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name: executing-plans description: Structured approach for implementing architect-provided plans through controlled batch execution with review checkpoints - execute in batches (default 3 tasks), verify each step, stop on blockers; don't force through blockers version: 2025-11-04 related_skills:

• writing-plans (creates the plans you execute)
• starwards-tdd (use TDD for each task)
• starwards-verification (verify batch completion)
• using-superpowers (announce skill usage)

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Executing Implementation Plans

Overview

Structured approach for implementing architect-provided plans through controlled batch execution with review checkpoints.

Process Steps

1. Load and Review

• Read the plan completely
• Understand the full scope
• Raise concerns BEFORE starting
• Ask questions about unclear steps
• Verify you have all dependencies

2. Batch Execution

• Execute tasks in batches (default: 3 tasks per batch)
• Complete each task fully before moving to next
• Follow verification steps built into each task
• Commit after each task as specified in plan

3. Checkpoint Reviews

• After each batch completes, report results
• Show what was accomplished
• Report any issues or deviations
• Wait for feedback before proceeding to next batch

4. Completion Protocol

Upon finishing all tasks:

• Verify all tests pass
• Check nothing was skipped
• Transition to finishing-a-development-branch skill to finalize

Critical Safeguards

STOP IMMEDIATELY when encountering:

• Missing dependencies
• Failed tests that can't be resolved
• Unclear instructions
• Blockers of any kind

Don't:

• Force through blockers
• Make assumptions
• Skip verification steps
• Modify plan mid-execution

Do:

• Stop and ask
• Report the blocker clearly
• Wait for guidance

Plan Adherence

• Follow plan steps exactly
• Don't skip verification procedures
• Maintain communication checkpoints
• Treat plan updates as requiring return to review phase

Batch Size

Default: 3 tasks per batch

Adjust based on:

• Task complexity
• Interdependencies
• Your confidence level
• Feedback from reviewer

When to Stop

• Encountering blockers
• Tests failing unexpectedly
• Instructions unclear
• Need architectural decision
• Pattern doesn't match reality

Integration with Other Skills

• writing-plans - Creates the plans you execute
• finishing-a-development-branch - Final verification after all tasks complete
• verification-before-completion - Use before claiming batch is complete