Coding Plan Generator: Structured Task Planning
Convert complex tasks into actionable checklists
Do You Have These Problems?
This Codex Skill helps you systematically plan coding tasks
How to plan before coding?
Scan project context, generate structured plans with scope, steps, risks
Task too big, where to start?
Auto-break into 6-10 atomic, ordered action items
How to avoid missing important steps?
Plan template enforces test validation and edge case handling
How to align team understanding?
Standardized plan format, clear In/Out scope, reduce communication cost
Codex Skill Core Features
Fully automated coding task planning
Smart Context Scanning
Auto-read README, CONTRIBUTING, ARCHITECTURE docs
Scope Boundary Definition
Clear In scope and Out scope, avoid scope creep
Atomic Action Items
6-10 specific steps, verb-first, include files/commands
Test Validation Items
Enforces test and edge case handling steps
Open Questions Tracking
Record up to 3 pending unknowns
Read-Only Mode
Planning phase doesn't modify files, ensures safety
5 Steps to Generate Coding Plan
From requirements to executable plan
Scan Context
Read README, docs, relevant files
Identify Constraints
Determine language, frameworks, CI/test commands
Clarify Questions
Ask at most 1-2 blocking questions
Generate Plan
Output standardized plan document
Start Execution
Complete tasks item by item
Coding Plan FAQ
- When should I use this Skill?
When user explicitly asks for a coding task plan. Suitable for complex task pre-planning.
- Will the plan auto-execute?
No. The Skill runs in read-only mode, only generates plan documents, doesn't modify files.
- How detailed should action items be?
Each step should be atomic concrete action, including relevant file paths or commands.
- How to handle uncertain requirements?
The Skill lists up to 3 pending questions in the Open questions section.