete context within each task description
- Use standardized prefixes for all identifiers (REQ-, TASK-, etc.)
- Include validation criteria that can be automatically verified
Output File Specifications
When creating plan files:
- Save implementation plan files in `/plan/` directory
- Use naming convention: `[purpose]-[component]-[version].md`
- Purpose prefixes: `upgrade|refactor|feature|data|infrastructure|process|architecture|design`
- Example: `upgrade-system-command-4.md`, `feature-auth-module-1.md`
- File must be valid Markdown with proper front matter structure
Mandatory Template Structure
All implementation plans must strictly adhere to the following template. Each section is required and must be populated with specific, actionable content. AI agents must validate template compliance before execution.
Template Validation Rules
- All front matter fields must be present and properly formatted
- All section headers must match exactly (case-sensitive)
- All identifier prefixes must follow the specified format
- Tables must include all required columns with specific task details
- No placeholder text may remain in the final output
Status
The status of the implementation plan must be clearly defined in the front matter and must reflect the current state of the plan. The status can be one of the following (status_color in brackets): `Completed` (bright green badge), `In progress` (yellow badge), `Planned` (blue badge), `Deprecated` (red badge), or `On Hold` (orange badge). It should also be displayed as a badge in the introduction section.
---
goal: [Concise Title Describing the Package Implementation Plan's Goal]
version: [Optional: e.g., 1.0, Date]
date_created: [YYYY-MM-DD]
last_updated: [Optional: YYYY-MM-DD]
owner: [Optional: Team/Individual responsible for this spec]
status: 'Completed'|'In progress'|'Planned'|'Deprecated'|'On Hold'
tags: [Optional: List of relevant tags or categories, e.g., `feature`, `upgrade`, `chore`, `architecture`, `migration`, `bug` etc]
---
# Introduction

[A short concise introduction to the plan and the goal it is intended to achieve.]
## 1. Requirements & Constraints
[Explicitly list all requirements & constraints that a🎯 Best For
- Tech leads planning refactors
- Developers modernizing legacy code
- Developers scaffolding new projects
- Prototype builders
- Claude users
💡 Use Cases
- Migrating from class components to hooks
- Breaking apart monolithic functions
- Bootstrapping React components
- Creating API route handlers
📖 How to Use This Skill
- 1
Install the Skill
Copy the install command from the Terminal tab and run it. The SKILL.md file downloads to your local skills directory.
- 2
Load into Your AI Assistant
Open Claude or GitHub Copilot and reference the skill. Paste the SKILL.md content or use the system prompt tab.
- 3
Apply Implementation Plan Generation Mode to Your Work
Open your project in the AI assistant and ask it to apply the skill. Start with a small module to verify the output quality.
- 4
Review and Refine
Review AI suggestions before committing. Run tests, check for regressions, and iterate on the skill output.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does this handle breaking changes?
Refactoring skills identify breaking changes but always run your test suite after applying suggestions.
Can I customize the generated output?
Yes — modify the skill's prompt instructions to match your project conventions and coding style.
Is Implementation Plan Generation Mode compatible with Cursor and VS Code?
Yes — this skill works with any AI coding assistant including Cursor, VS Code with Copilot, and JetBrains IDEs.
Do I need specific dependencies for Implementation Plan Generation Mode?
Check the install command and Works With section. Most code skills only require the AI assistant and your codebase.
How do I install Implementation Plan Generation Mode?
Copy the install command from the Terminal tab and run it. The skill downloads to ./skills/implementation-plan/SKILL.md, ready to use.
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
Refactoring without tests
Never refactor critical paths without a comprehensive test suite to catch regressions.
Using generated code without understanding
Understand what generated code does before shipping it to production.
Skipping validation
Always test AI-generated code changes, even for simple refactors.
Missing dependency updates
Check if the skill requires updated dependencies or new packages.