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Implementation Planner

Break down a feature request into a step-by-step implementation plan with files to touch and risks identified.

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Takes a high-level feature description and explores the codebase to produce a detailed step-by-step plan: which files to modify, what new files to create, dependencies between steps, edge cases, and risks. Includes a recommended execution order so you can review before any code is written.

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# Implementation Plan

Produce a step-by-step plan before writing code.

## Steps
1. Restate the goal in one sentence
2. Explore relevant files (read, don't modify)
3. Identify all components affected
4. Draft sequenced steps with clear inputs/outputs
5. Note dependencies and risks
6. List edge cases and tests needed
7. Estimate complexity per step (S/M/L)
8. Present plan for human approval before implementing

## Output Format
- **Goal**: one-sentence statement
- **Files to touch**: bulleted with reason
- **New files**: bulleted with purpose
- **Steps**: numbered, each with rationale
- **Risks**: bulleted with mitigation
- **Tests**: what to add or update

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# Add as Claude Code slash command:
curl -fsSL "https://raw.githubusercontent.com/github/awesome-copilot/main/skills/create-implementation-plan/SKILL.md" \
  -o ~/.claude/commands/create-implementation-plan.md
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Compatible with

claude codecursor

Trigger phrase

/plan
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