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OthmanAdi a917aa1482 Fix AdaL SKILL.md format and update docs
- Simplified SKILL.md to match AdaL format (name + description only)
- Added /plugin marketplace installation method to docs/adal.md
- Added /skills and /plugin command documentation
- Fixed script paths in docs
- Added ZWkang to CONTRIBUTORS.md for CodeBuddy PR #60
2026-01-27 22:00:17 +01:00
OthmanAdi 76e954bc47 Add AdaL CLI / Sylph AI support (v2.12.0)
- Added .adal/skills/planning-with-files/ folder with full skill structure
- Created SKILL.md, templates, scripts, and references for AdaL
- Added docs/adal.md installation guide
- Updated README.md with AdaL in supported IDEs table
- Added AdaL CLI badge
2026-01-27 21:57:17 +01:00
kang f973f64864 Add CodeBuddy integration with planning-with-files skill (#60)
Thanks @ZWkang for this quality contribution! 🎉

Great work on:
- Full CodeBuddy integration with proper skill format
- Cross-platform scripts (Windows + Unix)
- Comprehensive documentation
- Clean, well-organized code

Welcome to the planning-with-files contributors! 🙌
2026-01-27 21:41:52 +01:00
OthmanAdi 76d46fdaf8 Add /plan command for easier autocomplete (v2.11.0)
- Added commands/plan.md for /planning-with-files:plan command
- Users can type /plan to find command in autocomplete
- Addresses Issue #39 and Discussion #36
- Updated README with new command table
- Updated CHANGELOG
2026-01-26 01:55:41 +01:00
OthmanAdi 539d5a3bbc Add Kiro support with native steering files (v2.10.0)
- Add .kiro/steering/ with planning-workflow.md, planning-rules.md, planning-templates.md
- Add .kiro/scripts/ with init and check-complete scripts
- Add docs/kiro.md installation guide
- Update README with Kiro badge and documentation
- Update plugin.json with Kiro keywords
- Now supports 11+ AI coding assistants

Closes #55
2026-01-26 01:40:15 +01:00
OthmanAdi 28c255f774 Add Clawd CLI support (v2.9.0)
- Add .clawd/skills/planning-with-files/ skill bundle
- Add docs/clawd.md installation guide
- Update README with Clawd badge and documentation
- Update plugin.json with new keywords for discoverability
- Update all SKILL.md versions to 2.9.0
- Now supports 10+ AI coding assistants
2026-01-26 01:14:37 +01:00
OthmanAdi 3dc1601319 Release v2.8.0 - Continue IDE support & POSIX sh fix
- Add Continue IDE integration (PR #56 by @murphyXu)
- Fix POSIX sh compatibility for Debian/Ubuntu (PR #57 by @SaladDay)
- Update all SKILL.md versions to 2.8.0
- Update CONTRIBUTORS.md with new contributors
- Update CHANGELOG.md with v2.8.0 release notes
2026-01-26 01:05:01 +01:00
Ahmad Othman Ammar Adi. 65dcd7e956 Merge pull request #56 from murphyXu/feat/continue-integration
Merging Continue IDE integration. Thank you @murphyXu for this contribution!
2026-01-26 01:01:16 +01:00
Ahmad Othman Ammar Adi. b16830f113 Merge pull request #57 from SaladDay/fix/stop-hook-posix-sh
Merging POSIX sh compatibility fix. Thank you @SaladDay for this contribution!
2026-01-26 01:01:03 +01:00
saladday 1c2dc407d1 Fix Stop hook for POSIX sh (dash) 2026-01-25 01:05:04 +08:00
mannaxu 4271a5425b Add Continue integration (skills + prompt)
- Add .continue/skills planning-with-files bundle

- Add .continue/prompts slash command (.prompt Markdown)

- Add docs/continue.md and README entry

- Add scripts/check-continue.sh validator
2026-01-24 01:55:49 +08:00
OthmanAdi 47dcfbb3f1 Fix dynamic Python command detection (v2.7.1)
- Replaced hardcoded python3 with: $(command -v python3 || command -v python)
- Added Windows PowerShell commands using python directly
- Fixed in all 5 IDE-specific SKILL.md files

Fixes #41
2026-01-22 14:37:09 +01:00
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---
name: planning-with-files
description: Implements Manus-style file-based planning for complex tasks. Creates task_plan.md, findings.md, and progress.md. Use when starting complex multi-step tasks, research projects, or any task requiring >5 tool calls.
---
# Planning with Files
Work like Manus: Use persistent markdown files as your "working memory on disk."
## Quick Start
Before ANY complex task:
1. **Create `task_plan.md`** — Use [templates/task_plan.md](templates/task_plan.md) as reference
2. **Create `findings.md`** — Use [templates/findings.md](templates/findings.md) as reference
3. **Create `progress.md`** — Use [templates/progress.md](templates/progress.md) as reference
4. **Re-read plan before decisions** — Refreshes goals in attention window
5. **Update after each phase** — Mark complete, log errors
> **Note:** Planning files go in your project root, not the skill installation folder.
## The Core Pattern
```
Context Window = RAM (volatile, limited)
Filesystem = Disk (persistent, unlimited)
→ Anything important gets written to disk.
```
## File Purposes
| File | Purpose | When to Update |
|------|---------|----------------|
| `task_plan.md` | Phases, progress, decisions | After each phase |
| `findings.md` | Research, discoveries | After ANY discovery |
| `progress.md` | Session log, test results | Throughout session |
## Critical Rules
### 1. Create Plan First
Never start a complex task without `task_plan.md`. Non-negotiable.
### 2. The 2-Action Rule
> "After every 2 view/browser/search operations, IMMEDIATELY save key findings to text files."
This prevents visual/multimodal information from being lost.
### 3. Read Before Decide
Before major decisions, read the plan file. This keeps goals in your attention window.
### 4. Update After Act
After completing any phase:
- Mark phase status: `in_progress` → `complete`
- Log any errors encountered
- Note files created/modified
### 5. Log ALL Errors
Every error goes in the plan file. This builds knowledge and prevents repetition.
```markdown
## Errors Encountered
| Error | Attempt | Resolution |
|-------|---------|------------|
| FileNotFoundError | 1 | Created default config |
| API timeout | 2 | Added retry logic |
```
### 6. Never Repeat Failures
```
if action_failed:
next_action != same_action
```
Track what you tried. Mutate the approach.
## The 3-Strike Error Protocol
```
ATTEMPT 1: Diagnose & Fix
→ Read error carefully
→ Identify root cause
→ Apply targeted fix
ATTEMPT 2: Alternative Approach
→ Same error? Try different method
→ Different tool? Different library?
→ NEVER repeat exact same failing action
ATTEMPT 3: Broader Rethink
→ Question assumptions
→ Search for solutions
→ Consider updating the plan
AFTER 3 FAILURES: Escalate to User
→ Explain what you tried
→ Share the specific error
→ Ask for guidance
```
## Read vs Write Decision Matrix
| Situation | Action | Reason |
|-----------|--------|--------|
| Just wrote a file | DON'T read | Content still in context |
| Viewed image/PDF | Write findings NOW | Multimodal → text before lost |
| Browser returned data | Write to file | Screenshots don't persist |
| Starting new phase | Read plan/findings | Re-orient if context stale |
| Error occurred | Read relevant file | Need current state to fix |
| Resuming after gap | Read all planning files | Recover state |
## The 5-Question Reboot Test
If you can answer these, your context management is solid:
| Question | Answer Source |
|----------|---------------|
| Where am I? | Current phase in task_plan.md |
| Where am I going? | Remaining phases |
| What's the goal? | Goal statement in plan |
| What have I learned? | findings.md |
| What have I done? | progress.md |
## When to Use This Pattern
**Use for:**
- Multi-step tasks (3+ steps)
- Research tasks
- Building/creating projects
- Tasks spanning many tool calls
- Anything requiring organization
**Skip for:**
- Simple questions
- Single-file edits
- Quick lookups
## Templates
Copy these templates to start:
- [templates/task_plan.md](templates/task_plan.md) — Phase tracking
- [templates/findings.md](templates/findings.md) — Research storage
- [templates/progress.md](templates/progress.md) — Session logging
## Scripts
Helper scripts for automation (execute via bash):
- `scripts/init-session.sh` — Initialize all planning files
- `scripts/check-complete.sh` — Verify all phases complete
- `scripts/session-catchup.py` — Recover context from previous session
To use scripts:
```bash
bash scripts/init-session.sh
bash scripts/check-complete.sh
python scripts/session-catchup.py $(pwd)
```
## Advanced Topics
- **Manus Principles:** See [references/reference.md](references/reference.md)
- **Real Examples:** See [references/examples.md](references/examples.md)
## Anti-Patterns
| Don't | Do Instead |
|-------|------------|
| Use TodoWrite for persistence | Create task_plan.md file |
| State goals once and forget | Re-read plan before decisions |
| Hide errors and retry silently | Log errors to plan file |
| Stuff everything in context | Store large content in files |
| Start executing immediately | Create plan file FIRST |
| Repeat failed actions | Track attempts, mutate approach |
| Create files in skill directory | Create files in your project |
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# Examples: Planning with Files in Action
## Example 1: Research Task
**User Request:** "Research the benefits of morning exercise and write a summary"
### Loop 1: Create Plan
```bash
Write task_plan.md
```
```markdown
# Task Plan: Morning Exercise Benefits Research
## Goal
Create a research summary on the benefits of morning exercise.
## Phases
- [ ] Phase 1: Create this plan ✓
- [ ] Phase 2: Search and gather sources
- [ ] Phase 3: Synthesize findings
- [ ] Phase 4: Deliver summary
## Key Questions
1. What are the physical health benefits?
2. What are the mental health benefits?
3. What scientific studies support this?
## Status
**Currently in Phase 1** - Creating plan
```
### Loop 2: Research
```bash
Read task_plan.md # Refresh goals
WebSearch "morning exercise benefits"
Write notes.md # Store findings
Edit task_plan.md # Mark Phase 2 complete
```
### Loop 3: Synthesize
```bash
Read task_plan.md # Refresh goals
Read notes.md # Get findings
Write morning_exercise_summary.md
Edit task_plan.md # Mark Phase 3 complete
```
### Loop 4: Deliver
```bash
Read task_plan.md # Verify complete
Deliver morning_exercise_summary.md
```
---
## Example 2: Bug Fix Task
**User Request:** "Fix the login bug in the authentication module"
### task_plan.md
```markdown
# Task Plan: Fix Login Bug
## Goal
Identify and fix the bug preventing successful login.
## Phases
- [x] Phase 1: Understand the bug report ✓
- [x] Phase 2: Locate relevant code ✓
- [ ] Phase 3: Identify root cause (CURRENT)
- [ ] Phase 4: Implement fix
- [ ] Phase 5: Test and verify
## Key Questions
1. What error message appears?
2. Which file handles authentication?
3. What changed recently?
## Decisions Made
- Auth handler is in src/auth/login.ts
- Error occurs in validateToken() function
## Errors Encountered
- [Initial] TypeError: Cannot read property 'token' of undefined
→ Root cause: user object not awaited properly
## Status
**Currently in Phase 3** - Found root cause, preparing fix
```
---
## Example 3: Feature Development
**User Request:** "Add a dark mode toggle to the settings page"
### The 3-File Pattern in Action
**task_plan.md:**
```markdown
# Task Plan: Dark Mode Toggle
## Goal
Add functional dark mode toggle to settings.
## Phases
- [x] Phase 1: Research existing theme system ✓
- [x] Phase 2: Design implementation approach ✓
- [ ] Phase 3: Implement toggle component (CURRENT)
- [ ] Phase 4: Add theme switching logic
- [ ] Phase 5: Test and polish
## Decisions Made
- Using CSS custom properties for theme
- Storing preference in localStorage
- Toggle component in SettingsPage.tsx
## Status
**Currently in Phase 3** - Building toggle component
```
**notes.md:**
```markdown
# Notes: Dark Mode Implementation
## Existing Theme System
- Located in: src/styles/theme.ts
- Uses: CSS custom properties
- Current themes: light only
## Files to Modify
1. src/styles/theme.ts - Add dark theme colors
2. src/components/SettingsPage.tsx - Add toggle
3. src/hooks/useTheme.ts - Create new hook
4. src/App.tsx - Wrap with ThemeProvider
## Color Decisions
- Dark background: #1a1a2e
- Dark surface: #16213e
- Dark text: #eaeaea
```
**dark_mode_implementation.md:** (deliverable)
```markdown
# Dark Mode Implementation
## Changes Made
### 1. Added dark theme colors
File: src/styles/theme.ts
...
### 2. Created useTheme hook
File: src/hooks/useTheme.ts
...
```
---
## Example 4: Error Recovery Pattern
When something fails, DON'T hide it:
### Before (Wrong)
```
Action: Read config.json
Error: File not found
Action: Read config.json # Silent retry
Action: Read config.json # Another retry
```
### After (Correct)
```
Action: Read config.json
Error: File not found
# Update task_plan.md:
## Errors Encountered
- config.json not found → Will create default config
Action: Write config.json (default config)
Action: Read config.json
Success!
```
---
## The Read-Before-Decide Pattern
**Always read your plan before major decisions:**
```
[Many tool calls have happened...]
[Context is getting long...]
[Original goal might be forgotten...]
→ Read task_plan.md # This brings goals back into attention!
→ Now make the decision # Goals are fresh in context
```
This is why Manus can handle ~50 tool calls without losing track. The plan file acts as a "goal refresh" mechanism.
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# Reference: Manus Context Engineering Principles
This skill is based on context engineering principles from Manus, the AI agent company acquired by Meta for $2 billion in December 2025.
## The 6 Manus Principles
### Principle 1: Design Around KV-Cache
> "KV-cache hit rate is THE single most important metric for production AI agents."
**Statistics:**
- ~100:1 input-to-output token ratio
- Cached tokens: $0.30/MTok vs Uncached: $3/MTok
- 10x cost difference!
**Implementation:**
- Keep prompt prefixes STABLE (single-token change invalidates cache)
- NO timestamps in system prompts
- Make context APPEND-ONLY with deterministic serialization
### Principle 2: Mask, Don't Remove
Don't dynamically remove tools (breaks KV-cache). Use logit masking instead.
**Best Practice:** Use consistent action prefixes (e.g., `browser_`, `shell_`, `file_`) for easier masking.
### Principle 3: Filesystem as External Memory
> "Markdown is my 'working memory' on disk."
**The Formula:**
```
Context Window = RAM (volatile, limited)
Filesystem = Disk (persistent, unlimited)
```
**Compression Must Be Restorable:**
- Keep URLs even if web content is dropped
- Keep file paths when dropping document contents
- Never lose the pointer to full data
### Principle 4: Manipulate Attention Through Recitation
> "Creates and updates todo.md throughout tasks to push global plan into model's recent attention span."
**Problem:** After ~50 tool calls, models forget original goals ("lost in the middle" effect).
**Solution:** Re-read `task_plan.md` before each decision. Goals appear in the attention window.
```
Start of context: [Original goal - far away, forgotten]
...many tool calls...
End of context: [Recently read task_plan.md - gets ATTENTION!]
```
### Principle 5: Keep the Wrong Stuff In
> "Leave the wrong turns in the context."
**Why:**
- Failed actions with stack traces let model implicitly update beliefs
- Reduces mistake repetition
- Error recovery is "one of the clearest signals of TRUE agentic behavior"
### Principle 6: Don't Get Few-Shotted
> "Uniformity breeds fragility."
**Problem:** Repetitive action-observation pairs cause drift and hallucination.
**Solution:** Introduce controlled variation:
- Vary phrasings slightly
- Don't copy-paste patterns blindly
- Recalibrate on repetitive tasks
---
## The 3 Context Engineering Strategies
Based on Lance Martin's analysis of Manus architecture.
### Strategy 1: Context Reduction
**Compaction:**
```
Tool calls have TWO representations:
├── FULL: Raw tool content (stored in filesystem)
└── COMPACT: Reference/file path only
RULES:
- Apply compaction to STALE (older) tool results
- Keep RECENT results FULL (to guide next decision)
```
**Summarization:**
- Applied when compaction reaches diminishing returns
- Generated using full tool results
- Creates standardized summary objects
### Strategy 2: Context Isolation (Multi-Agent)
**Architecture:**
```
┌─────────────────────────────────┐
│ PLANNER AGENT │
│ └─ Assigns tasks to sub-agents │
├─────────────────────────────────┤
│ KNOWLEDGE MANAGER │
│ └─ Reviews conversations │
│ └─ Determines filesystem store │
├─────────────────────────────────┤
│ EXECUTOR SUB-AGENTS │
│ └─ Perform assigned tasks │
│ └─ Have own context windows │
└─────────────────────────────────┘
```
**Key Insight:** Manus originally used `todo.md` for task planning but found ~33% of actions were spent updating it. Shifted to dedicated planner agent calling executor sub-agents.
### Strategy 3: Context Offloading
**Tool Design:**
- Use <20 atomic functions total
- Store full results in filesystem, not context
- Use `glob` and `grep` for searching
- Progressive disclosure: load information only as needed
---
## The Agent Loop
Manus operates in a continuous 7-step loop:
```
┌─────────────────────────────────────────┐
│ 1. ANALYZE CONTEXT │
│ - Understand user intent │
│ - Assess current state │
│ - Review recent observations │
├─────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ 2. THINK │
│ - Should I update the plan? │
│ - What's the next logical action? │
│ - Are there blockers? │
├─────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ 3. SELECT TOOL │
│ - Choose ONE tool │
│ - Ensure parameters available │
├─────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ 4. EXECUTE ACTION │
│ - Tool runs in sandbox │
├─────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ 5. RECEIVE OBSERVATION │
│ - Result appended to context │
├─────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ 6. ITERATE │
│ - Return to step 1 │
│ - Continue until complete │
├─────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ 7. DELIVER OUTCOME │
│ - Send results to user │
│ - Attach all relevant files │
└─────────────────────────────────────────┘
```
---
## File Types Manus Creates
| File | Purpose | When Created | When Updated |
|------|---------|--------------|--------------|
| `task_plan.md` | Phase tracking, progress | Task start | After completing phases |
| `findings.md` | Discoveries, decisions | After ANY discovery | After viewing images/PDFs |
| `progress.md` | Session log, what's done | At breakpoints | Throughout session |
| Code files | Implementation | Before execution | After errors |
---
## Critical Constraints
- **Single-Action Execution:** ONE tool call per turn. No parallel execution.
- **Plan is Required:** Agent must ALWAYS know: goal, current phase, remaining phases
- **Files are Memory:** Context = volatile. Filesystem = persistent.
- **Never Repeat Failures:** If action failed, next action MUST be different
- **Communication is a Tool:** Message types: `info` (progress), `ask` (blocking), `result` (terminal)
---
## Manus Statistics
| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| Average tool calls per task | ~50 |
| Input-to-output token ratio | 100:1 |
| Acquisition price | $2 billion |
| Time to $100M revenue | 8 months |
| Framework refactors since launch | 5 times |
---
## Key Quotes
> "Context window = RAM (volatile, limited). Filesystem = Disk (persistent, unlimited). Anything important gets written to disk."
> "if action_failed: next_action != same_action. Track what you tried. Mutate the approach."
> "Error recovery is one of the clearest signals of TRUE agentic behavior."
> "KV-cache hit rate is the single most important metric for a production-stage AI agent."
> "Leave the wrong turns in the context."
---
## Source
Based on Manus's official context engineering documentation:
https://manus.im/blog/Context-Engineering-for-AI-Agents-Lessons-from-Building-Manus
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# Check if all phases in task_plan.md are complete
# Exit 0 if complete, exit 1 if incomplete
# Used by Stop hook to verify task completion
param(
[string]$PlanFile = "task_plan.md"
)
if (-not (Test-Path $PlanFile)) {
Write-Host "ERROR: $PlanFile not found"
Write-Host "Cannot verify completion without a task plan."
exit 1
}
Write-Host "=== Task Completion Check ==="
Write-Host ""
# Read file content
$content = Get-Content $PlanFile -Raw
# Count phases by status
$TOTAL = ([regex]::Matches($content, "### Phase")).Count
$COMPLETE = ([regex]::Matches($content, "\*\*Status:\*\* complete")).Count
$IN_PROGRESS = ([regex]::Matches($content, "\*\*Status:\*\* in_progress")).Count
$PENDING = ([regex]::Matches($content, "\*\*Status:\*\* pending")).Count
Write-Host "Total phases: $TOTAL"
Write-Host "Complete: $COMPLETE"
Write-Host "In progress: $IN_PROGRESS"
Write-Host "Pending: $PENDING"
Write-Host ""
# Check completion
if ($COMPLETE -eq $TOTAL -and $TOTAL -gt 0) {
Write-Host "ALL PHASES COMPLETE"
exit 0
} else {
Write-Host "TASK NOT COMPLETE"
Write-Host ""
Write-Host "Do not stop until all phases are complete."
exit 1
}
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#!/bin/bash
# Check if all phases in task_plan.md are complete
# Exit 0 if complete, exit 1 if incomplete
# Used by Stop hook to verify task completion
PLAN_FILE="${1:-task_plan.md}"
if [ ! -f "$PLAN_FILE" ]; then
echo "ERROR: $PLAN_FILE not found"
echo "Cannot verify completion without a task plan."
exit 1
fi
echo "=== Task Completion Check ==="
echo ""
# Count phases by status (using -F for fixed string matching)
TOTAL=$(grep -c "### Phase" "$PLAN_FILE" || true)
COMPLETE=$(grep -cF "**Status:** complete" "$PLAN_FILE" || true)
IN_PROGRESS=$(grep -cF "**Status:** in_progress" "$PLAN_FILE" || true)
PENDING=$(grep -cF "**Status:** pending" "$PLAN_FILE" || true)
# Default to 0 if empty
: "${TOTAL:=0}"
: "${COMPLETE:=0}"
: "${IN_PROGRESS:=0}"
: "${PENDING:=0}"
echo "Total phases: $TOTAL"
echo "Complete: $COMPLETE"
echo "In progress: $IN_PROGRESS"
echo "Pending: $PENDING"
echo ""
# Check completion
if [ "$COMPLETE" -eq "$TOTAL" ] && [ "$TOTAL" -gt 0 ]; then
echo "ALL PHASES COMPLETE"
exit 0
else
echo "TASK NOT COMPLETE"
echo ""
echo "Do not stop until all phases are complete."
exit 1
fi
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#!/bin/bash
set -euo pipefail
missing=0
require_file() {
local path="$1"
if [ ! -f "$path" ]; then
echo "Missing: $path"
missing=1
fi
}
require_file ".continue/prompts/planning-with-files.prompt"
require_file ".continue/skills/planning-with-files/SKILL.md"
require_file ".continue/skills/planning-with-files/examples.md"
require_file ".continue/skills/planning-with-files/reference.md"
require_file ".continue/skills/planning-with-files/scripts/init-session.sh"
require_file ".continue/skills/planning-with-files/scripts/init-session.ps1"
require_file ".continue/skills/planning-with-files/scripts/check-complete.sh"
require_file ".continue/skills/planning-with-files/scripts/check-complete.ps1"
require_file ".continue/skills/planning-with-files/scripts/session-catchup.py"
if [ "$missing" -ne 0 ]; then
exit 1
fi
case ".continue/prompts/planning-with-files.prompt" in
*.prompt) ;;
*) echo "Prompt file must end with .prompt"; exit 1 ;;
esac
echo "Continue integration files look OK."
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# Initialize planning files for a new session
# Usage: .\init-session.ps1 [project-name]
param(
[string]$ProjectName = "project"
)
$DATE = Get-Date -Format "yyyy-MM-dd"
Write-Host "Initializing planning files for: $ProjectName"
# Create task_plan.md if it doesn't exist
if (-not (Test-Path "task_plan.md")) {
@"
# Task Plan: [Brief Description]
## Goal
[One sentence describing the end state]
## Current Phase
Phase 1
## Phases
### Phase 1: Requirements & Discovery
- [ ] Understand user intent
- [ ] Identify constraints
- [ ] Document in findings.md
- **Status:** in_progress
### Phase 2: Planning & Structure
- [ ] Define approach
- [ ] Create project structure
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 3: Implementation
- [ ] Execute the plan
- [ ] Write to files before executing
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 4: Testing & Verification
- [ ] Verify requirements met
- [ ] Document test results
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 5: Delivery
- [ ] Review outputs
- [ ] Deliver to user
- **Status:** pending
## Decisions Made
| Decision | Rationale |
|----------|-----------|
## Errors Encountered
| Error | Resolution |
|-------|------------|
"@ | Out-File -FilePath "task_plan.md" -Encoding UTF8
Write-Host "Created task_plan.md"
} else {
Write-Host "task_plan.md already exists, skipping"
}
# Create findings.md if it doesn't exist
if (-not (Test-Path "findings.md")) {
@"
# Findings & Decisions
## Requirements
-
## Research Findings
-
## Technical Decisions
| Decision | Rationale |
|----------|-----------|
## Issues Encountered
| Issue | Resolution |
|-------|------------|
## Resources
-
"@ | Out-File -FilePath "findings.md" -Encoding UTF8
Write-Host "Created findings.md"
} else {
Write-Host "findings.md already exists, skipping"
}
# Create progress.md if it doesn't exist
if (-not (Test-Path "progress.md")) {
@"
# Progress Log
## Session: $DATE
### Current Status
- **Phase:** 1 - Requirements & Discovery
- **Started:** $DATE
### Actions Taken
-
### Test Results
| Test | Expected | Actual | Status |
|------|----------|--------|--------|
### Errors
| Error | Resolution |
|-------|------------|
"@ | Out-File -FilePath "progress.md" -Encoding UTF8
Write-Host "Created progress.md"
} else {
Write-Host "progress.md already exists, skipping"
}
Write-Host ""
Write-Host "Planning files initialized!"
Write-Host "Files: task_plan.md, findings.md, progress.md"
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#!/bin/bash
# Initialize planning files for a new session
# Usage: ./init-session.sh [project-name]
set -e
PROJECT_NAME="${1:-project}"
DATE=$(date +%Y-%m-%d)
echo "Initializing planning files for: $PROJECT_NAME"
# Create task_plan.md if it doesn't exist
if [ ! -f "task_plan.md" ]; then
cat > task_plan.md << 'EOF'
# Task Plan: [Brief Description]
## Goal
[One sentence describing the end state]
## Current Phase
Phase 1
## Phases
### Phase 1: Requirements & Discovery
- [ ] Understand user intent
- [ ] Identify constraints
- [ ] Document in findings.md
- **Status:** in_progress
### Phase 2: Planning & Structure
- [ ] Define approach
- [ ] Create project structure
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 3: Implementation
- [ ] Execute the plan
- [ ] Write to files before executing
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 4: Testing & Verification
- [ ] Verify requirements met
- [ ] Document test results
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 5: Delivery
- [ ] Review outputs
- [ ] Deliver to user
- **Status:** pending
## Decisions Made
| Decision | Rationale |
|----------|-----------|
## Errors Encountered
| Error | Resolution |
|-------|------------|
EOF
echo "Created task_plan.md"
else
echo "task_plan.md already exists, skipping"
fi
# Create findings.md if it doesn't exist
if [ ! -f "findings.md" ]; then
cat > findings.md << 'EOF'
# Findings & Decisions
## Requirements
-
## Research Findings
-
## Technical Decisions
| Decision | Rationale |
|----------|-----------|
## Issues Encountered
| Issue | Resolution |
|-------|------------|
## Resources
-
EOF
echo "Created findings.md"
else
echo "findings.md already exists, skipping"
fi
# Create progress.md if it doesn't exist
if [ ! -f "progress.md" ]; then
cat > progress.md << EOF
# Progress Log
## Session: $DATE
### Current Status
- **Phase:** 1 - Requirements & Discovery
- **Started:** $DATE
### Actions Taken
-
### Test Results
| Test | Expected | Actual | Status |
|------|----------|--------|--------|
### Errors
| Error | Resolution |
|-------|------------|
EOF
echo "Created progress.md"
else
echo "progress.md already exists, skipping"
fi
echo ""
echo "Planning files initialized!"
echo "Files: task_plan.md, findings.md, progress.md"
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#!/usr/bin/env python3
"""
Session Catchup Script for planning-with-files
Session-agnostic scanning: finds the most recent planning file update across
ALL sessions, then collects all conversation from that point forward through
all subsequent sessions until now.
Usage: python3 session-catchup.py [project-path]
"""
import json
import sys
import os
from pathlib import Path
from typing import List, Dict, Optional, Tuple
PLANNING_FILES = ['task_plan.md', 'progress.md', 'findings.md']
def get_project_dir(project_path: str) -> Path:
"""Convert project path to Claude's storage path format."""
sanitized = project_path.replace('/', '-')
if not sanitized.startswith('-'):
sanitized = '-' + sanitized
sanitized = sanitized.replace('_', '-')
return Path.home() / '.claude' / 'projects' / sanitized
def get_sessions_sorted(project_dir: Path) -> List[Path]:
"""Get all session files sorted by modification time (newest first)."""
sessions = list(project_dir.glob('*.jsonl'))
main_sessions = [s for s in sessions if not s.name.startswith('agent-')]
return sorted(main_sessions, key=lambda p: p.stat().st_mtime, reverse=True)
def get_session_first_timestamp(session_file: Path) -> Optional[str]:
"""Get the timestamp of the first message in a session."""
try:
with open(session_file, 'r') as f:
for line in f:
try:
data = json.loads(line)
ts = data.get('timestamp')
if ts:
return ts
except:
continue
except:
pass
return None
def scan_for_planning_update(session_file: Path) -> Tuple[int, Optional[str]]:
"""
Quickly scan a session file for planning file updates.
Returns (line_number, filename) of last update, or (-1, None) if none found.
"""
last_update_line = -1
last_update_file = None
try:
with open(session_file, 'r') as f:
for line_num, line in enumerate(f):
if '"Write"' not in line and '"Edit"' not in line:
continue
try:
data = json.loads(line)
if data.get('type') != 'assistant':
continue
content = data.get('message', {}).get('content', [])
if not isinstance(content, list):
continue
for item in content:
if item.get('type') != 'tool_use':
continue
tool_name = item.get('name', '')
if tool_name not in ('Write', 'Edit'):
continue
file_path = item.get('input', {}).get('file_path', '')
for pf in PLANNING_FILES:
if file_path.endswith(pf):
last_update_line = line_num
last_update_file = pf
break
except json.JSONDecodeError:
continue
except Exception:
pass
return last_update_line, last_update_file
def extract_messages_from_session(session_file: Path, after_line: int = -1) -> List[Dict]:
"""
Extract conversation messages from a session file.
If after_line >= 0, only extract messages after that line.
If after_line < 0, extract all messages.
"""
result = []
try:
with open(session_file, 'r') as f:
for line_num, line in enumerate(f):
if after_line >= 0 and line_num <= after_line:
continue
try:
msg = json.loads(line)
except json.JSONDecodeError:
continue
msg_type = msg.get('type')
is_meta = msg.get('isMeta', False)
if msg_type == 'user' and not is_meta:
content = msg.get('message', {}).get('content', '')
if isinstance(content, list):
for item in content:
if isinstance(item, dict) and item.get('type') == 'text':
content = item.get('text', '')
break
else:
content = ''
if content and isinstance(content, str):
# Skip system/command messages
if content.startswith(('<local-command', '<command-', '<task-notification')):
continue
if len(content) > 20:
result.append({
'role': 'user',
'content': content,
'line': line_num,
'session': session_file.stem[:8]
})
elif msg_type == 'assistant':
msg_content = msg.get('message', {}).get('content', '')
text_content = ''
tool_uses = []
if isinstance(msg_content, str):
text_content = msg_content
elif isinstance(msg_content, list):
for item in msg_content:
if item.get('type') == 'text':
text_content = item.get('text', '')
elif item.get('type') == 'tool_use':
tool_name = item.get('name', '')
tool_input = item.get('input', {})
if tool_name == 'Edit':
tool_uses.append(f"Edit: {tool_input.get('file_path', 'unknown')}")
elif tool_name == 'Write':
tool_uses.append(f"Write: {tool_input.get('file_path', 'unknown')}")
elif tool_name == 'Bash':
cmd = tool_input.get('command', '')[:80]
tool_uses.append(f"Bash: {cmd}")
elif tool_name == 'AskUserQuestion':
tool_uses.append("AskUserQuestion")
else:
tool_uses.append(f"{tool_name}")
if text_content or tool_uses:
result.append({
'role': 'assistant',
'content': text_content[:600] if text_content else '',
'tools': tool_uses,
'line': line_num,
'session': session_file.stem[:8]
})
except Exception:
pass
return result
def main():
project_path = sys.argv[1] if len(sys.argv) > 1 else os.getcwd()
project_dir = get_project_dir(project_path)
if not project_dir.exists():
return
sessions = get_sessions_sorted(project_dir)
if len(sessions) < 2:
return
# Skip the current session (most recently modified = index 0)
previous_sessions = sessions[1:]
# Find the most recent planning file update across ALL previous sessions
# Sessions are sorted newest first, so we scan in order
update_session = None
update_line = -1
update_file = None
update_session_idx = -1
for idx, session in enumerate(previous_sessions):
line, filename = scan_for_planning_update(session)
if line >= 0:
update_session = session
update_line = line
update_file = filename
update_session_idx = idx
break
if not update_session:
# No planning file updates found in any previous session
return
# Collect ALL messages from the update point forward, across all sessions
all_messages = []
# 1. Get messages from the session with the update (after the update line)
messages_from_update_session = extract_messages_from_session(update_session, after_line=update_line)
all_messages.extend(messages_from_update_session)
# 2. Get ALL messages from sessions between update_session and current
# These are sessions[1:update_session_idx] (newer than update_session)
intermediate_sessions = previous_sessions[:update_session_idx]
# Process from oldest to newest for correct chronological order
for session in reversed(intermediate_sessions):
messages = extract_messages_from_session(session, after_line=-1) # Get all messages
all_messages.extend(messages)
if not all_messages:
return
# Output catchup report
print("\n[planning-with-files] SESSION CATCHUP DETECTED")
print(f"Last planning update: {update_file} in session {update_session.stem[:8]}...")
sessions_covered = update_session_idx + 1
if sessions_covered > 1:
print(f"Scanning {sessions_covered} sessions for unsynced context")
print(f"Unsynced messages: {len(all_messages)}")
print("\n--- UNSYNCED CONTEXT ---")
# Show up to 100 messages
MAX_MESSAGES = 100
if len(all_messages) > MAX_MESSAGES:
print(f"(Showing last {MAX_MESSAGES} of {len(all_messages)} messages)\n")
messages_to_show = all_messages[-MAX_MESSAGES:]
else:
messages_to_show = all_messages
current_session = None
for msg in messages_to_show:
# Show session marker when it changes
if msg.get('session') != current_session:
current_session = msg.get('session')
print(f"\n[Session: {current_session}...]")
if msg['role'] == 'user':
print(f"USER: {msg['content'][:300]}")
else:
if msg.get('content'):
print(f"CLAUDE: {msg['content'][:300]}")
if msg.get('tools'):
print(f" Tools: {', '.join(msg['tools'][:4])}")
print("\n--- RECOMMENDED ---")
print("1. Run: git diff --stat")
print("2. Read: task_plan.md, progress.md, findings.md")
print("3. Update planning files based on above context")
print("4. Continue with task")
if __name__ == '__main__':
main()
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# Findings & Decisions
<!--
WHAT: Your knowledge base for the task. Stores everything you discover and decide.
WHY: Context windows are limited. This file is your "external memory" - persistent and unlimited.
WHEN: Update after ANY discovery, especially after 2 view/browser/search operations (2-Action Rule).
-->
## Requirements
<!--
WHAT: What the user asked for, broken down into specific requirements.
WHY: Keeps requirements visible so you don't forget what you're building.
WHEN: Fill this in during Phase 1 (Requirements & Discovery).
EXAMPLE:
- Command-line interface
- Add tasks
- List all tasks
- Delete tasks
- Python implementation
-->
<!-- Captured from user request -->
-
## Research Findings
<!--
WHAT: Key discoveries from web searches, documentation reading, or exploration.
WHY: Multimodal content (images, browser results) doesn't persist. Write it down immediately.
WHEN: After EVERY 2 view/browser/search operations, update this section (2-Action Rule).
EXAMPLE:
- Python's argparse module supports subcommands for clean CLI design
- JSON module handles file persistence easily
- Standard pattern: python script.py <command> [args]
-->
<!-- Key discoveries during exploration -->
-
## Technical Decisions
<!--
WHAT: Architecture and implementation choices you've made, with reasoning.
WHY: You'll forget why you chose a technology or approach. This table preserves that knowledge.
WHEN: Update whenever you make a significant technical choice.
EXAMPLE:
| Use JSON for storage | Simple, human-readable, built-in Python support |
| argparse with subcommands | Clean CLI: python todo.py add "task" |
-->
<!-- Decisions made with rationale -->
| Decision | Rationale |
|----------|-----------|
| | |
## Issues Encountered
<!--
WHAT: Problems you ran into and how you solved them.
WHY: Similar to errors in task_plan.md, but focused on broader issues (not just code errors).
WHEN: Document when you encounter blockers or unexpected challenges.
EXAMPLE:
| Empty file causes JSONDecodeError | Added explicit empty file check before json.load() |
-->
<!-- Errors and how they were resolved -->
| Issue | Resolution |
|-------|------------|
| | |
## Resources
<!--
WHAT: URLs, file paths, API references, documentation links you've found useful.
WHY: Easy reference for later. Don't lose important links in context.
WHEN: Add as you discover useful resources.
EXAMPLE:
- Python argparse docs: https://docs.python.org/3/library/argparse.html
- Project structure: src/main.py, src/utils.py
-->
<!-- URLs, file paths, API references -->
-
## Visual/Browser Findings
<!--
WHAT: Information you learned from viewing images, PDFs, or browser results.
WHY: CRITICAL - Visual/multimodal content doesn't persist in context. Must be captured as text.
WHEN: IMMEDIATELY after viewing images or browser results. Don't wait!
EXAMPLE:
- Screenshot shows login form has email and password fields
- Browser shows API returns JSON with "status" and "data" keys
-->
<!-- CRITICAL: Update after every 2 view/browser operations -->
<!-- Multimodal content must be captured as text immediately -->
-
---
<!--
REMINDER: The 2-Action Rule
After every 2 view/browser/search operations, you MUST update this file.
This prevents visual information from being lost when context resets.
-->
*Update this file after every 2 view/browser/search operations*
*This prevents visual information from being lost*
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# Progress Log
<!--
WHAT: Your session log - a chronological record of what you did, when, and what happened.
WHY: Answers "What have I done?" in the 5-Question Reboot Test. Helps you resume after breaks.
WHEN: Update after completing each phase or encountering errors. More detailed than task_plan.md.
-->
## Session: [DATE]
<!--
WHAT: The date of this work session.
WHY: Helps track when work happened, useful for resuming after time gaps.
EXAMPLE: 2026-01-15
-->
### Phase 1: [Title]
<!--
WHAT: Detailed log of actions taken during this phase.
WHY: Provides context for what was done, making it easier to resume or debug.
WHEN: Update as you work through the phase, or at least when you complete it.
-->
- **Status:** in_progress
- **Started:** [timestamp]
<!--
STATUS: Same as task_plan.md (pending, in_progress, complete)
TIMESTAMP: When you started this phase (e.g., "2026-01-15 10:00")
-->
- Actions taken:
<!--
WHAT: List of specific actions you performed.
EXAMPLE:
- Created todo.py with basic structure
- Implemented add functionality
- Fixed FileNotFoundError
-->
-
- Files created/modified:
<!--
WHAT: Which files you created or changed.
WHY: Quick reference for what was touched. Helps with debugging and review.
EXAMPLE:
- todo.py (created)
- todos.json (created by app)
- task_plan.md (updated)
-->
-
### Phase 2: [Title]
<!--
WHAT: Same structure as Phase 1, for the next phase.
WHY: Keep a separate log entry for each phase to track progress clearly.
-->
- **Status:** pending
- Actions taken:
-
- Files created/modified:
-
## Test Results
<!--
WHAT: Table of tests you ran, what you expected, what actually happened.
WHY: Documents verification of functionality. Helps catch regressions.
WHEN: Update as you test features, especially during Phase 4 (Testing & Verification).
EXAMPLE:
| Add task | python todo.py add "Buy milk" | Task added | Task added successfully | ✓ |
| List tasks | python todo.py list | Shows all tasks | Shows all tasks | ✓ |
-->
| Test | Input | Expected | Actual | Status |
|------|-------|----------|--------|--------|
| | | | | |
## Error Log
<!--
WHAT: Detailed log of every error encountered, with timestamps and resolution attempts.
WHY: More detailed than task_plan.md's error table. Helps you learn from mistakes.
WHEN: Add immediately when an error occurs, even if you fix it quickly.
EXAMPLE:
| 2026-01-15 10:35 | FileNotFoundError | 1 | Added file existence check |
| 2026-01-15 10:37 | JSONDecodeError | 2 | Added empty file handling |
-->
<!-- Keep ALL errors - they help avoid repetition -->
| Timestamp | Error | Attempt | Resolution |
|-----------|-------|---------|------------|
| | | 1 | |
## 5-Question Reboot Check
<!--
WHAT: Five questions that verify your context is solid. If you can answer these, you're on track.
WHY: This is the "reboot test" - if you can answer all 5, you can resume work effectively.
WHEN: Update periodically, especially when resuming after a break or context reset.
THE 5 QUESTIONS:
1. Where am I? → Current phase in task_plan.md
2. Where am I going? → Remaining phases
3. What's the goal? → Goal statement in task_plan.md
4. What have I learned? → See findings.md
5. What have I done? → See progress.md (this file)
-->
<!-- If you can answer these, context is solid -->
| Question | Answer |
|----------|--------|
| Where am I? | Phase X |
| Where am I going? | Remaining phases |
| What's the goal? | [goal statement] |
| What have I learned? | See findings.md |
| What have I done? | See above |
---
<!--
REMINDER:
- Update after completing each phase or encountering errors
- Be detailed - this is your "what happened" log
- Include timestamps for errors to track when issues occurred
-->
*Update after completing each phase or encountering errors*
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# Task Plan: [Brief Description]
<!--
WHAT: This is your roadmap for the entire task. Think of it as your "working memory on disk."
WHY: After 50+ tool calls, your original goals can get forgotten. This file keeps them fresh.
WHEN: Create this FIRST, before starting any work. Update after each phase completes.
-->
## Goal
<!--
WHAT: One clear sentence describing what you're trying to achieve.
WHY: This is your north star. Re-reading this keeps you focused on the end state.
EXAMPLE: "Create a Python CLI todo app with add, list, and delete functionality."
-->
[One sentence describing the end state]
## Current Phase
<!--
WHAT: Which phase you're currently working on (e.g., "Phase 1", "Phase 3").
WHY: Quick reference for where you are in the task. Update this as you progress.
-->
Phase 1
## Phases
<!--
WHAT: Break your task into 3-7 logical phases. Each phase should be completable.
WHY: Breaking work into phases prevents overwhelm and makes progress visible.
WHEN: Update status after completing each phase: pending → in_progress → complete
-->
### Phase 1: Requirements & Discovery
<!--
WHAT: Understand what needs to be done and gather initial information.
WHY: Starting without understanding leads to wasted effort. This phase prevents that.
-->
- [ ] Understand user intent
- [ ] Identify constraints and requirements
- [ ] Document findings in findings.md
- **Status:** in_progress
<!--
STATUS VALUES:
- pending: Not started yet
- in_progress: Currently working on this
- complete: Finished this phase
-->
### Phase 2: Planning & Structure
<!--
WHAT: Decide how you'll approach the problem and what structure you'll use.
WHY: Good planning prevents rework. Document decisions so you remember why you chose them.
-->
- [ ] Define technical approach
- [ ] Create project structure if needed
- [ ] Document decisions with rationale
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 3: Implementation
<!--
WHAT: Actually build/create/write the solution.
WHY: This is where the work happens. Break into smaller sub-tasks if needed.
-->
- [ ] Execute the plan step by step
- [ ] Write code to files before executing
- [ ] Test incrementally
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 4: Testing & Verification
<!--
WHAT: Verify everything works and meets requirements.
WHY: Catching issues early saves time. Document test results in progress.md.
-->
- [ ] Verify all requirements met
- [ ] Document test results in progress.md
- [ ] Fix any issues found
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 5: Delivery
<!--
WHAT: Final review and handoff to user.
WHY: Ensures nothing is forgotten and deliverables are complete.
-->
- [ ] Review all output files
- [ ] Ensure deliverables are complete
- [ ] Deliver to user
- **Status:** pending
## Key Questions
<!--
WHAT: Important questions you need to answer during the task.
WHY: These guide your research and decision-making. Answer them as you go.
EXAMPLE:
1. Should tasks persist between sessions? (Yes - need file storage)
2. What format for storing tasks? (JSON file)
-->
1. [Question to answer]
2. [Question to answer]
## Decisions Made
<!--
WHAT: Technical and design decisions you've made, with the reasoning behind them.
WHY: You'll forget why you made choices. This table helps you remember and justify decisions.
WHEN: Update whenever you make a significant choice (technology, approach, structure).
EXAMPLE:
| Use JSON for storage | Simple, human-readable, built-in Python support |
-->
| Decision | Rationale |
|----------|-----------|
| | |
## Errors Encountered
<!--
WHAT: Every error you encounter, what attempt number it was, and how you resolved it.
WHY: Logging errors prevents repeating the same mistakes. This is critical for learning.
WHEN: Add immediately when an error occurs, even if you fix it quickly.
EXAMPLE:
| FileNotFoundError | 1 | Check if file exists, create empty list if not |
| JSONDecodeError | 2 | Handle empty file case explicitly |
-->
| Error | Attempt | Resolution |
|-------|---------|------------|
| | 1 | |
## Notes
<!--
REMINDERS:
- Update phase status as you progress: pending → in_progress → complete
- Re-read this plan before major decisions (attention manipulation)
- Log ALL errors - they help avoid repetition
- Never repeat a failed action - mutate your approach instead
-->
- Update phase status as you progress: pending → in_progress → complete
- Re-read this plan before major decisions (attention manipulation)
- Log ALL errors - they help avoid repetition
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{
"name": "planning-with-files",
"version": "2.7.0",
"description": "Manus-style persistent markdown files for planning, progress tracking, and knowledge storage. Use when starting complex tasks, multi-step projects, research tasks, or when you want structured output.",
"version": "2.11.0",
"description": "Manus-style persistent markdown files for planning, progress tracking, and knowledge storage. Works with Claude Code, Kiro, Clawd CLI, Gemini CLI, Cursor, Continue, and 11+ AI coding assistants.",
"author": {
"name": "OthmanAdi",
"url": "https://github.com/OthmanAdi"
@@ -15,6 +15,17 @@
"markdown",
"context-engineering",
"task-management",
"templates"
"templates",
"clawd",
"clawdbot",
"clawdhub",
"kiro",
"kiro-steering",
"amazon-kiro",
"gemini",
"cursor",
"continue",
"multi-ide",
"agent-skills"
]
}
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---
name: planning-with-files
version: "2.10.0"
description: Implements Manus-style file-based planning for complex tasks. Creates task_plan.md, findings.md, and progress.md. Use when starting complex multi-step tasks, research projects, or any task requiring >5 tool calls.
homepage: https://github.com/OthmanAdi/planning-with-files
user-invocable: true
metadata: {"clawdbot":{"os":["darwin","linux","win32"]}}
---
# Planning with Files
Work like Manus: Use persistent markdown files as your "working memory on disk."
## Important: Where Files Go
- **Templates** are in this skill's `templates/` folder
- **Your planning files** go in **your project directory**
| Location | What Goes There |
|----------|-----------------|
| Skill directory | Templates, scripts, reference docs |
| Your project directory | `task_plan.md`, `findings.md`, `progress.md` |
## Quick Start
Before ANY complex task:
1. **Create `task_plan.md`** — Use [templates/task_plan.md](templates/task_plan.md) as reference
2. **Create `findings.md`** — Use [templates/findings.md](templates/findings.md) as reference
3. **Create `progress.md`** — Use [templates/progress.md](templates/progress.md) as reference
4. **Re-read plan before decisions** — Refreshes goals in attention window
5. **Update after each phase** — Mark complete, log errors
> **Note:** Planning files go in your project root, not the skill installation folder.
## The Core Pattern
```
Context Window = RAM (volatile, limited)
Filesystem = Disk (persistent, unlimited)
→ Anything important gets written to disk.
```
## File Purposes
| File | Purpose | When to Update |
|------|---------|----------------|
| `task_plan.md` | Phases, progress, decisions | After each phase |
| `findings.md` | Research, discoveries | After ANY discovery |
| `progress.md` | Session log, test results | Throughout session |
## Critical Rules
### 1. Create Plan First
Never start a complex task without `task_plan.md`. Non-negotiable.
### 2. The 2-Action Rule
> "After every 2 view/browser/search operations, IMMEDIATELY save key findings to text files."
This prevents visual/multimodal information from being lost.
### 3. Read Before Decide
Before major decisions, read the plan file. This keeps goals in your attention window.
### 4. Update After Act
After completing any phase:
- Mark phase status: `in_progress` → `complete`
- Log any errors encountered
- Note files created/modified
### 5. Log ALL Errors
Every error goes in the plan file. This builds knowledge and prevents repetition.
```markdown
## Errors Encountered
| Error | Attempt | Resolution |
|-------|---------|------------|
| FileNotFoundError | 1 | Created default config |
| API timeout | 2 | Added retry logic |
```
### 6. Never Repeat Failures
```
if action_failed:
next_action != same_action
```
Track what you tried. Mutate the approach.
## The 3-Strike Error Protocol
```
ATTEMPT 1: Diagnose & Fix
→ Read error carefully
→ Identify root cause
→ Apply targeted fix
ATTEMPT 2: Alternative Approach
→ Same error? Try different method
→ Different tool? Different library?
→ NEVER repeat exact same failing action
ATTEMPT 3: Broader Rethink
→ Question assumptions
→ Search for solutions
→ Consider updating the plan
AFTER 3 FAILURES: Escalate to User
→ Explain what you tried
→ Share the specific error
→ Ask for guidance
```
## Read vs Write Decision Matrix
| Situation | Action | Reason |
|-----------|--------|--------|
| Just wrote a file | DON'T read | Content still in context |
| Viewed image/PDF | Write findings NOW | Multimodal → text before lost |
| Browser returned data | Write to file | Screenshots don't persist |
| Starting new phase | Read plan/findings | Re-orient if context stale |
| Error occurred | Read relevant file | Need current state to fix |
| Resuming after gap | Read all planning files | Recover state |
## The 5-Question Reboot Test
If you can answer these, your context management is solid:
| Question | Answer Source |
|----------|---------------|
| Where am I? | Current phase in task_plan.md |
| Where am I going? | Remaining phases |
| What's the goal? | Goal statement in plan |
| What have I learned? | findings.md |
| What have I done? | progress.md |
## When to Use This Pattern
**Use for:**
- Multi-step tasks (3+ steps)
- Research tasks
- Building/creating projects
- Tasks spanning many tool calls
- Anything requiring organization
**Skip for:**
- Simple questions
- Single-file edits
- Quick lookups
## Templates
Copy these templates to start:
- [templates/task_plan.md](templates/task_plan.md) — Phase tracking
- [templates/findings.md](templates/findings.md) — Research storage
- [templates/progress.md](templates/progress.md) — Session logging
## Scripts
Helper scripts for automation:
- `scripts/init-session.sh` — Initialize all planning files
- `scripts/check-complete.sh` — Verify all phases complete
## Advanced Topics
- **Manus Principles:** See [references/reference.md](references/reference.md)
- **Real Examples:** See [references/examples.md](references/examples.md)
## Anti-Patterns
| Don't | Do Instead |
|-------|------------|
| State goals once and forget | Re-read plan before decisions |
| Hide errors and retry silently | Log errors to plan file |
| Stuff everything in context | Store large content in files |
| Start executing immediately | Create plan file FIRST |
| Repeat failed actions | Track attempts, mutate approach |
| Create files in skill directory | Create files in your project |
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# Examples: Planning with Files in Action
## Example 1: Research Task
**User Request:** "Research the benefits of morning exercise and write a summary"
### Loop 1: Create Plan
```bash
Write task_plan.md
```
```markdown
# Task Plan: Morning Exercise Benefits Research
## Goal
Create a research summary on the benefits of morning exercise.
## Phases
- [ ] Phase 1: Create this plan ✓
- [ ] Phase 2: Search and gather sources
- [ ] Phase 3: Synthesize findings
- [ ] Phase 4: Deliver summary
## Key Questions
1. What are the physical health benefits?
2. What are the mental health benefits?
3. What scientific studies support this?
## Status
**Currently in Phase 1** - Creating plan
```
### Loop 2: Research
```bash
Read task_plan.md # Refresh goals
WebSearch "morning exercise benefits"
Write notes.md # Store findings
Edit task_plan.md # Mark Phase 2 complete
```
### Loop 3: Synthesize
```bash
Read task_plan.md # Refresh goals
Read notes.md # Get findings
Write morning_exercise_summary.md
Edit task_plan.md # Mark Phase 3 complete
```
### Loop 4: Deliver
```bash
Read task_plan.md # Verify complete
Deliver morning_exercise_summary.md
```
---
## Example 2: Bug Fix Task
**User Request:** "Fix the login bug in the authentication module"
### task_plan.md
```markdown
# Task Plan: Fix Login Bug
## Goal
Identify and fix the bug preventing successful login.
## Phases
- [x] Phase 1: Understand the bug report ✓
- [x] Phase 2: Locate relevant code ✓
- [ ] Phase 3: Identify root cause (CURRENT)
- [ ] Phase 4: Implement fix
- [ ] Phase 5: Test and verify
## Key Questions
1. What error message appears?
2. Which file handles authentication?
3. What changed recently?
## Decisions Made
- Auth handler is in src/auth/login.ts
- Error occurs in validateToken() function
## Errors Encountered
- [Initial] TypeError: Cannot read property 'token' of undefined
→ Root cause: user object not awaited properly
## Status
**Currently in Phase 3** - Found root cause, preparing fix
```
---
## Example 3: Feature Development
**User Request:** "Add a dark mode toggle to the settings page"
### The 3-File Pattern in Action
**task_plan.md:**
```markdown
# Task Plan: Dark Mode Toggle
## Goal
Add functional dark mode toggle to settings.
## Phases
- [x] Phase 1: Research existing theme system ✓
- [x] Phase 2: Design implementation approach ✓
- [ ] Phase 3: Implement toggle component (CURRENT)
- [ ] Phase 4: Add theme switching logic
- [ ] Phase 5: Test and polish
## Decisions Made
- Using CSS custom properties for theme
- Storing preference in localStorage
- Toggle component in SettingsPage.tsx
## Status
**Currently in Phase 3** - Building toggle component
```
**notes.md:**
```markdown
# Notes: Dark Mode Implementation
## Existing Theme System
- Located in: src/styles/theme.ts
- Uses: CSS custom properties
- Current themes: light only
## Files to Modify
1. src/styles/theme.ts - Add dark theme colors
2. src/components/SettingsPage.tsx - Add toggle
3. src/hooks/useTheme.ts - Create new hook
4. src/App.tsx - Wrap with ThemeProvider
## Color Decisions
- Dark background: #1a1a2e
- Dark surface: #16213e
- Dark text: #eaeaea
```
**dark_mode_implementation.md:** (deliverable)
```markdown
# Dark Mode Implementation
## Changes Made
### 1. Added dark theme colors
File: src/styles/theme.ts
...
### 2. Created useTheme hook
File: src/hooks/useTheme.ts
...
```
---
## Example 4: Error Recovery Pattern
When something fails, DON'T hide it:
### Before (Wrong)
```
Action: Read config.json
Error: File not found
Action: Read config.json # Silent retry
Action: Read config.json # Another retry
```
### After (Correct)
```
Action: Read config.json
Error: File not found
# Update task_plan.md:
## Errors Encountered
- config.json not found → Will create default config
Action: Write config.json (default config)
Action: Read config.json
Success!
```
---
## The Read-Before-Decide Pattern
**Always read your plan before major decisions:**
```
[Many tool calls have happened...]
[Context is getting long...]
[Original goal might be forgotten...]
→ Read task_plan.md # This brings goals back into attention!
→ Now make the decision # Goals are fresh in context
```
This is why Manus can handle ~50 tool calls without losing track. The plan file acts as a "goal refresh" mechanism.
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# Reference: Manus Context Engineering Principles
This skill is based on context engineering principles from Manus, the AI agent company acquired by Meta for $2 billion in December 2025.
## The 6 Manus Principles
### Principle 1: Design Around KV-Cache
> "KV-cache hit rate is THE single most important metric for production AI agents."
**Statistics:**
- ~100:1 input-to-output token ratio
- Cached tokens: $0.30/MTok vs Uncached: $3/MTok
- 10x cost difference!
**Implementation:**
- Keep prompt prefixes STABLE (single-token change invalidates cache)
- NO timestamps in system prompts
- Make context APPEND-ONLY with deterministic serialization
### Principle 2: Mask, Don't Remove
Don't dynamically remove tools (breaks KV-cache). Use logit masking instead.
**Best Practice:** Use consistent action prefixes (e.g., `browser_`, `shell_`, `file_`) for easier masking.
### Principle 3: Filesystem as External Memory
> "Markdown is my 'working memory' on disk."
**The Formula:**
```
Context Window = RAM (volatile, limited)
Filesystem = Disk (persistent, unlimited)
```
**Compression Must Be Restorable:**
- Keep URLs even if web content is dropped
- Keep file paths when dropping document contents
- Never lose the pointer to full data
### Principle 4: Manipulate Attention Through Recitation
> "Creates and updates todo.md throughout tasks to push global plan into model's recent attention span."
**Problem:** After ~50 tool calls, models forget original goals ("lost in the middle" effect).
**Solution:** Re-read `task_plan.md` before each decision. Goals appear in the attention window.
```
Start of context: [Original goal - far away, forgotten]
...many tool calls...
End of context: [Recently read task_plan.md - gets ATTENTION!]
```
### Principle 5: Keep the Wrong Stuff In
> "Leave the wrong turns in the context."
**Why:**
- Failed actions with stack traces let model implicitly update beliefs
- Reduces mistake repetition
- Error recovery is "one of the clearest signals of TRUE agentic behavior"
### Principle 6: Don't Get Few-Shotted
> "Uniformity breeds fragility."
**Problem:** Repetitive action-observation pairs cause drift and hallucination.
**Solution:** Introduce controlled variation:
- Vary phrasings slightly
- Don't copy-paste patterns blindly
- Recalibrate on repetitive tasks
---
## The 3 Context Engineering Strategies
Based on Lance Martin's analysis of Manus architecture.
### Strategy 1: Context Reduction
**Compaction:**
```
Tool calls have TWO representations:
├── FULL: Raw tool content (stored in filesystem)
└── COMPACT: Reference/file path only
RULES:
- Apply compaction to STALE (older) tool results
- Keep RECENT results FULL (to guide next decision)
```
**Summarization:**
- Applied when compaction reaches diminishing returns
- Generated using full tool results
- Creates standardized summary objects
### Strategy 2: Context Isolation (Multi-Agent)
**Architecture:**
```
┌─────────────────────────────────┐
│ PLANNER AGENT │
│ └─ Assigns tasks to sub-agents │
├─────────────────────────────────┤
│ KNOWLEDGE MANAGER │
│ └─ Reviews conversations │
│ └─ Determines filesystem store │
├─────────────────────────────────┤
│ EXECUTOR SUB-AGENTS │
│ └─ Perform assigned tasks │
│ └─ Have own context windows │
└─────────────────────────────────┘
```
**Key Insight:** Manus originally used `todo.md` for task planning but found ~33% of actions were spent updating it. Shifted to dedicated planner agent calling executor sub-agents.
### Strategy 3: Context Offloading
**Tool Design:**
- Use <20 atomic functions total
- Store full results in filesystem, not context
- Use `glob` and `grep` for searching
- Progressive disclosure: load information only as needed
---
## The Agent Loop
Manus operates in a continuous 7-step loop:
```
┌─────────────────────────────────────────┐
│ 1. ANALYZE CONTEXT │
│ - Understand user intent │
│ - Assess current state │
│ - Review recent observations │
├─────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ 2. THINK │
│ - Should I update the plan? │
│ - What's the next logical action? │
│ - Are there blockers? │
├─────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ 3. SELECT TOOL │
│ - Choose ONE tool │
│ - Ensure parameters available │
├─────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ 4. EXECUTE ACTION │
│ - Tool runs in sandbox │
├─────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ 5. RECEIVE OBSERVATION │
│ - Result appended to context │
├─────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ 6. ITERATE │
│ - Return to step 1 │
│ - Continue until complete │
├─────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ 7. DELIVER OUTCOME │
│ - Send results to user │
│ - Attach all relevant files │
└─────────────────────────────────────────┘
```
---
## File Types Manus Creates
| File | Purpose | When Created | When Updated |
|------|---------|--------------|--------------|
| `task_plan.md` | Phase tracking, progress | Task start | After completing phases |
| `findings.md` | Discoveries, decisions | After ANY discovery | After viewing images/PDFs |
| `progress.md` | Session log, what's done | At breakpoints | Throughout session |
| Code files | Implementation | Before execution | After errors |
---
## Critical Constraints
- **Single-Action Execution:** ONE tool call per turn. No parallel execution.
- **Plan is Required:** Agent must ALWAYS know: goal, current phase, remaining phases
- **Files are Memory:** Context = volatile. Filesystem = persistent.
- **Never Repeat Failures:** If action failed, next action MUST be different
- **Communication is a Tool:** Message types: `info` (progress), `ask` (blocking), `result` (terminal)
---
## Manus Statistics
| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| Average tool calls per task | ~50 |
| Input-to-output token ratio | 100:1 |
| Acquisition price | $2 billion |
| Time to $100M revenue | 8 months |
| Framework refactors since launch | 5 times |
---
## Key Quotes
> "Context window = RAM (volatile, limited). Filesystem = Disk (persistent, unlimited). Anything important gets written to disk."
> "if action_failed: next_action != same_action. Track what you tried. Mutate the approach."
> "Error recovery is one of the clearest signals of TRUE agentic behavior."
> "KV-cache hit rate is the single most important metric for a production-stage AI agent."
> "Leave the wrong turns in the context."
---
## Source
Based on Manus's official context engineering documentation:
https://manus.im/blog/Context-Engineering-for-AI-Agents-Lessons-from-Building-Manus
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# Check if all phases in task_plan.md are complete
# Exit 0 if complete, exit 1 if incomplete
# Used by Stop hook to verify task completion
param(
[string]$PlanFile = "task_plan.md"
)
if (-not (Test-Path $PlanFile)) {
Write-Host "ERROR: $PlanFile not found"
Write-Host "Cannot verify completion without a task plan."
exit 1
}
Write-Host "=== Task Completion Check ==="
Write-Host ""
# Read file content
$content = Get-Content $PlanFile -Raw
# Count phases by status
$TOTAL = ([regex]::Matches($content, "### Phase")).Count
$COMPLETE = ([regex]::Matches($content, "\*\*Status:\*\* complete")).Count
$IN_PROGRESS = ([regex]::Matches($content, "\*\*Status:\*\* in_progress")).Count
$PENDING = ([regex]::Matches($content, "\*\*Status:\*\* pending")).Count
Write-Host "Total phases: $TOTAL"
Write-Host "Complete: $COMPLETE"
Write-Host "In progress: $IN_PROGRESS"
Write-Host "Pending: $PENDING"
Write-Host ""
# Check completion
if ($COMPLETE -eq $TOTAL -and $TOTAL -gt 0) {
Write-Host "ALL PHASES COMPLETE"
exit 0
} else {
Write-Host "TASK NOT COMPLETE"
Write-Host ""
Write-Host "Do not stop until all phases are complete."
exit 1
}
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#!/bin/bash
# Check if all phases in task_plan.md are complete
# Exit 0 if complete, exit 1 if incomplete
# Used by Stop hook to verify task completion
PLAN_FILE="${1:-task_plan.md}"
if [ ! -f "$PLAN_FILE" ]; then
echo "ERROR: $PLAN_FILE not found"
echo "Cannot verify completion without a task plan."
exit 1
fi
echo "=== Task Completion Check ==="
echo ""
# Count phases by status (using -F for fixed string matching)
TOTAL=$(grep -c "### Phase" "$PLAN_FILE" || true)
COMPLETE=$(grep -cF "**Status:** complete" "$PLAN_FILE" || true)
IN_PROGRESS=$(grep -cF "**Status:** in_progress" "$PLAN_FILE" || true)
PENDING=$(grep -cF "**Status:** pending" "$PLAN_FILE" || true)
# Default to 0 if empty
: "${TOTAL:=0}"
: "${COMPLETE:=0}"
: "${IN_PROGRESS:=0}"
: "${PENDING:=0}"
echo "Total phases: $TOTAL"
echo "Complete: $COMPLETE"
echo "In progress: $IN_PROGRESS"
echo "Pending: $PENDING"
echo ""
# Check completion
if [ "$COMPLETE" -eq "$TOTAL" ] && [ "$TOTAL" -gt 0 ]; then
echo "ALL PHASES COMPLETE"
exit 0
else
echo "TASK NOT COMPLETE"
echo ""
echo "Do not stop until all phases are complete."
exit 1
fi
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# Initialize planning files for a new session
# Usage: .\init-session.ps1 [project-name]
param(
[string]$ProjectName = "project"
)
$DATE = Get-Date -Format "yyyy-MM-dd"
Write-Host "Initializing planning files for: $ProjectName"
# Create task_plan.md if it doesn't exist
if (-not (Test-Path "task_plan.md")) {
@"
# Task Plan: [Brief Description]
## Goal
[One sentence describing the end state]
## Current Phase
Phase 1
## Phases
### Phase 1: Requirements & Discovery
- [ ] Understand user intent
- [ ] Identify constraints
- [ ] Document in findings.md
- **Status:** in_progress
### Phase 2: Planning & Structure
- [ ] Define approach
- [ ] Create project structure
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 3: Implementation
- [ ] Execute the plan
- [ ] Write to files before executing
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 4: Testing & Verification
- [ ] Verify requirements met
- [ ] Document test results
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 5: Delivery
- [ ] Review outputs
- [ ] Deliver to user
- **Status:** pending
## Decisions Made
| Decision | Rationale |
|----------|-----------|
## Errors Encountered
| Error | Resolution |
|-------|------------|
"@ | Out-File -FilePath "task_plan.md" -Encoding UTF8
Write-Host "Created task_plan.md"
} else {
Write-Host "task_plan.md already exists, skipping"
}
# Create findings.md if it doesn't exist
if (-not (Test-Path "findings.md")) {
@"
# Findings & Decisions
## Requirements
-
## Research Findings
-
## Technical Decisions
| Decision | Rationale |
|----------|-----------|
## Issues Encountered
| Issue | Resolution |
|-------|------------|
## Resources
-
"@ | Out-File -FilePath "findings.md" -Encoding UTF8
Write-Host "Created findings.md"
} else {
Write-Host "findings.md already exists, skipping"
}
# Create progress.md if it doesn't exist
if (-not (Test-Path "progress.md")) {
@"
# Progress Log
## Session: $DATE
### Current Status
- **Phase:** 1 - Requirements & Discovery
- **Started:** $DATE
### Actions Taken
-
### Test Results
| Test | Expected | Actual | Status |
|------|----------|--------|--------|
### Errors
| Error | Resolution |
|-------|------------|
"@ | Out-File -FilePath "progress.md" -Encoding UTF8
Write-Host "Created progress.md"
} else {
Write-Host "progress.md already exists, skipping"
}
Write-Host ""
Write-Host "Planning files initialized!"
Write-Host "Files: task_plan.md, findings.md, progress.md"
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#!/bin/bash
# Initialize planning files for a new session
# Usage: ./init-session.sh [project-name]
set -e
PROJECT_NAME="${1:-project}"
DATE=$(date +%Y-%m-%d)
echo "Initializing planning files for: $PROJECT_NAME"
# Create task_plan.md if it doesn't exist
if [ ! -f "task_plan.md" ]; then
cat > task_plan.md << 'EOF'
# Task Plan: [Brief Description]
## Goal
[One sentence describing the end state]
## Current Phase
Phase 1
## Phases
### Phase 1: Requirements & Discovery
- [ ] Understand user intent
- [ ] Identify constraints
- [ ] Document in findings.md
- **Status:** in_progress
### Phase 2: Planning & Structure
- [ ] Define approach
- [ ] Create project structure
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 3: Implementation
- [ ] Execute the plan
- [ ] Write to files before executing
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 4: Testing & Verification
- [ ] Verify requirements met
- [ ] Document test results
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 5: Delivery
- [ ] Review outputs
- [ ] Deliver to user
- **Status:** pending
## Decisions Made
| Decision | Rationale |
|----------|-----------|
## Errors Encountered
| Error | Resolution |
|-------|------------|
EOF
echo "Created task_plan.md"
else
echo "task_plan.md already exists, skipping"
fi
# Create findings.md if it doesn't exist
if [ ! -f "findings.md" ]; then
cat > findings.md << 'EOF'
# Findings & Decisions
## Requirements
-
## Research Findings
-
## Technical Decisions
| Decision | Rationale |
|----------|-----------|
## Issues Encountered
| Issue | Resolution |
|-------|------------|
## Resources
-
EOF
echo "Created findings.md"
else
echo "findings.md already exists, skipping"
fi
# Create progress.md if it doesn't exist
if [ ! -f "progress.md" ]; then
cat > progress.md << EOF
# Progress Log
## Session: $DATE
### Current Status
- **Phase:** 1 - Requirements & Discovery
- **Started:** $DATE
### Actions Taken
-
### Test Results
| Test | Expected | Actual | Status |
|------|----------|--------|--------|
### Errors
| Error | Resolution |
|-------|------------|
EOF
echo "Created progress.md"
else
echo "progress.md already exists, skipping"
fi
echo ""
echo "Planning files initialized!"
echo "Files: task_plan.md, findings.md, progress.md"
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# Findings & Decisions
<!--
WHAT: Your knowledge base for the task. Stores everything you discover and decide.
WHY: Context windows are limited. This file is your "external memory" - persistent and unlimited.
WHEN: Update after ANY discovery, especially after 2 view/browser/search operations (2-Action Rule).
-->
## Requirements
<!--
WHAT: What the user asked for, broken down into specific requirements.
WHY: Keeps requirements visible so you don't forget what you're building.
WHEN: Fill this in during Phase 1 (Requirements & Discovery).
EXAMPLE:
- Command-line interface
- Add tasks
- List all tasks
- Delete tasks
- Python implementation
-->
<!-- Captured from user request -->
-
## Research Findings
<!--
WHAT: Key discoveries from web searches, documentation reading, or exploration.
WHY: Multimodal content (images, browser results) doesn't persist. Write it down immediately.
WHEN: After EVERY 2 view/browser/search operations, update this section (2-Action Rule).
EXAMPLE:
- Python's argparse module supports subcommands for clean CLI design
- JSON module handles file persistence easily
- Standard pattern: python script.py <command> [args]
-->
<!-- Key discoveries during exploration -->
-
## Technical Decisions
<!--
WHAT: Architecture and implementation choices you've made, with reasoning.
WHY: You'll forget why you chose a technology or approach. This table preserves that knowledge.
WHEN: Update whenever you make a significant technical choice.
EXAMPLE:
| Use JSON for storage | Simple, human-readable, built-in Python support |
| argparse with subcommands | Clean CLI: python todo.py add "task" |
-->
<!-- Decisions made with rationale -->
| Decision | Rationale |
|----------|-----------|
| | |
## Issues Encountered
<!--
WHAT: Problems you ran into and how you solved them.
WHY: Similar to errors in task_plan.md, but focused on broader issues (not just code errors).
WHEN: Document when you encounter blockers or unexpected challenges.
EXAMPLE:
| Empty file causes JSONDecodeError | Added explicit empty file check before json.load() |
-->
<!-- Errors and how they were resolved -->
| Issue | Resolution |
|-------|------------|
| | |
## Resources
<!--
WHAT: URLs, file paths, API references, documentation links you've found useful.
WHY: Easy reference for later. Don't lose important links in context.
WHEN: Add as you discover useful resources.
EXAMPLE:
- Python argparse docs: https://docs.python.org/3/library/argparse.html
- Project structure: src/main.py, src/utils.py
-->
<!-- URLs, file paths, API references -->
-
## Visual/Browser Findings
<!--
WHAT: Information you learned from viewing images, PDFs, or browser results.
WHY: CRITICAL - Visual/multimodal content doesn't persist in context. Must be captured as text.
WHEN: IMMEDIATELY after viewing images or browser results. Don't wait!
EXAMPLE:
- Screenshot shows login form has email and password fields
- Browser shows API returns JSON with "status" and "data" keys
-->
<!-- CRITICAL: Update after every 2 view/browser operations -->
<!-- Multimodal content must be captured as text immediately -->
-
---
<!--
REMINDER: The 2-Action Rule
After every 2 view/browser/search operations, you MUST update this file.
This prevents visual information from being lost when context resets.
-->
*Update this file after every 2 view/browser/search operations*
*This prevents visual information from being lost*
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# Progress Log
<!--
WHAT: Your session log - a chronological record of what you did, when, and what happened.
WHY: Answers "What have I done?" in the 5-Question Reboot Test. Helps you resume after breaks.
WHEN: Update after completing each phase or encountering errors. More detailed than task_plan.md.
-->
## Session: [DATE]
<!--
WHAT: The date of this work session.
WHY: Helps track when work happened, useful for resuming after time gaps.
EXAMPLE: 2026-01-15
-->
### Phase 1: [Title]
<!--
WHAT: Detailed log of actions taken during this phase.
WHY: Provides context for what was done, making it easier to resume or debug.
WHEN: Update as you work through the phase, or at least when you complete it.
-->
- **Status:** in_progress
- **Started:** [timestamp]
<!--
STATUS: Same as task_plan.md (pending, in_progress, complete)
TIMESTAMP: When you started this phase (e.g., "2026-01-15 10:00")
-->
- Actions taken:
<!--
WHAT: List of specific actions you performed.
EXAMPLE:
- Created todo.py with basic structure
- Implemented add functionality
- Fixed FileNotFoundError
-->
-
- Files created/modified:
<!--
WHAT: Which files you created or changed.
WHY: Quick reference for what was touched. Helps with debugging and review.
EXAMPLE:
- todo.py (created)
- todos.json (created by app)
- task_plan.md (updated)
-->
-
### Phase 2: [Title]
<!--
WHAT: Same structure as Phase 1, for the next phase.
WHY: Keep a separate log entry for each phase to track progress clearly.
-->
- **Status:** pending
- Actions taken:
-
- Files created/modified:
-
## Test Results
<!--
WHAT: Table of tests you ran, what you expected, what actually happened.
WHY: Documents verification of functionality. Helps catch regressions.
WHEN: Update as you test features, especially during Phase 4 (Testing & Verification).
EXAMPLE:
| Add task | python todo.py add "Buy milk" | Task added | Task added successfully | ✓ |
| List tasks | python todo.py list | Shows all tasks | Shows all tasks | ✓ |
-->
| Test | Input | Expected | Actual | Status |
|------|-------|----------|--------|--------|
| | | | | |
## Error Log
<!--
WHAT: Detailed log of every error encountered, with timestamps and resolution attempts.
WHY: More detailed than task_plan.md's error table. Helps you learn from mistakes.
WHEN: Add immediately when an error occurs, even if you fix it quickly.
EXAMPLE:
| 2026-01-15 10:35 | FileNotFoundError | 1 | Added file existence check |
| 2026-01-15 10:37 | JSONDecodeError | 2 | Added empty file handling |
-->
<!-- Keep ALL errors - they help avoid repetition -->
| Timestamp | Error | Attempt | Resolution |
|-----------|-------|---------|------------|
| | | 1 | |
## 5-Question Reboot Check
<!--
WHAT: Five questions that verify your context is solid. If you can answer these, you're on track.
WHY: This is the "reboot test" - if you can answer all 5, you can resume work effectively.
WHEN: Update periodically, especially when resuming after a break or context reset.
THE 5 QUESTIONS:
1. Where am I? → Current phase in task_plan.md
2. Where am I going? → Remaining phases
3. What's the goal? → Goal statement in task_plan.md
4. What have I learned? → See findings.md
5. What have I done? → See progress.md (this file)
-->
<!-- If you can answer these, context is solid -->
| Question | Answer |
|----------|--------|
| Where am I? | Phase X |
| Where am I going? | Remaining phases |
| What's the goal? | [goal statement] |
| What have I learned? | See findings.md |
| What have I done? | See above |
---
<!--
REMINDER:
- Update after completing each phase or encountering errors
- Be detailed - this is your "what happened" log
- Include timestamps for errors to track when issues occurred
-->
*Update after completing each phase or encountering errors*
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# Task Plan: [Brief Description]
<!--
WHAT: This is your roadmap for the entire task. Think of it as your "working memory on disk."
WHY: After 50+ tool calls, your original goals can get forgotten. This file keeps them fresh.
WHEN: Create this FIRST, before starting any work. Update after each phase completes.
-->
## Goal
<!--
WHAT: One clear sentence describing what you're trying to achieve.
WHY: This is your north star. Re-reading this keeps you focused on the end state.
EXAMPLE: "Create a Python CLI todo app with add, list, and delete functionality."
-->
[One sentence describing the end state]
## Current Phase
<!--
WHAT: Which phase you're currently working on (e.g., "Phase 1", "Phase 3").
WHY: Quick reference for where you are in the task. Update this as you progress.
-->
Phase 1
## Phases
<!--
WHAT: Break your task into 3-7 logical phases. Each phase should be completable.
WHY: Breaking work into phases prevents overwhelm and makes progress visible.
WHEN: Update status after completing each phase: pending → in_progress → complete
-->
### Phase 1: Requirements & Discovery
<!--
WHAT: Understand what needs to be done and gather initial information.
WHY: Starting without understanding leads to wasted effort. This phase prevents that.
-->
- [ ] Understand user intent
- [ ] Identify constraints and requirements
- [ ] Document findings in findings.md
- **Status:** in_progress
<!--
STATUS VALUES:
- pending: Not started yet
- in_progress: Currently working on this
- complete: Finished this phase
-->
### Phase 2: Planning & Structure
<!--
WHAT: Decide how you'll approach the problem and what structure you'll use.
WHY: Good planning prevents rework. Document decisions so you remember why you chose them.
-->
- [ ] Define technical approach
- [ ] Create project structure if needed
- [ ] Document decisions with rationale
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 3: Implementation
<!--
WHAT: Actually build/create/write the solution.
WHY: This is where the work happens. Break into smaller sub-tasks if needed.
-->
- [ ] Execute the plan step by step
- [ ] Write code to files before executing
- [ ] Test incrementally
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 4: Testing & Verification
<!--
WHAT: Verify everything works and meets requirements.
WHY: Catching issues early saves time. Document test results in progress.md.
-->
- [ ] Verify all requirements met
- [ ] Document test results in progress.md
- [ ] Fix any issues found
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 5: Delivery
<!--
WHAT: Final review and handoff to user.
WHY: Ensures nothing is forgotten and deliverables are complete.
-->
- [ ] Review all output files
- [ ] Ensure deliverables are complete
- [ ] Deliver to user
- **Status:** pending
## Key Questions
<!--
WHAT: Important questions you need to answer during the task.
WHY: These guide your research and decision-making. Answer them as you go.
EXAMPLE:
1. Should tasks persist between sessions? (Yes - need file storage)
2. What format for storing tasks? (JSON file)
-->
1. [Question to answer]
2. [Question to answer]
## Decisions Made
<!--
WHAT: Technical and design decisions you've made, with the reasoning behind them.
WHY: You'll forget why you made choices. This table helps you remember and justify decisions.
WHEN: Update whenever you make a significant choice (technology, approach, structure).
EXAMPLE:
| Use JSON for storage | Simple, human-readable, built-in Python support |
-->
| Decision | Rationale |
|----------|-----------|
| | |
## Errors Encountered
<!--
WHAT: Every error you encounter, what attempt number it was, and how you resolved it.
WHY: Logging errors prevents repeating the same mistakes. This is critical for learning.
WHEN: Add immediately when an error occurs, even if you fix it quickly.
EXAMPLE:
| FileNotFoundError | 1 | Check if file exists, create empty list if not |
| JSONDecodeError | 2 | Handle empty file case explicitly |
-->
| Error | Attempt | Resolution |
|-------|---------|------------|
| | 1 | |
## Notes
<!--
REMINDERS:
- Update phase status as you progress: pending → in_progress → complete
- Re-read this plan before major decisions (attention manipulation)
- Log ALL errors - they help avoid repetition
- Never repeat a failed action - mutate your approach instead
-->
- Update phase status as you progress: pending → in_progress → complete
- Re-read this plan before major decisions (attention manipulation)
- Log ALL errors - they help avoid repetition
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---
name: planning-with-files
version: "2.10.0"
description: Implements Manus-style file-based planning for complex tasks. Creates task_plan.md, findings.md, and progress.md. Use when starting complex multi-step tasks, research projects, or any task requiring >5 tool calls. Now with automatic session recovery after /clear.
user-invocable: true
allowed-tools:
- Read
- Write
- Edit
- Bash
- Glob
- Grep
- WebFetch
- WebSearch
hooks:
PreToolUse:
- matcher: "Write|Edit|Bash|Read|Glob|Grep"
hooks:
- type: command
command: "cat task_plan.md 2>/dev/null | head -30 || true"
PostToolUse:
- matcher: "Write|Edit"
hooks:
- type: command
command: "echo '[planning-with-files] File updated. If this completes a phase, update task_plan.md status.'"
Stop:
- hooks:
- type: command
command: |
SCRIPT_DIR="${CLAUDE_PLUGIN_ROOT:-$HOME/.claude/plugins/planning-with-files}/scripts"
IS_WINDOWS=0
if [ "${OS-}" = "Windows_NT" ]; then
IS_WINDOWS=1
else
UNAME_S="$(uname -s 2>/dev/null || echo '')"
case "$UNAME_S" in
CYGWIN*|MINGW*|MSYS*) IS_WINDOWS=1 ;;
esac
fi
if [ "$IS_WINDOWS" -eq 1 ]; then
if command -v pwsh >/dev/null 2>&1; then
pwsh -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.ps1" 2>/dev/null ||
powershell -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.ps1" 2>/dev/null ||
sh "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.sh"
else
powershell -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.ps1" 2>/dev/null ||
sh "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.sh"
fi
else
sh "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.sh"
fi
---
# Planning with Files
Work like Manus: Use persistent markdown files as your "working memory on disk."
## FIRST: Check for Previous Session (v2.2.0)
**Before starting work**, check for unsynced context from a previous session:
```bash
# Linux/macOS (auto-detects python3 or python)
$(command -v python3 || command -v python) ${CLAUDE_PLUGIN_ROOT}/scripts/session-catchup.py "$(pwd)"
```
```powershell
# Windows PowerShell
python "$env:USERPROFILE\.codebuddy\skills\planning-with-files\scripts\session-catchup.py" (Get-Location)
```
If catchup report shows unsynced context:
1. Run `git diff --stat` to see actual code changes
2. Read current planning files
3. Update planning files based on catchup + git diff
4. Then proceed with task
## Important: Where Files Go
- **Templates** are in `${CLAUDE_PLUGIN_ROOT}/templates/`
- **Your planning files** go in **your project directory**
| Location | What Goes There |
|----------|-----------------|
| Skill directory (`${CLAUDE_PLUGIN_ROOT}/`) | Templates, scripts, reference docs |
| Your project directory | `task_plan.md`, `findings.md`, `progress.md` |
## Quick Start
Before ANY complex task:
1. **Create `task_plan.md`** — Use [templates/task_plan.md](templates/task_plan.md) as reference
2. **Create `findings.md`** — Use [templates/findings.md](templates/findings.md) as reference
3. **Create `progress.md`** — Use [templates/progress.md](templates/progress.md) as reference
4. **Re-read plan before decisions** — Refreshes goals in attention window
5. **Update after each phase** — Mark complete, log errors
> **Note:** Planning files go in your project root, not the skill installation folder.
## The Core Pattern
```
Context Window = RAM (volatile, limited)
Filesystem = Disk (persistent, unlimited)
→ Anything important gets written to disk.
```
## File Purposes
| File | Purpose | When to Update |
|------|---------|----------------|
| `task_plan.md` | Phases, progress, decisions | After each phase |
| `findings.md` | Research, discoveries | After ANY discovery |
| `progress.md` | Session log, test results | Throughout session |
## Critical Rules
### 1. Create Plan First
Never start a complex task without `task_plan.md`. Non-negotiable.
### 2. The 2-Action Rule
> "After every 2 view/browser/search operations, IMMEDIATELY save key findings to text files."
This prevents visual/multimodal information from being lost.
### 3. Read Before Decide
Before major decisions, read the plan file. This keeps goals in your attention window.
### 4. Update After Act
After completing any phase:
- Mark phase status: `in_progress` → `complete`
- Log any errors encountered
- Note files created/modified
### 5. Log ALL Errors
Every error goes in the plan file. This builds knowledge and prevents repetition.
```markdown
## Errors Encountered
| Error | Attempt | Resolution |
|-------|---------|------------|
| FileNotFoundError | 1 | Created default config |
| API timeout | 2 | Added retry logic |
```
### 6. Never Repeat Failures
```
if action_failed:
next_action != same_action
```
Track what you tried. Mutate the approach.
## The 3-Strike Error Protocol
```
ATTEMPT 1: Diagnose & Fix
→ Read error carefully
→ Identify root cause
→ Apply targeted fix
ATTEMPT 2: Alternative Approach
→ Same error? Try different method
→ Different tool? Different library?
→ NEVER repeat exact same failing action
ATTEMPT 3: Broader Rethink
→ Question assumptions
→ Search for solutions
→ Consider updating the plan
AFTER 3 FAILURES: Escalate to User
→ Explain what you tried
→ Share the specific error
→ Ask for guidance
```
## Read vs Write Decision Matrix
| Situation | Action | Reason |
|-----------|--------|--------|
| Just wrote a file | DON'T read | Content still in context |
| Viewed image/PDF | Write findings NOW | Multimodal → text before lost |
| Browser returned data | Write to file | Screenshots don't persist |
| Starting new phase | Read plan/findings | Re-orient if context stale |
| Error occurred | Read relevant file | Need current state to fix |
| Resuming after gap | Read all planning files | Recover state |
## The 5-Question Reboot Test
If you can answer these, your context management is solid:
| Question | Answer Source |
|----------|---------------|
| Where am I? | Current phase in task_plan.md |
| Where am I going? | Remaining phases |
| What's the goal? | Goal statement in plan |
| What have I learned? | findings.md |
| What have I done? | progress.md |
## When to Use This Pattern
**Use for:**
- Multi-step tasks (3+ steps)
- Research tasks
- Building/creating projects
- Tasks spanning many tool calls
- Anything requiring organization
**Skip for:**
- Simple questions
- Single-file edits
- Quick lookups
## Templates
Copy these templates to start:
- [templates/task_plan.md](templates/task_plan.md) — Phase tracking
- [templates/findings.md](templates/findings.md) — Research storage
- [templates/progress.md](templates/progress.md) — Session logging
## Scripts
Helper scripts for automation:
- `scripts/init-session.sh` — Initialize all planning files
- `scripts/check-complete.sh` — Verify all phases complete
- `scripts/session-catchup.py` — Recover context from previous session (v2.2.0)
## Advanced Topics
- **Manus Principles:** See [reference.md](reference.md)
- **Real Examples:** See [examples.md](examples.md)
## Anti-Patterns
| Don't | Do Instead |
|-------|------------|
| Use TodoWrite for persistence | Create task_plan.md file |
| State goals once and forget | Re-read plan before decisions |
| Hide errors and retry silently | Log errors to plan file |
| Stuff everything in context | Store large content in files |
| Start executing immediately | Create plan file FIRST |
| Repeat failed actions | Track attempts, mutate approach |
| Create files in skill directory | Create files in your project |
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# Findings & Decisions
<!--
WHAT: Your knowledge base for the task. Stores everything you discover and decide.
WHY: Context windows are limited. This file is your "external memory" - persistent and unlimited.
WHEN: Update after ANY discovery, especially after 2 view/browser/search operations (2-Action Rule).
-->
## Requirements
<!--
WHAT: What the user asked for, broken down into specific requirements.
WHY: Keeps requirements visible so you don't forget what you're building.
WHEN: Fill this in during Phase 1 (Requirements & Discovery).
EXAMPLE:
- Command-line interface
- Add tasks
- List all tasks
- Delete tasks
- Python implementation
-->
<!-- Captured from user request -->
-
## Research Findings
<!--
WHAT: Key discoveries from web searches, documentation reading, or exploration.
WHY: Multimodal content (images, browser results) doesn't persist. Write it down immediately.
WHEN: After EVERY 2 view/browser/search operations, update this section (2-Action Rule).
EXAMPLE:
- Python's argparse module supports subcommands for clean CLI design
- JSON module handles file persistence easily
- Standard pattern: python script.py <command> [args]
-->
<!-- Key discoveries during exploration -->
-
## Technical Decisions
<!--
WHAT: Architecture and implementation choices you've made, with reasoning.
WHY: You'll forget why you chose a technology or approach. This table preserves that knowledge.
WHEN: Update whenever you make a significant technical choice.
EXAMPLE:
| Use JSON for storage | Simple, human-readable, built-in Python support |
| argparse with subcommands | Clean CLI: python todo.py add "task" |
-->
<!-- Decisions made with rationale -->
| Decision | Rationale |
|----------|-----------|
| | |
## Issues Encountered
<!--
WHAT: Problems you ran into and how you solved them.
WHY: Similar to errors in task_plan.md, but focused on broader issues (not just code errors).
WHEN: Document when you encounter blockers or unexpected challenges.
EXAMPLE:
| Empty file causes JSONDecodeError | Added explicit empty file check before json.load() |
-->
<!-- Errors and how they were resolved -->
| Issue | Resolution |
|-------|------------|
| | |
## Resources
<!--
WHAT: URLs, file paths, API references, documentation links you've found useful.
WHY: Easy reference for later. Don't lose important links in context.
WHEN: Add as you discover useful resources.
EXAMPLE:
- Python argparse docs: https://docs.python.org/3/library/argparse.html
- Project structure: src/main.py, src/utils.py
-->
<!-- URLs, file paths, API references -->
-
## Visual/Browser Findings
<!--
WHAT: Information you learned from viewing images, PDFs, or browser results.
WHY: CRITICAL - Visual/multimodal content doesn't persist in context. Must be captured as text.
WHEN: IMMEDIATELY after viewing images or browser results. Don't wait!
EXAMPLE:
- Screenshot shows login form has email and password fields
- Browser shows API returns JSON with "status" and "data" keys
-->
<!-- CRITICAL: Update after every 2 view/browser operations -->
<!-- Multimodal content must be captured as text immediately -->
-
---
<!--
REMINDER: The 2-Action Rule
After every 2 view/browser/search operations, you MUST update this file.
This prevents visual information from being lost when context resets.
-->
*Update this file after every 2 view/browser/search operations*
*This prevents visual information from being lost*
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# Progress Log
<!--
WHAT: Your session log - a chronological record of what you did, when, and what happened.
WHY: Answers "What have I done?" in the 5-Question Reboot Test. Helps you resume after breaks.
WHEN: Update after completing each phase or encountering errors. More detailed than task_plan.md.
-->
## Session: [DATE]
<!--
WHAT: The date of this work session.
WHY: Helps track when work happened, useful for resuming after time gaps.
EXAMPLE: 2026-01-15
-->
### Phase 1: [Title]
<!--
WHAT: Detailed log of actions taken during this phase.
WHY: Provides context for what was done, making it easier to resume or debug.
WHEN: Update as you work through the phase, or at least when you complete it.
-->
- **Status:** in_progress
- **Started:** [timestamp]
<!--
STATUS: Same as task_plan.md (pending, in_progress, complete)
TIMESTAMP: When you started this phase (e.g., "2026-01-15 10:00")
-->
- Actions taken:
<!--
WHAT: List of specific actions you performed.
EXAMPLE:
- Created todo.py with basic structure
- Implemented add functionality
- Fixed FileNotFoundError
-->
-
- Files created/modified:
<!--
WHAT: Which files you created or changed.
WHY: Quick reference for what was touched. Helps with debugging and review.
EXAMPLE:
- todo.py (created)
- todos.json (created by app)
- task_plan.md (updated)
-->
-
### Phase 2: [Title]
<!--
WHAT: Same structure as Phase 1, for the next phase.
WHY: Keep a separate log entry for each phase to track progress clearly.
-->
- **Status:** pending
- Actions taken:
-
- Files created/modified:
-
## Test Results
<!--
WHAT: Table of tests you ran, what you expected, what actually happened.
WHY: Documents verification of functionality. Helps catch regressions.
WHEN: Update as you test features, especially during Phase 4 (Testing & Verification).
EXAMPLE:
| Add task | python todo.py add "Buy milk" | Task added | Task added successfully | ✓ |
| List tasks | python todo.py list | Shows all tasks | Shows all tasks | ✓ |
-->
| Test | Input | Expected | Actual | Status |
|------|-------|----------|--------|--------|
| | | | | |
## Error Log
<!--
WHAT: Detailed log of every error encountered, with timestamps and resolution attempts.
WHY: More detailed than task_plan.md's error table. Helps you learn from mistakes.
WHEN: Add immediately when an error occurs, even if you fix it quickly.
EXAMPLE:
| 2026-01-15 10:35 | FileNotFoundError | 1 | Added file existence check |
| 2026-01-15 10:37 | JSONDecodeError | 2 | Added empty file handling |
-->
<!-- Keep ALL errors - they help avoid repetition -->
| Timestamp | Error | Attempt | Resolution |
|-----------|-------|---------|------------|
| | | 1 | |
## 5-Question Reboot Check
<!--
WHAT: Five questions that verify your context is solid. If you can answer these, you're on track.
WHY: This is the "reboot test" - if you can answer all 5, you can resume work effectively.
WHEN: Update periodically, especially when resuming after a break or context reset.
THE 5 QUESTIONS:
1. Where am I? → Current phase in task_plan.md
2. Where am I going? → Remaining phases
3. What's the goal? → Goal statement in task_plan.md
4. What have I learned? → See findings.md
5. What have I done? → See progress.md (this file)
-->
<!-- If you can answer these, context is solid -->
| Question | Answer |
|----------|--------|
| Where am I? | Phase X |
| Where am I going? | Remaining phases |
| What's the goal? | [goal statement] |
| What have I learned? | See findings.md |
| What have I done? | See above |
---
<!--
REMINDER:
- Update after completing each phase or encountering errors
- Be detailed - this is your "what happened" log
- Include timestamps for errors to track when issues occurred
-->
*Update after completing each phase or encountering errors*
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# Task Plan: [Brief Description]
<!--
WHAT: This is your roadmap for the entire task. Think of it as your "working memory on disk."
WHY: After 50+ tool calls, your original goals can get forgotten. This file keeps them fresh.
WHEN: Create this FIRST, before starting any work. Update after each phase completes.
-->
## Goal
<!--
WHAT: One clear sentence describing what you're trying to achieve.
WHY: This is your north star. Re-reading this keeps you focused on the end state.
EXAMPLE: "Create a Python CLI todo app with add, list, and delete functionality."
-->
[One sentence describing the end state]
## Current Phase
<!--
WHAT: Which phase you're currently working on (e.g., "Phase 1", "Phase 3").
WHY: Quick reference for where you are in the task. Update this as you progress.
-->
Phase 1
## Phases
<!--
WHAT: Break your task into 3-7 logical phases. Each phase should be completable.
WHY: Breaking work into phases prevents overwhelm and makes progress visible.
WHEN: Update status after completing each phase: pending → in_progress → complete
-->
### Phase 1: Requirements & Discovery
<!--
WHAT: Understand what needs to be done and gather initial information.
WHY: Starting without understanding leads to wasted effort. This phase prevents that.
-->
- [ ] Understand user intent
- [ ] Identify constraints and requirements
- [ ] Document findings in findings.md
- **Status:** in_progress
<!--
STATUS VALUES:
- pending: Not started yet
- in_progress: Currently working on this
- complete: Finished this phase
-->
### Phase 2: Planning & Structure
<!--
WHAT: Decide how you'll approach the problem and what structure you'll use.
WHY: Good planning prevents rework. Document decisions so you remember why you chose them.
-->
- [ ] Define technical approach
- [ ] Create project structure if needed
- [ ] Document decisions with rationale
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 3: Implementation
<!--
WHAT: Actually build/create/write the solution.
WHY: This is where the work happens. Break into smaller sub-tasks if needed.
-->
- [ ] Execute the plan step by step
- [ ] Write code to files before executing
- [ ] Test incrementally
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 4: Testing & Verification
<!--
WHAT: Verify everything works and meets requirements.
WHY: Catching issues early saves time. Document test results in progress.md.
-->
- [ ] Verify all requirements met
- [ ] Document test results in progress.md
- [ ] Fix any issues found
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 5: Delivery
<!--
WHAT: Final review and handoff to user.
WHY: Ensures nothing is forgotten and deliverables are complete.
-->
- [ ] Review all output files
- [ ] Ensure deliverables are complete
- [ ] Deliver to user
- **Status:** pending
## Key Questions
<!--
WHAT: Important questions you need to answer during the task.
WHY: These guide your research and decision-making. Answer them as you go.
EXAMPLE:
1. Should tasks persist between sessions? (Yes - need file storage)
2. What format for storing tasks? (JSON file)
-->
1. [Question to answer]
2. [Question to answer]
## Decisions Made
<!--
WHAT: Technical and design decisions you've made, with the reasoning behind them.
WHY: You'll forget why you made choices. This table helps you remember and justify decisions.
WHEN: Update whenever you make a significant choice (technology, approach, structure).
EXAMPLE:
| Use JSON for storage | Simple, human-readable, built-in Python support |
-->
| Decision | Rationale |
|----------|-----------|
| | |
## Errors Encountered
<!--
WHAT: Every error you encounter, what attempt number it was, and how you resolved it.
WHY: Logging errors prevents repeating the same mistakes. This is critical for learning.
WHEN: Add immediately when an error occurs, even if you fix it quickly.
EXAMPLE:
| FileNotFoundError | 1 | Check if file exists, create empty list if not |
| JSONDecodeError | 2 | Handle empty file case explicitly |
-->
| Error | Attempt | Resolution |
|-------|---------|------------|
| | 1 | |
## Notes
<!--
REMINDERS:
- Update phase status as you progress: pending → in_progress → complete
- Re-read this plan before major decisions (attention manipulation)
- Log ALL errors - they help avoid repetition
- Never repeat a failed action - mutate your approach instead
-->
- Update phase status as you progress: pending → in_progress → complete
- Re-read this plan before major decisions (attention manipulation)
- Log ALL errors - they help avoid repetition
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# Examples: Planning with Files in Action
## Example 1: Research Task
**User Request:** "Research the benefits of morning exercise and write a summary"
### Loop 1: Create Plan
```bash
Write task_plan.md
```
```markdown
# Task Plan: Morning Exercise Benefits Research
## Goal
Create a research summary on the benefits of morning exercise.
## Phases
- [ ] Phase 1: Create this plan ✓
- [ ] Phase 2: Search and gather sources
- [ ] Phase 3: Synthesize findings
- [ ] Phase 4: Deliver summary
## Key Questions
1. What are the physical health benefits?
2. What are the mental health benefits?
3. What scientific studies support this?
## Status
**Currently in Phase 1** - Creating plan
```
### Loop 2: Research
```bash
Read task_plan.md # Refresh goals
WebSearch "morning exercise benefits"
Write notes.md # Store findings
Edit task_plan.md # Mark Phase 2 complete
```
### Loop 3: Synthesize
```bash
Read task_plan.md # Refresh goals
Read notes.md # Get findings
Write morning_exercise_summary.md
Edit task_plan.md # Mark Phase 3 complete
```
### Loop 4: Deliver
```bash
Read task_plan.md # Verify complete
Deliver morning_exercise_summary.md
```
---
## Example 2: Bug Fix Task
**User Request:** "Fix the login bug in the authentication module"
### task_plan.md
```markdown
# Task Plan: Fix Login Bug
## Goal
Identify and fix the bug preventing successful login.
## Phases
- [x] Phase 1: Understand the bug report ✓
- [x] Phase 2: Locate relevant code ✓
- [ ] Phase 3: Identify root cause (CURRENT)
- [ ] Phase 4: Implement fix
- [ ] Phase 5: Test and verify
## Key Questions
1. What error message appears?
2. Which file handles authentication?
3. What changed recently?
## Decisions Made
- Auth handler is in src/auth/login.ts
- Error occurs in validateToken() function
## Errors Encountered
- [Initial] TypeError: Cannot read property 'token' of undefined
→ Root cause: user object not awaited properly
## Status
**Currently in Phase 3** - Found root cause, preparing fix
```
---
## Example 3: Feature Development
**User Request:** "Add a dark mode toggle to the settings page"
### The 3-File Pattern in Action
**task_plan.md:**
```markdown
# Task Plan: Dark Mode Toggle
## Goal
Add functional dark mode toggle to settings.
## Phases
- [x] Phase 1: Research existing theme system ✓
- [x] Phase 2: Design implementation approach ✓
- [ ] Phase 3: Implement toggle component (CURRENT)
- [ ] Phase 4: Add theme switching logic
- [ ] Phase 5: Test and polish
## Decisions Made
- Using CSS custom properties for theme
- Storing preference in localStorage
- Toggle component in SettingsPage.tsx
## Status
**Currently in Phase 3** - Building toggle component
```
**notes.md:**
```markdown
# Notes: Dark Mode Implementation
## Existing Theme System
- Located in: src/styles/theme.ts
- Uses: CSS custom properties
- Current themes: light only
## Files to Modify
1. src/styles/theme.ts - Add dark theme colors
2. src/components/SettingsPage.tsx - Add toggle
3. src/hooks/useTheme.ts - Create new hook
4. src/App.tsx - Wrap with ThemeProvider
## Color Decisions
- Dark background: #1a1a2e
- Dark surface: #16213e
- Dark text: #eaeaea
```
**dark_mode_implementation.md:** (deliverable)
```markdown
# Dark Mode Implementation
## Changes Made
### 1. Added dark theme colors
File: src/styles/theme.ts
...
### 2. Created useTheme hook
File: src/hooks/useTheme.ts
...
```
---
## Example 4: Error Recovery Pattern
When something fails, DON'T hide it:
### Before (Wrong)
```
Action: Read config.json
Error: File not found
Action: Read config.json # Silent retry
Action: Read config.json # Another retry
```
### After (Correct)
```
Action: Read config.json
Error: File not found
# Update task_plan.md:
## Errors Encountered
- config.json not found → Will create default config
Action: Write config.json (default config)
Action: Read config.json
Success!
```
---
## The Read-Before-Decide Pattern
**Always read your plan before major decisions:**
```
[Many tool calls have happened...]
[Context is getting long...]
[Original goal might be forgotten...]
→ Read task_plan.md # This brings goals back into attention!
→ Now make the decision # Goals are fresh in context
```
This is why Manus can handle ~50 tool calls without losing track. The plan file acts as a "goal refresh" mechanism.
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# Reference: Manus Context Engineering Principles
This skill is based on context engineering principles from Manus, the AI agent company acquired by Meta for $2 billion in December 2025.
## The 6 Manus Principles
### Principle 1: Design Around KV-Cache
> "KV-cache hit rate is THE single most important metric for production AI agents."
**Statistics:**
- ~100:1 input-to-output token ratio
- Cached tokens: $0.30/MTok vs Uncached: $3/MTok
- 10x cost difference!
**Implementation:**
- Keep prompt prefixes STABLE (single-token change invalidates cache)
- NO timestamps in system prompts
- Make context APPEND-ONLY with deterministic serialization
### Principle 2: Mask, Don't Remove
Don't dynamically remove tools (breaks KV-cache). Use logit masking instead.
**Best Practice:** Use consistent action prefixes (e.g., `browser_`, `shell_`, `file_`) for easier masking.
### Principle 3: Filesystem as External Memory
> "Markdown is my 'working memory' on disk."
**The Formula:**
```
Context Window = RAM (volatile, limited)
Filesystem = Disk (persistent, unlimited)
```
**Compression Must Be Restorable:**
- Keep URLs even if web content is dropped
- Keep file paths when dropping document contents
- Never lose the pointer to full data
### Principle 4: Manipulate Attention Through Recitation
> "Creates and updates todo.md throughout tasks to push global plan into model's recent attention span."
**Problem:** After ~50 tool calls, models forget original goals ("lost in the middle" effect).
**Solution:** Re-read `task_plan.md` before each decision. Goals appear in the attention window.
```
Start of context: [Original goal - far away, forgotten]
...many tool calls...
End of context: [Recently read task_plan.md - gets ATTENTION!]
```
### Principle 5: Keep the Wrong Stuff In
> "Leave the wrong turns in the context."
**Why:**
- Failed actions with stack traces let model implicitly update beliefs
- Reduces mistake repetition
- Error recovery is "one of the clearest signals of TRUE agentic behavior"
### Principle 6: Don't Get Few-Shotted
> "Uniformity breeds fragility."
**Problem:** Repetitive action-observation pairs cause drift and hallucination.
**Solution:** Introduce controlled variation:
- Vary phrasings slightly
- Don't copy-paste patterns blindly
- Recalibrate on repetitive tasks
---
## The 3 Context Engineering Strategies
Based on Lance Martin's analysis of Manus architecture.
### Strategy 1: Context Reduction
**Compaction:**
```
Tool calls have TWO representations:
├── FULL: Raw tool content (stored in filesystem)
└── COMPACT: Reference/file path only
RULES:
- Apply compaction to STALE (older) tool results
- Keep RECENT results FULL (to guide next decision)
```
**Summarization:**
- Applied when compaction reaches diminishing returns
- Generated using full tool results
- Creates standardized summary objects
### Strategy 2: Context Isolation (Multi-Agent)
**Architecture:**
```
┌─────────────────────────────────┐
│ PLANNER AGENT │
│ └─ Assigns tasks to sub-agents │
├─────────────────────────────────┤
│ KNOWLEDGE MANAGER │
│ └─ Reviews conversations │
│ └─ Determines filesystem store │
├─────────────────────────────────┤
│ EXECUTOR SUB-AGENTS │
│ └─ Perform assigned tasks │
│ └─ Have own context windows │
└─────────────────────────────────┘
```
**Key Insight:** Manus originally used `todo.md` for task planning but found ~33% of actions were spent updating it. Shifted to dedicated planner agent calling executor sub-agents.
### Strategy 3: Context Offloading
**Tool Design:**
- Use <20 atomic functions total
- Store full results in filesystem, not context
- Use `glob` and `grep` for searching
- Progressive disclosure: load information only as needed
---
## The Agent Loop
Manus operates in a continuous 7-step loop:
```
┌─────────────────────────────────────────┐
│ 1. ANALYZE CONTEXT │
│ - Understand user intent │
│ - Assess current state │
│ - Review recent observations │
├─────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ 2. THINK │
│ - Should I update the plan? │
│ - What's the next logical action? │
│ - Are there blockers? │
├─────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ 3. SELECT TOOL │
│ - Choose ONE tool │
│ - Ensure parameters available │
├─────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ 4. EXECUTE ACTION │
│ - Tool runs in sandbox │
├─────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ 5. RECEIVE OBSERVATION │
│ - Result appended to context │
├─────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ 6. ITERATE │
│ - Return to step 1 │
│ - Continue until complete │
├─────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ 7. DELIVER OUTCOME │
│ - Send results to user │
│ - Attach all relevant files │
└─────────────────────────────────────────┘
```
---
## File Types Manus Creates
| File | Purpose | When Created | When Updated |
|------|---------|--------------|--------------|
| `task_plan.md` | Phase tracking, progress | Task start | After completing phases |
| `findings.md` | Discoveries, decisions | After ANY discovery | After viewing images/PDFs |
| `progress.md` | Session log, what's done | At breakpoints | Throughout session |
| Code files | Implementation | Before execution | After errors |
---
## Critical Constraints
- **Single-Action Execution:** ONE tool call per turn. No parallel execution.
- **Plan is Required:** Agent must ALWAYS know: goal, current phase, remaining phases
- **Files are Memory:** Context = volatile. Filesystem = persistent.
- **Never Repeat Failures:** If action failed, next action MUST be different
- **Communication is a Tool:** Message types: `info` (progress), `ask` (blocking), `result` (terminal)
---
## Manus Statistics
| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| Average tool calls per task | ~50 |
| Input-to-output token ratio | 100:1 |
| Acquisition price | $2 billion |
| Time to $100M revenue | 8 months |
| Framework refactors since launch | 5 times |
---
## Key Quotes
> "Context window = RAM (volatile, limited). Filesystem = Disk (persistent, unlimited). Anything important gets written to disk."
> "if action_failed: next_action != same_action. Track what you tried. Mutate the approach."
> "Error recovery is one of the clearest signals of TRUE agentic behavior."
> "KV-cache hit rate is the single most important metric for a production-stage AI agent."
> "Leave the wrong turns in the context."
---
## Source
Based on Manus's official context engineering documentation:
https://manus.im/blog/Context-Engineering-for-AI-Agents-Lessons-from-Building-Manus
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# Check if all phases in task_plan.md are complete
# Exit 0 if complete, exit 1 if incomplete
# Used by Stop hook to verify task completion
param(
[string]$PlanFile = "task_plan.md"
)
if (-not (Test-Path $PlanFile)) {
Write-Host "ERROR: $PlanFile not found"
Write-Host "Cannot verify completion without a task plan."
exit 1
}
Write-Host "=== Task Completion Check ==="
Write-Host ""
# Read file content
$content = Get-Content $PlanFile -Raw
# Count phases by status
$TOTAL = ([regex]::Matches($content, "### Phase")).Count
$COMPLETE = ([regex]::Matches($content, "\*\*Status:\*\* complete")).Count
$IN_PROGRESS = ([regex]::Matches($content, "\*\*Status:\*\* in_progress")).Count
$PENDING = ([regex]::Matches($content, "\*\*Status:\*\* pending")).Count
Write-Host "Total phases: $TOTAL"
Write-Host "Complete: $COMPLETE"
Write-Host "In progress: $IN_PROGRESS"
Write-Host "Pending: $PENDING"
Write-Host ""
# Check completion
if ($COMPLETE -eq $TOTAL -and $TOTAL -gt 0) {
Write-Host "ALL PHASES COMPLETE"
exit 0
} else {
Write-Host "TASK NOT COMPLETE"
Write-Host ""
Write-Host "Do not stop until all phases are complete."
exit 1
}
@@ -0,0 +1,44 @@
#!/bin/bash
# Check if all phases in task_plan.md are complete
# Exit 0 if complete, exit 1 if incomplete
# Used by Stop hook to verify task completion
PLAN_FILE="${1:-task_plan.md}"
if [ ! -f "$PLAN_FILE" ]; then
echo "ERROR: $PLAN_FILE not found"
echo "Cannot verify completion without a task plan."
exit 1
fi
echo "=== Task Completion Check ==="
echo ""
# Count phases by status (using -F for fixed string matching)
TOTAL=$(grep -c "### Phase" "$PLAN_FILE" || true)
COMPLETE=$(grep -cF "**Status:** complete" "$PLAN_FILE" || true)
IN_PROGRESS=$(grep -cF "**Status:** in_progress" "$PLAN_FILE" || true)
PENDING=$(grep -cF "**Status:** pending" "$PLAN_FILE" || true)
# Default to 0 if empty
: "${TOTAL:=0}"
: "${COMPLETE:=0}"
: "${IN_PROGRESS:=0}"
: "${PENDING:=0}"
echo "Total phases: $TOTAL"
echo "Complete: $COMPLETE"
echo "In progress: $IN_PROGRESS"
echo "Pending: $PENDING"
echo ""
# Check completion
if [ "$COMPLETE" -eq "$TOTAL" ] && [ "$TOTAL" -gt 0 ]; then
echo "ALL PHASES COMPLETE"
exit 0
else
echo "TASK NOT COMPLETE"
echo ""
echo "Do not stop until all phases are complete."
exit 1
fi
@@ -0,0 +1,120 @@
# Initialize planning files for a new session
# Usage: .\init-session.ps1 [project-name]
param(
[string]$ProjectName = "project"
)
$DATE = Get-Date -Format "yyyy-MM-dd"
Write-Host "Initializing planning files for: $ProjectName"
# Create task_plan.md if it doesn't exist
if (-not (Test-Path "task_plan.md")) {
@"
# Task Plan: [Brief Description]
## Goal
[One sentence describing the end state]
## Current Phase
Phase 1
## Phases
### Phase 1: Requirements & Discovery
- [ ] Understand user intent
- [ ] Identify constraints
- [ ] Document in findings.md
- **Status:** in_progress
### Phase 2: Planning & Structure
- [ ] Define approach
- [ ] Create project structure
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 3: Implementation
- [ ] Execute the plan
- [ ] Write to files before executing
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 4: Testing & Verification
- [ ] Verify requirements met
- [ ] Document test results
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 5: Delivery
- [ ] Review outputs
- [ ] Deliver to user
- **Status:** pending
## Decisions Made
| Decision | Rationale |
|----------|-----------|
## Errors Encountered
| Error | Resolution |
|-------|------------|
"@ | Out-File -FilePath "task_plan.md" -Encoding UTF8
Write-Host "Created task_plan.md"
} else {
Write-Host "task_plan.md already exists, skipping"
}
# Create findings.md if it doesn't exist
if (-not (Test-Path "findings.md")) {
@"
# Findings & Decisions
## Requirements
-
## Research Findings
-
## Technical Decisions
| Decision | Rationale |
|----------|-----------|
## Issues Encountered
| Issue | Resolution |
|-------|------------|
## Resources
-
"@ | Out-File -FilePath "findings.md" -Encoding UTF8
Write-Host "Created findings.md"
} else {
Write-Host "findings.md already exists, skipping"
}
# Create progress.md if it doesn't exist
if (-not (Test-Path "progress.md")) {
@"
# Progress Log
## Session: $DATE
### Current Status
- **Phase:** 1 - Requirements & Discovery
- **Started:** $DATE
### Actions Taken
-
### Test Results
| Test | Expected | Actual | Status |
|------|----------|--------|--------|
### Errors
| Error | Resolution |
|-------|------------|
"@ | Out-File -FilePath "progress.md" -Encoding UTF8
Write-Host "Created progress.md"
} else {
Write-Host "progress.md already exists, skipping"
}
Write-Host ""
Write-Host "Planning files initialized!"
Write-Host "Files: task_plan.md, findings.md, progress.md"
@@ -0,0 +1,120 @@
#!/bin/bash
# Initialize planning files for a new session
# Usage: ./init-session.sh [project-name]
set -e
PROJECT_NAME="${1:-project}"
DATE=$(date +%Y-%m-%d)
echo "Initializing planning files for: $PROJECT_NAME"
# Create task_plan.md if it doesn't exist
if [ ! -f "task_plan.md" ]; then
cat > task_plan.md << 'EOF'
# Task Plan: [Brief Description]
## Goal
[One sentence describing the end state]
## Current Phase
Phase 1
## Phases
### Phase 1: Requirements & Discovery
- [ ] Understand user intent
- [ ] Identify constraints
- [ ] Document in findings.md
- **Status:** in_progress
### Phase 2: Planning & Structure
- [ ] Define approach
- [ ] Create project structure
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 3: Implementation
- [ ] Execute the plan
- [ ] Write to files before executing
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 4: Testing & Verification
- [ ] Verify requirements met
- [ ] Document test results
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 5: Delivery
- [ ] Review outputs
- [ ] Deliver to user
- **Status:** pending
## Decisions Made
| Decision | Rationale |
|----------|-----------|
## Errors Encountered
| Error | Resolution |
|-------|------------|
EOF
echo "Created task_plan.md"
else
echo "task_plan.md already exists, skipping"
fi
# Create findings.md if it doesn't exist
if [ ! -f "findings.md" ]; then
cat > findings.md << 'EOF'
# Findings & Decisions
## Requirements
-
## Research Findings
-
## Technical Decisions
| Decision | Rationale |
|----------|-----------|
## Issues Encountered
| Issue | Resolution |
|-------|------------|
## Resources
-
EOF
echo "Created findings.md"
else
echo "findings.md already exists, skipping"
fi
# Create progress.md if it doesn't exist
if [ ! -f "progress.md" ]; then
cat > progress.md << EOF
# Progress Log
## Session: $DATE
### Current Status
- **Phase:** 1 - Requirements & Discovery
- **Started:** $DATE
### Actions Taken
-
### Test Results
| Test | Expected | Actual | Status |
|------|----------|--------|--------|
### Errors
| Error | Resolution |
|-------|------------|
EOF
echo "Created progress.md"
else
echo "progress.md already exists, skipping"
fi
echo ""
echo "Planning files initialized!"
echo "Files: task_plan.md, findings.md, progress.md"
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#!/usr/bin/env python3
"""
Session Catchup Script for planning-with-files
Analyzes the previous session to find unsynced context after the last
planning file update. Designed to run on SessionStart.
Usage: python3 session-catchup.py [project-path]
"""
import json
import sys
import os
from pathlib import Path
from typing import List, Dict, Optional, Tuple
from datetime import datetime
PLANNING_FILES = ['task_plan.md', 'progress.md', 'findings.md']
def get_project_dir(project_path: str) -> Path:
"""Convert project path to Claude's storage path format."""
sanitized = project_path.replace('/', '-')
if not sanitized.startswith('-'):
sanitized = '-' + sanitized
sanitized = sanitized.replace('_', '-')
return Path.home() / '.claude' / 'projects' / sanitized
def get_sessions_sorted(project_dir: Path) -> List[Path]:
"""Get all session files sorted by modification time (newest first)."""
sessions = list(project_dir.glob('*.jsonl'))
main_sessions = [s for s in sessions if not s.name.startswith('agent-')]
return sorted(main_sessions, key=lambda p: p.stat().st_mtime, reverse=True)
def parse_session_messages(session_file: Path) -> List[Dict]:
"""Parse all messages from a session file, preserving order."""
messages = []
with open(session_file, 'r') as f:
for line_num, line in enumerate(f):
try:
data = json.loads(line)
data['_line_num'] = line_num
messages.append(data)
except json.JSONDecodeError:
pass
return messages
def find_last_planning_update(messages: List[Dict]) -> Tuple[int, Optional[str]]:
"""
Find the last time a planning file was written/edited.
Returns (line_number, filename) or (-1, None) if not found.
"""
last_update_line = -1
last_update_file = None
for msg in messages:
msg_type = msg.get('type')
if msg_type == 'assistant':
content = msg.get('message', {}).get('content', [])
if isinstance(content, list):
for item in content:
if item.get('type') == 'tool_use':
tool_name = item.get('name', '')
tool_input = item.get('input', {})
if tool_name in ('Write', 'Edit'):
file_path = tool_input.get('file_path', '')
for pf in PLANNING_FILES:
if file_path.endswith(pf):
last_update_line = msg['_line_num']
last_update_file = pf
return last_update_line, last_update_file
def extract_messages_after(messages: List[Dict], after_line: int) -> List[Dict]:
"""Extract conversation messages after a certain line number."""
result = []
for msg in messages:
if msg['_line_num'] <= after_line:
continue
msg_type = msg.get('type')
is_meta = msg.get('isMeta', False)
if msg_type == 'user' and not is_meta:
content = msg.get('message', {}).get('content', '')
if isinstance(content, list):
for item in content:
if isinstance(item, dict) and item.get('type') == 'text':
content = item.get('text', '')
break
else:
content = ''
if content and isinstance(content, str):
if content.startswith(('<local-command', '<command-', '<task-notification')):
continue
if len(content) > 20:
result.append({'role': 'user', 'content': content, 'line': msg['_line_num']})
elif msg_type == 'assistant':
msg_content = msg.get('message', {}).get('content', '')
text_content = ''
tool_uses = []
if isinstance(msg_content, str):
text_content = msg_content
elif isinstance(msg_content, list):
for item in msg_content:
if item.get('type') == 'text':
text_content = item.get('text', '')
elif item.get('type') == 'tool_use':
tool_name = item.get('name', '')
tool_input = item.get('input', {})
if tool_name == 'Edit':
tool_uses.append(f"Edit: {tool_input.get('file_path', 'unknown')}")
elif tool_name == 'Write':
tool_uses.append(f"Write: {tool_input.get('file_path', 'unknown')}")
elif tool_name == 'Bash':
cmd = tool_input.get('command', '')[:80]
tool_uses.append(f"Bash: {cmd}")
else:
tool_uses.append(f"{tool_name}")
if text_content or tool_uses:
result.append({
'role': 'assistant',
'content': text_content[:600] if text_content else '',
'tools': tool_uses,
'line': msg['_line_num']
})
return result
def main():
project_path = sys.argv[1] if len(sys.argv) > 1 else os.getcwd()
project_dir = get_project_dir(project_path)
# Check if planning files exist (indicates active task)
has_planning_files = any(
Path(project_path, f).exists() for f in PLANNING_FILES
)
if not project_dir.exists():
# No previous sessions, nothing to catch up on
return
sessions = get_sessions_sorted(project_dir)
if len(sessions) < 1:
return
# Find a substantial previous session
target_session = None
for session in sessions:
if session.stat().st_size > 5000:
target_session = session
break
if not target_session:
return
messages = parse_session_messages(target_session)
last_update_line, last_update_file = find_last_planning_update(messages)
# Only output if there's unsynced content
if last_update_line < 0:
messages_after = extract_messages_after(messages, len(messages) - 30)
else:
messages_after = extract_messages_after(messages, last_update_line)
if not messages_after:
return
# Output catchup report
print("\n[planning-with-files] SESSION CATCHUP DETECTED")
print(f"Previous session: {target_session.stem}")
if last_update_line >= 0:
print(f"Last planning update: {last_update_file} at message #{last_update_line}")
print(f"Unsynced messages: {len(messages_after)}")
else:
print("No planning file updates found in previous session")
print("\n--- UNSYNCED CONTEXT ---")
for msg in messages_after[-15:]: # Last 15 messages
if msg['role'] == 'user':
print(f"USER: {msg['content'][:300]}")
else:
if msg.get('content'):
print(f"CLAUDE: {msg['content'][:300]}")
if msg.get('tools'):
print(f" Tools: {', '.join(msg['tools'][:4])}")
print("\n--- RECOMMENDED ---")
print("1. Run: git diff --stat")
print("2. Read: task_plan.md, progress.md, findings.md")
print("3. Update planning files based on above context")
print("4. Continue with task")
if __name__ == '__main__':
main()
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@@ -1,6 +1,6 @@
---
name: planning-with-files
version: "2.4.1"
version: "2.10.0"
description: Implements Manus-style file-based planning for complex tasks. Creates task_plan.md, findings.md, and progress.md. Use when starting complex multi-step tasks, research projects, or any task requiring >5 tool calls. Now with automatic session recovery after /clear.
user-invocable: true
allowed-tools:
@@ -28,10 +28,28 @@ hooks:
- type: command
command: |
SCRIPT_DIR="${CLAUDE_PLUGIN_ROOT:-$HOME/.claude/plugins/planning-with-files}/scripts"
if command -v pwsh &> /dev/null && [[ "$OSTYPE" == "msys" || "$OSTYPE" == "win32" || "$OS" == "Windows_NT" ]]; then
pwsh -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.ps1" 2>/dev/null || powershell -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.ps1" 2>/dev/null || bash "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.sh"
IS_WINDOWS=0
if [ "${OS-}" = "Windows_NT" ]; then
IS_WINDOWS=1
else
bash "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.sh"
UNAME_S="$(uname -s 2>/dev/null || echo '')"
case "$UNAME_S" in
CYGWIN*|MINGW*|MSYS*) IS_WINDOWS=1 ;;
esac
fi
if [ "$IS_WINDOWS" -eq 1 ]; then
if command -v pwsh >/dev/null 2>&1; then
pwsh -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.ps1" 2>/dev/null ||
powershell -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.ps1" 2>/dev/null ||
sh "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.sh"
else
powershell -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.ps1" 2>/dev/null ||
sh "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.sh"
fi
else
sh "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.sh"
fi
---
@@ -44,7 +62,13 @@ Work like Manus: Use persistent markdown files as your "working memory on disk."
**Before starting work**, check for unsynced context from a previous session:
```bash
python3 ${CLAUDE_PLUGIN_ROOT}/scripts/session-catchup.py "$(pwd)"
# Linux/macOS (auto-detects python3 or python)
$(command -v python3 || command -v python) ${CLAUDE_PLUGIN_ROOT}/scripts/session-catchup.py "$(pwd)"
```
```powershell
# Windows PowerShell
python "$env:USERPROFILE\.codex\skills\planning-with-files\scripts\session-catchup.py" (Get-Location)
```
If catchup report shows unsynced context:
@@ -0,0 +1,34 @@
---
name: planning-with-files
description: 启动“Planning with Files”三文件工作流(task_plan.md / findings.md / progress.md)
invokable: true
---
你将采用“Planning with Files”模式来完成接下来的工作:把计划、发现与进度持久化到 3 个 Markdown 文件里,以避免上下文漂移与遗忘。
## 目标
- 在项目根目录确保存在:task_plan.md、findings.md、progress.md
- 所有关键决策、研究结论、错误与修复路径必须写入文件
- 每完成一个阶段就更新 task_plan.md 的状态
## 工作步骤
1. 检查项目根目录是否已有 task_plan.md / findings.md / progress.md
2. 如果不存在,先创建它们(可直接运行初始化脚本,或在 IDE 里新建同名文件):
- macOS/Linux:bash .continue/skills/planning-with-files/scripts/init-session.sh
- Windows:powershell -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File .continue/skills/planning-with-files/scripts/init-session.ps1
3. 读取 task_plan.md,补全:
- Goal(1 句话)
- Phases(3-7 个阶段,带 Status: pending / in_progress / complete)
- Key Questions(需要回答的关键问题)
4. 执行任务时遵守:
- 每 2 次“查看/搜索/浏览”后,立刻把发现写入 findings.md
- 每次重要决策前,先读取 task_plan.md 刷新目标
- 任何错误都记录在 task_plan.md 的 Errors Encountered,并写清楚尝试次数与解决方式
5. 持续把本次会话的行动与验证结果写入 progress.md(包括命令、测试、输出)
## 输出要求
- 你的回答优先引用这些文件中的最新内容(而不是依赖聊天记忆)
- 任务结束前,确保所有阶段均为 complete(或明确说明未完成原因与后续)
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---
name: planning-with-files
version: "2.10.0"
description: Implements Manus-style file-based planning for complex tasks. Creates task_plan.md, findings.md, and progress.md. Use when starting complex multi-step tasks, research projects, or any task requiring >5 tool calls. Now with automatic session recovery after /clear.
---
# Planning with Files
Work like Manus: Use persistent markdown files as your "working memory on disk."
## FIRST: Check for Previous Session (v2.2.0)
Before starting work, check for unsynced context from a previous session:
```bash
python3 .continue/skills/planning-with-files/scripts/session-catchup.py "$(pwd)" || python .continue/skills/planning-with-files/scripts/session-catchup.py "$(pwd)"
```
If catchup report shows unsynced context:
1. Run `git diff --stat` to see actual code changes
2. Read current planning files
3. Update planning files based on catchup + git diff
4. Then proceed with task
## Quick Start
Before any complex task:
1. Create `task_plan.md`, `findings.md`, `progress.md` in your project root
2. If they don't exist yet, initialize them using:
- macOS/Linux: `bash .continue/skills/planning-with-files/scripts/init-session.sh`
- Windows: `powershell -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File .continue/skills/planning-with-files/scripts/init-session.ps1`
3. Re-read `task_plan.md` before major decisions
4. Update `task_plan.md` after each phase completes
5. Write discoveries to `findings.md` (especially after web/search/image/PDF viewing)
## The Core Pattern
```
Context Window = RAM (volatile, limited)
Filesystem = Disk (persistent, unlimited)
→ Anything important gets written to disk.
```
## File Purposes
| File | Purpose | When to Update |
|------|---------|----------------|
| `task_plan.md` | Phases, progress, decisions | After each phase |
| `findings.md` | Research, discoveries | After any discovery |
| `progress.md` | Session log, test results | Throughout session |
## Critical Rules
### 1. Create Plan First
Never start a complex task without `task_plan.md`.
### 2. The 2-Action Rule
After every 2 view/browser/search operations, save key findings to text files.
### 3. Read Before Decide
Before major decisions, read `task_plan.md` to refresh goals.
### 4. Update After Act
After completing any phase, update statuses and log errors in `task_plan.md`.
### 5. Log ALL Errors
Every error goes in the plan file so you don't repeat it.
### 6. Never Repeat Failures
If an action failed, the next action must be different.
## References
- [reference.md](reference.md)
- [examples.md](examples.md)
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# Examples: Planning with Files in Action
## Example 1: Research Task
**User Request:** "Research the benefits of morning exercise and write a summary"
### Loop 1: Create Plan
```bash
Write task_plan.md
```
```markdown
# Task Plan: Morning Exercise Benefits Research
## Goal
Create a research summary on the benefits of morning exercise.
## Phases
- [ ] Phase 1: Create this plan ✓
- [ ] Phase 2: Search and gather sources
- [ ] Phase 3: Synthesize findings
- [ ] Phase 4: Deliver summary
## Key Questions
1. What are the physical health benefits?
2. What are the mental health benefits?
3. What scientific studies support this?
## Status
**Currently in Phase 1** - Creating plan
```
### Loop 2: Research
```bash
Read task_plan.md # Refresh goals
WebSearch "morning exercise benefits"
Write notes.md # Store findings
Edit task_plan.md # Mark Phase 2 complete
```
### Loop 3: Synthesize
```bash
Read task_plan.md # Refresh goals
Read notes.md # Get findings
Write morning_exercise_summary.md
Edit task_plan.md # Mark Phase 3 complete
```
### Loop 4: Deliver
```bash
Read task_plan.md # Verify complete
Deliver morning_exercise_summary.md
```
---
## Example 2: Bug Fix Task
**User Request:** "Fix the login bug in the authentication module"
### task_plan.md
```markdown
# Task Plan: Fix Login Bug
## Goal
Identify and fix the bug preventing successful login.
## Phases
- [x] Phase 1: Understand the bug report ✓
- [x] Phase 2: Locate relevant code ✓
- [ ] Phase 3: Identify root cause (CURRENT)
- [ ] Phase 4: Implement fix
- [ ] Phase 5: Test and verify
## Key Questions
1. What error message appears?
2. Which file handles authentication?
3. What changed recently?
## Decisions Made
- Auth handler is in src/auth/login.ts
- Error occurs in validateToken() function
## Errors Encountered
- [Initial] TypeError: Cannot read property 'token' of undefined
→ Root cause: user object not awaited properly
## Status
**Currently in Phase 3** - Found root cause, preparing fix
```
---
## Example 3: Feature Development
**User Request:** "Add a dark mode toggle to the settings page"
### The 3-File Pattern in Action
**task_plan.md:**
```markdown
# Task Plan: Dark Mode Toggle
## Goal
Add functional dark mode toggle to settings.
## Phases
- [x] Phase 1: Research existing theme system ✓
- [x] Phase 2: Design implementation approach ✓
- [ ] Phase 3: Implement toggle component (CURRENT)
- [ ] Phase 4: Add theme switching logic
- [ ] Phase 5: Test and polish
## Decisions Made
- Using CSS custom properties for theme
- Storing preference in localStorage
- Toggle component in SettingsPage.tsx
## Status
**Currently in Phase 3** - Building toggle component
```
**notes.md:**
```markdown
# Notes: Dark Mode Implementation
## Existing Theme System
- Located in: src/styles/theme.ts
- Uses: CSS custom properties
- Current themes: light only
## Files to Modify
1. src/styles/theme.ts - Add dark theme colors
2. src/components/SettingsPage.tsx - Add toggle
3. src/hooks/useTheme.ts - Create new hook
4. src/App.tsx - Wrap with ThemeProvider
## Color Decisions
- Dark background: #1a1a2e
- Dark surface: #16213e
- Dark text: #eaeaea
```
**dark_mode_implementation.md:** (deliverable)
```markdown
# Dark Mode Implementation
## Changes Made
### 1. Added dark theme colors
File: src/styles/theme.ts
...
### 2. Created useTheme hook
File: src/hooks/useTheme.ts
...
```
---
## Example 4: Error Recovery Pattern
When something fails, DON'T hide it:
### Before (Wrong)
```
Action: Read config.json
Error: File not found
Action: Read config.json # Silent retry
Action: Read config.json # Another retry
```
### After (Correct)
```
Action: Read config.json
Error: File not found
# Update task_plan.md:
## Errors Encountered
- config.json not found → Will create default config
Action: Write config.json (default config)
Action: Read config.json
Success!
```
---
## The Read-Before-Decide Pattern
Always read your plan before major decisions:
```
[Many tool calls have happened...]
[Context is getting long...]
[Original goal might be forgotten...]
→ Read task_plan.md # This brings goals back into attention!
→ Now make the decision # Goals are fresh in context
```
This is why Manus can handle ~50 tool calls without losing track. The plan file acts as a "goal refresh" mechanism.
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# Reference: Manus Context Engineering Principles
This skill is based on context engineering principles from Manus, the AI agent company acquired by Meta for $2 billion in December 2025.
## The 6 Manus Principles
### Principle 1: Design Around KV-Cache
> "KV-cache hit rate is THE single most important metric for production AI agents."
**Statistics:**
- ~100:1 input-to-output token ratio
- Cached tokens: $0.30/MTok vs Uncached: $3/MTok
- 10x cost difference!
**Implementation:**
- Keep prompt prefixes STABLE (single-token change invalidates cache)
- NO timestamps in system prompts
- Make context APPEND-ONLY with deterministic serialization
### Principle 2: Mask, Don't Remove
Don't dynamically remove tools (breaks KV-cache). Use logit masking instead.
**Best Practice:** Use consistent action prefixes (e.g., `browser_`, `shell_`, `file_`) for easier masking.
### Principle 3: Filesystem as External Memory
> "Markdown is my 'working memory' on disk."
**The Formula:**
```
Context Window = RAM (volatile, limited)
Filesystem = Disk (persistent, unlimited)
```
**Compression Must Be Restorable:**
- Keep URLs even if web content is dropped
- Keep file paths when dropping document contents
- Never lose the pointer to full data
### Principle 4: Manipulate Attention Through Recitation
> "Creates and updates todo.md throughout tasks to push global plan into model's recent attention span."
**Problem:** After ~50 tool calls, models forget original goals ("lost in the middle" effect).
**Solution:** Re-read `task_plan.md` before each decision. Goals appear in the attention window.
```
Start of context: [Original goal - far away, forgotten]
...many tool calls...
End of context: [Recently read task_plan.md - gets ATTENTION!]
```
### Principle 5: Keep the Wrong Stuff In
> "Leave the wrong turns in the context."
**Why:**
- Failed actions with stack traces let model implicitly update beliefs
- Reduces mistake repetition
- Error recovery is "one of the clearest signals of TRUE agentic behavior"
### Principle 6: Don't Get Few-Shotted
> "Uniformity breeds fragility."
**Problem:** Repetitive action-observation pairs cause drift and hallucination.
**Solution:** Introduce controlled variation:
- Vary phrasings slightly
- Don't copy-paste patterns blindly
- Recalibrate on repetitive tasks
---
## The 3 Context Engineering Strategies
Based on Lance Martin's analysis of Manus architecture.
### Strategy 1: Context Reduction
**Compaction:**
```
Tool calls have TWO representations:
├── FULL: Raw tool content (stored in filesystem)
└── COMPACT: Reference/file path only
RULES:
- Apply compaction to STALE (older) tool results
- Keep RECENT results FULL (to guide next decision)
```
**Summarization:**
- Applied when compaction reaches diminishing returns
- Generated using full tool results
- Creates standardized summary objects
### Strategy 2: Context Isolation (Multi-Agent)
**Architecture:**
```
┌─────────────────────────────────┐
│ PLANNER AGENT │
│ └─ Assigns tasks to sub-agents │
├─────────────────────────────────┤
│ KNOWLEDGE MANAGER │
│ └─ Reviews conversations │
│ └─ Determines filesystem store │
├─────────────────────────────────┤
│ EXECUTOR SUB-AGENTS │
│ └─ Perform assigned tasks │
│ └─ Have own context windows │
└─────────────────────────────────┘
```
**Key Insight:** Manus originally used `todo.md` for task planning but found ~33% of actions were spent updating it. Shifted to dedicated planner agent calling executor sub-agents.
### Strategy 3: Context Offloading
**Tool Design:**
- Use <20 atomic functions total
- Store full results in filesystem, not context
- Use `glob` and `grep` for searching
- Progressive disclosure: load information only as needed
---
## The Agent Loop
Manus operates in a continuous 7-step loop:
```
┌─────────────────────────────────────────┐
│ 1. ANALYZE CONTEXT │
│ - Understand user intent │
│ - Assess current state │
│ - Review recent observations │
├─────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ 2. THINK │
│ - Should I update the plan? │
│ - What's the next logical action? │
│ - Are there blockers? │
├─────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ 3. SELECT TOOL │
│ - Choose ONE tool │
│ - Ensure parameters available │
├─────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ 4. EXECUTE ACTION │
│ - Tool runs in sandbox │
├─────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ 5. RECEIVE OBSERVATION │
│ - Result appended to context │
├─────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ 6. ITERATE │
│ - Return to step 1 │
│ - Continue until complete │
├─────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ 7. DELIVER OUTCOME │
│ - Send results to user │
│ - Attach all relevant files │
└─────────────────────────────────────────┘
```
---
## File Types Manus Creates
| File | Purpose | When Created | When Updated |
|------|---------|--------------|--------------|
| `task_plan.md` | Phase tracking, progress | Task start | After completing phases |
| `findings.md` | Discoveries, decisions | After any discovery | After viewing images/PDFs |
| `progress.md` | Session log, what's done | At breakpoints | Throughout session |
| Code files | Implementation | Before execution | After errors |
---
## Critical Constraints
- Single-action execution: one tool call per turn
- Plan is required: always know goal, current phase, remaining phases
- Files are memory: context is volatile; filesystem is persistent
- Never repeat failures: if action failed, next action must be different
- Communication is a tool: message types include info, ask, result
---
## Manus Statistics
| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| Average tool calls per task | ~50 |
| Input-to-output token ratio | 100:1 |
| Acquisition price | $2 billion |
| Time to $100M revenue | 8 months |
| Framework refactors since launch | 5 times |
---
## Key Quotes
> "Context window = RAM (volatile, limited). Filesystem = Disk (persistent, unlimited). Anything important gets written to disk."
> "if action_failed: next_action != same_action. Track what you tried. Mutate the approach."
> "Error recovery is one of the clearest signals of TRUE agentic behavior."
> "KV-cache hit rate is the single most important metric for a production-stage AI agent."
> "Leave the wrong turns in the context."
---
## Source
Based on Manus's official context engineering documentation:
https://manus.im/blog/Context-Engineering-for-AI-Agents-Lessons-from-Building-Manus
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# Check if all phases in task_plan.md are complete
# Exit 0 if complete, exit 1 if incomplete
# Used by Stop hook to verify task completion
param(
[string]$PlanFile = "task_plan.md"
)
if (-not (Test-Path $PlanFile)) {
Write-Host "ERROR: $PlanFile not found"
Write-Host "Cannot verify completion without a task plan."
exit 1
}
Write-Host "=== Task Completion Check ==="
Write-Host ""
# Read file content
$content = Get-Content $PlanFile -Raw
# Count phases by status
$TOTAL = ([regex]::Matches($content, "### Phase")).Count
$COMPLETE = ([regex]::Matches($content, "\*\*Status:\*\* complete")).Count
$IN_PROGRESS = ([regex]::Matches($content, "\*\*Status:\*\* in_progress")).Count
$PENDING = ([regex]::Matches($content, "\*\*Status:\*\* pending")).Count
Write-Host "Total phases: $TOTAL"
Write-Host "Complete: $COMPLETE"
Write-Host "In progress: $IN_PROGRESS"
Write-Host "Pending: $PENDING"
Write-Host ""
# Check completion
if ($COMPLETE -eq $TOTAL -and $TOTAL -gt 0) {
Write-Host "ALL PHASES COMPLETE"
exit 0
} else {
Write-Host "TASK NOT COMPLETE"
Write-Host ""
Write-Host "Do not stop until all phases are complete."
exit 1
}
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#!/bin/bash
# Check if all phases in task_plan.md are complete
# Exit 0 if complete, exit 1 if incomplete
# Used by Stop hook to verify task completion
PLAN_FILE="${1:-task_plan.md}"
if [ ! -f "$PLAN_FILE" ]; then
echo "ERROR: $PLAN_FILE not found"
echo "Cannot verify completion without a task plan."
exit 1
fi
echo "=== Task Completion Check ==="
echo ""
# Count phases by status (using -F for fixed string matching)
TOTAL=$(grep -c "### Phase" "$PLAN_FILE" || true)
COMPLETE=$(grep -cF "**Status:** complete" "$PLAN_FILE" || true)
IN_PROGRESS=$(grep -cF "**Status:** in_progress" "$PLAN_FILE" || true)
PENDING=$(grep -cF "**Status:** pending" "$PLAN_FILE" || true)
# Default to 0 if empty
: "${TOTAL:=0}"
: "${COMPLETE:=0}"
: "${IN_PROGRESS:=0}"
: "${PENDING:=0}"
echo "Total phases: $TOTAL"
echo "Complete: $COMPLETE"
echo "In progress: $IN_PROGRESS"
echo "Pending: $PENDING"
echo ""
# Check completion
if [ "$COMPLETE" -eq "$TOTAL" ] && [ "$TOTAL" -gt 0 ]; then
echo "ALL PHASES COMPLETE"
exit 0
else
echo "TASK NOT COMPLETE"
echo ""
echo "Do not stop until all phases are complete."
exit 1
fi
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# Initialize planning files for a new session
# Usage: .\init-session.ps1 [project-name]
param(
[string]$ProjectName = "project"
)
$DATE = Get-Date -Format "yyyy-MM-dd"
Write-Host "Initializing planning files for: $ProjectName"
# Create task_plan.md if it doesn't exist
if (-not (Test-Path "task_plan.md")) {
@"
# Task Plan: [Brief Description]
## Goal
[One sentence describing the end state]
## Current Phase
Phase 1
## Phases
### Phase 1: Requirements & Discovery
- [ ] Understand user intent
- [ ] Identify constraints
- [ ] Document in findings.md
- **Status:** in_progress
### Phase 2: Planning & Structure
- [ ] Define approach
- [ ] Create project structure
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 3: Implementation
- [ ] Execute the plan
- [ ] Write to files before executing
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 4: Testing & Verification
- [ ] Verify requirements met
- [ ] Document test results
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 5: Delivery
- [ ] Review outputs
- [ ] Deliver to user
- **Status:** pending
## Decisions Made
| Decision | Rationale |
|----------|-----------|
## Errors Encountered
| Error | Resolution |
|-------|------------|
"@ | Out-File -FilePath "task_plan.md" -Encoding UTF8
Write-Host "Created task_plan.md"
} else {
Write-Host "task_plan.md already exists, skipping"
}
# Create findings.md if it doesn't exist
if (-not (Test-Path "findings.md")) {
@"
# Findings & Decisions
## Requirements
-
## Research Findings
-
## Technical Decisions
| Decision | Rationale |
|----------|-----------|
## Issues Encountered
| Issue | Resolution |
|-------|------------|
## Resources
-
"@ | Out-File -FilePath "findings.md" -Encoding UTF8
Write-Host "Created findings.md"
} else {
Write-Host "findings.md already exists, skipping"
}
# Create progress.md if it doesn't exist
if (-not (Test-Path "progress.md")) {
@"
# Progress Log
## Session: $DATE
### Current Status
- **Phase:** 1 - Requirements & Discovery
- **Started:** $DATE
### Actions Taken
-
### Test Results
| Test | Expected | Actual | Status |
|------|----------|--------|--------|
### Errors
| Error | Resolution |
|-------|------------|
"@ | Out-File -FilePath "progress.md" -Encoding UTF8
Write-Host "Created progress.md"
} else {
Write-Host "progress.md already exists, skipping"
}
Write-Host ""
Write-Host "Planning files initialized!"
Write-Host "Files: task_plan.md, findings.md, progress.md"
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#!/bin/bash
# Initialize planning files for a new session
# Usage: ./init-session.sh [project-name]
set -e
PROJECT_NAME="${1:-project}"
DATE=$(date +%Y-%m-%d)
echo "Initializing planning files for: $PROJECT_NAME"
# Create task_plan.md if it doesn't exist
if [ ! -f "task_plan.md" ]; then
cat > task_plan.md << 'EOF'
# Task Plan: [Brief Description]
## Goal
[One sentence describing the end state]
## Current Phase
Phase 1
## Phases
### Phase 1: Requirements & Discovery
- [ ] Understand user intent
- [ ] Identify constraints
- [ ] Document in findings.md
- **Status:** in_progress
### Phase 2: Planning & Structure
- [ ] Define approach
- [ ] Create project structure
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 3: Implementation
- [ ] Execute the plan
- [ ] Write to files before executing
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 4: Testing & Verification
- [ ] Verify requirements met
- [ ] Document test results
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 5: Delivery
- [ ] Review outputs
- [ ] Deliver to user
- **Status:** pending
## Decisions Made
| Decision | Rationale |
|----------|-----------|
## Errors Encountered
| Error | Resolution |
|-------|------------|
EOF
echo "Created task_plan.md"
else
echo "task_plan.md already exists, skipping"
fi
# Create findings.md if it doesn't exist
if [ ! -f "findings.md" ]; then
cat > findings.md << 'EOF'
# Findings & Decisions
## Requirements
-
## Research Findings
-
## Technical Decisions
| Decision | Rationale |
|----------|-----------|
## Issues Encountered
| Issue | Resolution |
|-------|------------|
## Resources
-
EOF
echo "Created findings.md"
else
echo "findings.md already exists, skipping"
fi
# Create progress.md if it doesn't exist
if [ ! -f "progress.md" ]; then
cat > progress.md << EOF
# Progress Log
## Session: $DATE
### Current Status
- **Phase:** 1 - Requirements & Discovery
- **Started:** $DATE
### Actions Taken
-
### Test Results
| Test | Expected | Actual | Status |
|------|----------|--------|--------|
### Errors
| Error | Resolution |
|-------|------------|
EOF
echo "Created progress.md"
else
echo "progress.md already exists, skipping"
fi
echo ""
echo "Planning files initialized!"
echo "Files: task_plan.md, findings.md, progress.md"
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#!/usr/bin/env python3
"""
Session Catchup Script for planning-with-files
Analyzes the previous session to find unsynced context after the last
planning file update. Designed to run on SessionStart.
Usage: python3 session-catchup.py [project-path]
"""
import json
import sys
import os
from pathlib import Path
from typing import List, Dict, Optional, Tuple
from datetime import datetime
PLANNING_FILES = ['task_plan.md', 'progress.md', 'findings.md']
def get_project_dir(project_path: str) -> Path:
"""Convert project path to Claude's storage path format."""
sanitized = project_path.replace('/', '-')
if not sanitized.startswith('-'):
sanitized = '-' + sanitized
sanitized = sanitized.replace('_', '-')
return Path.home() / '.claude' / 'projects' / sanitized
def get_sessions_sorted(project_dir: Path) -> List[Path]:
"""Get all session files sorted by modification time (newest first)."""
sessions = list(project_dir.glob('*.jsonl'))
main_sessions = [s for s in sessions if not s.name.startswith('agent-')]
return sorted(main_sessions, key=lambda p: p.stat().st_mtime, reverse=True)
def parse_session_messages(session_file: Path) -> List[Dict]:
"""Parse all messages from a session file, preserving order."""
messages = []
with open(session_file, 'r') as f:
for line_num, line in enumerate(f):
try:
data = json.loads(line)
data['_line_num'] = line_num
messages.append(data)
except json.JSONDecodeError:
pass
return messages
def find_last_planning_update(messages: List[Dict]) -> Tuple[int, Optional[str]]:
"""
Find the last time a planning file was written/edited.
Returns (line_number, filename) or (-1, None) if not found.
"""
last_update_line = -1
last_update_file = None
for msg in messages:
msg_type = msg.get('type')
if msg_type == 'assistant':
content = msg.get('message', {}).get('content', [])
if isinstance(content, list):
for item in content:
if item.get('type') == 'tool_use':
tool_name = item.get('name', '')
tool_input = item.get('input', {})
if tool_name in ('Write', 'Edit'):
file_path = tool_input.get('file_path', '')
for pf in PLANNING_FILES:
if file_path.endswith(pf):
last_update_line = msg['_line_num']
last_update_file = pf
return last_update_line, last_update_file
def extract_messages_after(messages: List[Dict], after_line: int) -> List[Dict]:
"""Extract conversation messages after a certain line number."""
result = []
for msg in messages:
if msg['_line_num'] <= after_line:
continue
msg_type = msg.get('type')
is_meta = msg.get('isMeta', False)
if msg_type == 'user' and not is_meta:
content = msg.get('message', {}).get('content', '')
if isinstance(content, list):
for item in content:
if isinstance(item, dict) and item.get('type') == 'text':
content = item.get('text', '')
break
else:
content = ''
if content and isinstance(content, str):
if content.startswith(('<local-command', '<command-', '<task-notification')):
continue
if len(content) > 20:
result.append({'role': 'user', 'content': content, 'line': msg['_line_num']})
elif msg_type == 'assistant':
msg_content = msg.get('message', {}).get('content', '')
text_content = ''
tool_uses = []
if isinstance(msg_content, str):
text_content = msg_content
elif isinstance(msg_content, list):
for item in msg_content:
if item.get('type') == 'text':
text_content = item.get('text', '')
elif item.get('type') == 'tool_use':
tool_name = item.get('name', '')
tool_input = item.get('input', {})
if tool_name == 'Edit':
tool_uses.append(f"Edit: {tool_input.get('file_path', 'unknown')}")
elif tool_name == 'Write':
tool_uses.append(f"Write: {tool_input.get('file_path', 'unknown')}")
elif tool_name == 'Bash':
cmd = tool_input.get('command', '')[:80]
tool_uses.append(f"Bash: {cmd}")
else:
tool_uses.append(f"{tool_name}")
if text_content or tool_uses:
result.append({
'role': 'assistant',
'content': text_content[:600] if text_content else '',
'tools': tool_uses,
'line': msg['_line_num']
})
return result
def main():
project_path = sys.argv[1] if len(sys.argv) > 1 else os.getcwd()
project_dir = get_project_dir(project_path)
has_planning_files = any(
Path(project_path, f).exists() for f in PLANNING_FILES
)
if not project_dir.exists():
return
sessions = get_sessions_sorted(project_dir)
if len(sessions) < 1:
return
target_session = None
for session in sessions:
if session.stat().st_size > 5000:
target_session = session
break
if not target_session:
return
messages = parse_session_messages(target_session)
last_update_line, last_update_file = find_last_planning_update(messages)
if last_update_line < 0:
messages_after = extract_messages_after(messages, len(messages) - 30)
else:
messages_after = extract_messages_after(messages, last_update_line)
if not messages_after:
return
print("\n[planning-with-files] SESSION CATCHUP DETECTED")
print(f"Previous session: {target_session.stem}")
if last_update_line >= 0:
print(f"Last planning update: {last_update_file} at message #{last_update_line}")
print(f"Unsynced messages: {len(messages_after)}")
else:
print("No planning file updates found in previous session")
print("\n--- UNSYNCED CONTEXT ---")
for msg in messages_after[-15:]:
if msg['role'] == 'user':
print(f"USER: {msg['content'][:300]}")
else:
if msg.get('content'):
print(f"CLAUDE: {msg['content'][:300]}")
if msg.get('tools'):
print(f" Tools: {', '.join(msg['tools'][:4])}")
print("\n--- RECOMMENDED ---")
print("1. Run: git diff --stat")
print("2. Read: task_plan.md, progress.md, findings.md")
print("3. Update planning files based on above context")
print("4. Continue with task")
if __name__ == '__main__':
main()
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---
name: planning-with-files
version: "2.4.1"
version: "2.10.0"
description: Implements Manus-style file-based planning for complex tasks. Creates task_plan.md, findings.md, and progress.md. Use when starting complex multi-step tasks, research projects, or any task requiring >5 tool calls. Now with automatic session recovery after /clear.
user-invocable: true
allowed-tools:
@@ -28,10 +28,28 @@ hooks:
- type: command
command: |
SCRIPT_DIR="${CLAUDE_PLUGIN_ROOT:-$HOME/.claude/plugins/planning-with-files}/scripts"
if command -v pwsh &> /dev/null && [[ "$OSTYPE" == "msys" || "$OSTYPE" == "win32" || "$OS" == "Windows_NT" ]]; then
pwsh -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.ps1" 2>/dev/null || powershell -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.ps1" 2>/dev/null || bash "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.sh"
IS_WINDOWS=0
if [ "${OS-}" = "Windows_NT" ]; then
IS_WINDOWS=1
else
bash "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.sh"
UNAME_S="$(uname -s 2>/dev/null || echo '')"
case "$UNAME_S" in
CYGWIN*|MINGW*|MSYS*) IS_WINDOWS=1 ;;
esac
fi
if [ "$IS_WINDOWS" -eq 1 ]; then
if command -v pwsh >/dev/null 2>&1; then
pwsh -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.ps1" 2>/dev/null ||
powershell -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.ps1" 2>/dev/null ||
sh "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.sh"
else
powershell -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.ps1" 2>/dev/null ||
sh "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.sh"
fi
else
sh "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.sh"
fi
---
@@ -44,7 +62,13 @@ Work like Manus: Use persistent markdown files as your "working memory on disk."
**Before starting work**, check for unsynced context from a previous session:
```bash
python3 ${CLAUDE_PLUGIN_ROOT}/scripts/session-catchup.py "$(pwd)"
# Linux/macOS (auto-detects python3 or python)
$(command -v python3 || command -v python) ${CLAUDE_PLUGIN_ROOT}/scripts/session-catchup.py "$(pwd)"
```
```powershell
# Windows PowerShell
python "$env:USERPROFILE\.cursor\skills\planning-with-files\scripts\session-catchup.py" (Get-Location)
```
If catchup report shows unsynced context:
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---
name: planning-with-files
version: "2.4.1"
version: "2.10.0"
description: Implements Manus-style file-based planning for complex tasks. Creates task_plan.md, findings.md, and progress.md. Use when starting complex multi-step tasks, research projects, or any task requiring >5 tool calls. Now with automatic session recovery after /clear.
user-invocable: true
allowed-tools:
@@ -28,10 +28,28 @@ hooks:
- type: command
command: |
SCRIPT_DIR="${CLAUDE_PLUGIN_ROOT:-$HOME/.claude/plugins/planning-with-files}/scripts"
if command -v pwsh &> /dev/null && [[ "$OSTYPE" == "msys" || "$OSTYPE" == "win32" || "$OS" == "Windows_NT" ]]; then
pwsh -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.ps1" 2>/dev/null || powershell -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.ps1" 2>/dev/null || bash "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.sh"
IS_WINDOWS=0
if [ "${OS-}" = "Windows_NT" ]; then
IS_WINDOWS=1
else
bash "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.sh"
UNAME_S="$(uname -s 2>/dev/null || echo '')"
case "$UNAME_S" in
CYGWIN*|MINGW*|MSYS*) IS_WINDOWS=1 ;;
esac
fi
if [ "$IS_WINDOWS" -eq 1 ]; then
if command -v pwsh >/dev/null 2>&1; then
pwsh -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.ps1" 2>/dev/null ||
powershell -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.ps1" 2>/dev/null ||
sh "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.sh"
else
powershell -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.ps1" 2>/dev/null ||
sh "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.sh"
fi
else
sh "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.sh"
fi
---
@@ -44,7 +62,13 @@ Work like Manus: Use persistent markdown files as your "working memory on disk."
**Before starting work**, check for unsynced context from a previous session:
```bash
python3 ${CLAUDE_PLUGIN_ROOT}/scripts/session-catchup.py "$(pwd)"
# Linux/macOS (auto-detects python3 or python)
$(command -v python3 || command -v python) ${CLAUDE_PLUGIN_ROOT}/scripts/session-catchup.py "$(pwd)"
```
```powershell
# Windows PowerShell
python "$env:USERPROFILE\.kilocode\skills\planning-with-files\scripts\session-catchup.py" (Get-Location)
```
If catchup report shows unsynced context:
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# Check if all phases in task_plan.md are complete
# Exit 0 if complete, exit 1 if incomplete
# Used by Stop hook to verify task completion
param(
[string]$PlanFile = "task_plan.md"
)
if (-not (Test-Path $PlanFile)) {
Write-Host "ERROR: $PlanFile not found"
Write-Host "Cannot verify completion without a task plan."
exit 1
}
Write-Host "=== Task Completion Check ==="
Write-Host ""
# Read file content
$content = Get-Content $PlanFile -Raw
# Count phases by status
$TOTAL = ([regex]::Matches($content, "### Phase")).Count
$COMPLETE = ([regex]::Matches($content, "\*\*Status:\*\* complete")).Count
$IN_PROGRESS = ([regex]::Matches($content, "\*\*Status:\*\* in_progress")).Count
$PENDING = ([regex]::Matches($content, "\*\*Status:\*\* pending")).Count
Write-Host "Total phases: $TOTAL"
Write-Host "Complete: $COMPLETE"
Write-Host "In progress: $IN_PROGRESS"
Write-Host "Pending: $PENDING"
Write-Host ""
# Check completion
if ($COMPLETE -eq $TOTAL -and $TOTAL -gt 0) {
Write-Host "ALL PHASES COMPLETE"
exit 0
} else {
Write-Host "TASK NOT COMPLETE"
Write-Host ""
Write-Host "Do not stop until all phases are complete."
exit 1
}
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#!/bin/bash
# Check if all phases in task_plan.md are complete
# Exit 0 if complete, exit 1 if incomplete
# Used by Stop hook to verify task completion
PLAN_FILE="${1:-task_plan.md}"
if [ ! -f "$PLAN_FILE" ]; then
echo "ERROR: $PLAN_FILE not found"
echo "Cannot verify completion without a task plan."
exit 1
fi
echo "=== Task Completion Check ==="
echo ""
# Count phases by status (using -F for fixed string matching)
TOTAL=$(grep -c "### Phase" "$PLAN_FILE" || true)
COMPLETE=$(grep -cF "**Status:** complete" "$PLAN_FILE" || true)
IN_PROGRESS=$(grep -cF "**Status:** in_progress" "$PLAN_FILE" || true)
PENDING=$(grep -cF "**Status:** pending" "$PLAN_FILE" || true)
# Default to 0 if empty
: "${TOTAL:=0}"
: "${COMPLETE:=0}"
: "${IN_PROGRESS:=0}"
: "${PENDING:=0}"
echo "Total phases: $TOTAL"
echo "Complete: $COMPLETE"
echo "In progress: $IN_PROGRESS"
echo "Pending: $PENDING"
echo ""
# Check completion
if [ "$COMPLETE" -eq "$TOTAL" ] && [ "$TOTAL" -gt 0 ]; then
echo "ALL PHASES COMPLETE"
exit 0
else
echo "TASK NOT COMPLETE"
echo ""
echo "Do not stop until all phases are complete."
exit 1
fi
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# Initialize planning files for a new session
# Usage: .\init-session.ps1 [project-name]
param(
[string]$ProjectName = "project"
)
$DATE = Get-Date -Format "yyyy-MM-dd"
Write-Host "Initializing planning files for: $ProjectName"
# Create task_plan.md if it doesn't exist
if (-not (Test-Path "task_plan.md")) {
@"
# Task Plan: [Brief Description]
## Goal
[One sentence describing the end state]
## Current Phase
Phase 1
## Phases
### Phase 1: Requirements & Discovery
- [ ] Understand user intent
- [ ] Identify constraints
- [ ] Document in findings.md
- **Status:** in_progress
### Phase 2: Planning & Structure
- [ ] Define approach
- [ ] Create project structure
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 3: Implementation
- [ ] Execute the plan
- [ ] Write to files before executing
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 4: Testing & Verification
- [ ] Verify requirements met
- [ ] Document test results
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 5: Delivery
- [ ] Review outputs
- [ ] Deliver to user
- **Status:** pending
## Decisions Made
| Decision | Rationale |
|----------|-----------|
## Errors Encountered
| Error | Resolution |
|-------|------------|
"@ | Out-File -FilePath "task_plan.md" -Encoding UTF8
Write-Host "Created task_plan.md"
} else {
Write-Host "task_plan.md already exists, skipping"
}
# Create findings.md if it doesn't exist
if (-not (Test-Path "findings.md")) {
@"
# Findings & Decisions
## Requirements
-
## Research Findings
-
## Technical Decisions
| Decision | Rationale |
|----------|-----------|
## Issues Encountered
| Issue | Resolution |
|-------|------------|
## Resources
-
"@ | Out-File -FilePath "findings.md" -Encoding UTF8
Write-Host "Created findings.md"
} else {
Write-Host "findings.md already exists, skipping"
}
# Create progress.md if it doesn't exist
if (-not (Test-Path "progress.md")) {
@"
# Progress Log
## Session: $DATE
### Current Status
- **Phase:** 1 - Requirements & Discovery
- **Started:** $DATE
### Actions Taken
-
### Test Results
| Test | Expected | Actual | Status |
|------|----------|--------|--------|
### Errors
| Error | Resolution |
|-------|------------|
"@ | Out-File -FilePath "progress.md" -Encoding UTF8
Write-Host "Created progress.md"
} else {
Write-Host "progress.md already exists, skipping"
}
Write-Host ""
Write-Host "Planning files initialized!"
Write-Host "Files: task_plan.md, findings.md, progress.md"
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#!/bin/bash
# Initialize planning files for a new session
# Usage: ./init-session.sh [project-name]
set -e
PROJECT_NAME="${1:-project}"
DATE=$(date +%Y-%m-%d)
echo "Initializing planning files for: $PROJECT_NAME"
# Create task_plan.md if it doesn't exist
if [ ! -f "task_plan.md" ]; then
cat > task_plan.md << 'EOF'
# Task Plan: [Brief Description]
## Goal
[One sentence describing the end state]
## Current Phase
Phase 1
## Phases
### Phase 1: Requirements & Discovery
- [ ] Understand user intent
- [ ] Identify constraints
- [ ] Document in findings.md
- **Status:** in_progress
### Phase 2: Planning & Structure
- [ ] Define approach
- [ ] Create project structure
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 3: Implementation
- [ ] Execute the plan
- [ ] Write to files before executing
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 4: Testing & Verification
- [ ] Verify requirements met
- [ ] Document test results
- **Status:** pending
### Phase 5: Delivery
- [ ] Review outputs
- [ ] Deliver to user
- **Status:** pending
## Decisions Made
| Decision | Rationale |
|----------|-----------|
## Errors Encountered
| Error | Resolution |
|-------|------------|
EOF
echo "Created task_plan.md"
else
echo "task_plan.md already exists, skipping"
fi
# Create findings.md if it doesn't exist
if [ ! -f "findings.md" ]; then
cat > findings.md << 'EOF'
# Findings & Decisions
## Requirements
-
## Research Findings
-
## Technical Decisions
| Decision | Rationale |
|----------|-----------|
## Issues Encountered
| Issue | Resolution |
|-------|------------|
## Resources
-
EOF
echo "Created findings.md"
else
echo "findings.md already exists, skipping"
fi
# Create progress.md if it doesn't exist
if [ ! -f "progress.md" ]; then
cat > progress.md << EOF
# Progress Log
## Session: $DATE
### Current Status
- **Phase:** 1 - Requirements & Discovery
- **Started:** $DATE
### Actions Taken
-
### Test Results
| Test | Expected | Actual | Status |
|------|----------|--------|--------|
### Errors
| Error | Resolution |
|-------|------------|
EOF
echo "Created progress.md"
else
echo "progress.md already exists, skipping"
fi
echo ""
echo "Planning files initialized!"
echo "Files: task_plan.md, findings.md, progress.md"
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# Planning Rules
Critical rules for effective file-based planning.
## Rule 1: Create Plan First
Never start a complex task without `task_plan.md`. Non-negotiable.
## Rule 2: The 2-Action Rule
After every 2 view/browser/search operations, IMMEDIATELY save key findings to `findings.md`.
This prevents visual/multimodal information from being lost.
## Rule 3: Read Before Decide
Before major decisions, read `task_plan.md`. This keeps goals in your attention window.
## Rule 4: Update After Act
After completing any phase:
- Mark phase status: `in_progress` → `complete`
- Log any errors encountered
- Note files created/modified
## Rule 5: Log ALL Errors
Every error goes in the plan file with this format:
```markdown
## Errors Encountered
| Error | Attempt | Resolution |
|-------|---------|------------|
| FileNotFoundError | 1 | Created default config |
| API timeout | 2 | Added retry logic |
```
## Rule 6: Never Repeat Failures
If an action failed, the next action must be different. Track what you tried and mutate the approach.
## The 3-Strike Error Protocol
```
ATTEMPT 1: Diagnose & Fix
→ Read error carefully
→ Identify root cause
→ Apply targeted fix
ATTEMPT 2: Alternative Approach
→ Same error? Try different method
→ NEVER repeat exact same failing action
ATTEMPT 3: Broader Rethink
→ Question assumptions
→ Search for solutions
→ Consider updating the plan
AFTER 3 FAILURES: Escalate to User
```
## Read vs Write Decision Matrix
| Situation | Action | Reason |
|-----------|--------|--------|
| Just wrote a file | DON'T read | Content still in context |
| Viewed image/PDF | Write findings NOW | Multimodal → text before lost |
| Browser returned data | Write to file | Screenshots don't persist |
| Starting new phase | Read plan/findings | Re-orient if context stale |
| Error occurred | Read relevant file | Need current state to fix |
| Resuming after gap | Read all planning files | Recover state |
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# Planning File Templates
Copy these templates to your project root when starting complex tasks.
## task_plan.md Template
```markdown
# Task Plan
## Goal
[One sentence describing the end state]
## Current Phase
Phase X: [Name] - [Status]
## Phases
### Phase 1: [Name]
**Status:** pending | in_progress | complete
- [ ] Step 1
- [ ] Step 2
### Phase 2: [Name]
**Status:** pending
- [ ] Step 1
- [ ] Step 2
## Key Questions
- Question 1?
- Question 2?
## Decisions Made
| Decision | Rationale | Date |
|----------|-----------|------|
## Errors Encountered
| Error | Attempt | Resolution |
|-------|---------|------------|
```
## findings.md Template
```markdown
# Findings
## Requirements
- Requirement 1
- Requirement 2
## Research Findings
### [Topic 1]
- Finding 1
- Finding 2
## Technical Decisions
| Decision | Options Considered | Chosen | Why |
|----------|-------------------|--------|-----|
## Resources
- [Resource 1](url)
- [Resource 2](url)
```
## progress.md Template
```markdown
# Progress Log
## Session: [Date]
**Phase:** [Current phase]
**Start Time:** [Time]
### Actions Taken
1. Action 1
2. Action 2
### Files Modified
- `file1.js` — Added feature X
- `file2.py` — Fixed bug Y
### Test Results
| Test | Input | Expected | Actual | Status |
|------|-------|----------|--------|--------|
### Error Log
| Time | Error | Attempt | Resolution |
|------|-------|---------|------------|
```
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# Planning with Files Workflow
Use persistent markdown files as your "working memory on disk" — the Manus pattern that made a $2B acquisition.
## The Core Pattern
```
Context Window = RAM (volatile, limited)
Filesystem = Disk (persistent, unlimited)
→ Anything important gets written to disk.
```
## Required Files
Create these three files in your project root before starting complex tasks:
| File | Purpose | When to Update |
|------|---------|----------------|
| `task_plan.md` | Phases, progress, decisions | After each phase |
| `findings.md` | Research, discoveries | After ANY discovery |
| `progress.md` | Session log, test results | Throughout session |
## Quick Start
1. **Create `task_plan.md`** with goal, phases, and status tracking
2. **Create `findings.md`** for research and technical decisions
3. **Create `progress.md`** for session logging
4. **Re-read plan before decisions** — keeps goals in attention
5. **Update after each phase** — mark complete, log errors
## When to Use This Pattern
**Use for:**
- Multi-step tasks (3+ steps)
- Research tasks
- Building/creating projects
- Tasks spanning many tool calls
**Skip for:**
- Simple questions
- Single-file edits
- Quick lookups
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---
name: planning-with-files
version: "2.4.1"
version: "2.10.0"
description: Implements Manus-style file-based planning for complex tasks. Creates task_plan.md, findings.md, and progress.md. Use when starting complex multi-step tasks, research projects, or any task requiring >5 tool calls. Now with automatic session recovery after /clear.
user-invocable: true
allowed-tools:
@@ -28,10 +28,28 @@ hooks:
- type: command
command: |
SCRIPT_DIR="${CLAUDE_PLUGIN_ROOT:-$HOME/.claude/plugins/planning-with-files}/scripts"
if command -v pwsh &> /dev/null && [[ "$OSTYPE" == "msys" || "$OSTYPE" == "win32" || "$OS" == "Windows_NT" ]]; then
pwsh -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.ps1" 2>/dev/null || powershell -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.ps1" 2>/dev/null || bash "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.sh"
IS_WINDOWS=0
if [ "${OS-}" = "Windows_NT" ]; then
IS_WINDOWS=1
else
bash "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.sh"
UNAME_S="$(uname -s 2>/dev/null || echo '')"
case "$UNAME_S" in
CYGWIN*|MINGW*|MSYS*) IS_WINDOWS=1 ;;
esac
fi
if [ "$IS_WINDOWS" -eq 1 ]; then
if command -v pwsh >/dev/null 2>&1; then
pwsh -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.ps1" 2>/dev/null ||
powershell -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.ps1" 2>/dev/null ||
sh "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.sh"
else
powershell -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.ps1" 2>/dev/null ||
sh "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.sh"
fi
else
sh "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.sh"
fi
---
@@ -44,7 +62,13 @@ Work like Manus: Use persistent markdown files as your "working memory on disk."
**Before starting work**, check for unsynced context from a previous session:
```bash
python3 ${CLAUDE_PLUGIN_ROOT}/scripts/session-catchup.py "$(pwd)"
# Linux/macOS (auto-detects python3 or python)
$(command -v python3 || command -v python) ${CLAUDE_PLUGIN_ROOT}/scripts/session-catchup.py "$(pwd)"
```
```powershell
# Windows PowerShell
python "$env:USERPROFILE\.opencode\skills\planning-with-files\scripts\session-catchup.py" (Get-Location)
```
If catchup report shows unsynced context:
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All notable changes to this project will be documented in this file.
## [2.11.0] - 2026-01-26
### Added
- **`/plan` Command for Easier Autocomplete** (Issue #39)
- Added `commands/plan.md` creating `/planning-with-files:plan` command
- Users can now type `/plan` and see the command in autocomplete
- Shorter alternative to `/planning-with-files:start`
- Works immediately after plugin installation - no extra setup required
### Usage
After installing the plugin, you have two command options:
| Command | How to Find | Works Since |
|---------|-------------|-------------|
| `/planning-with-files:plan` | Type `/plan` | v2.11.0 |
| `/planning-with-files:start` | Type `/planning` | v2.6.0 |
### Thanks
- @wqh17101 for persistent reminders in Discussion #36
- @dalisoft, @zoffyzhang, @yyuziyu for feedback and workarounds in Issue #39
- Community for patience while we found the right solution
---
## [2.10.0] - 2026-01-26
### Added
- **Kiro Support** (Issue #55 by @453783374)
- Native Kiro steering files integration
- Created `.kiro/steering/` with planning workflow, rules, and templates
- Added helper scripts in `.kiro/scripts/`
- Added `docs/kiro.md` installation guide
- Added Kiro badge to README
### Note
Kiro uses **Steering Files** (`.kiro/steering/*.md`) instead of the standard `SKILL.md` format. The steering files are automatically loaded by Kiro in every interaction.
---
## [2.9.0] - 2026-01-26
### Added
- **Clawd CLI Support**
- Added Clawd CLI integration for workspace and local skills
- Created `.clawd/skills/planning-with-files/` skill bundle
- Full templates, scripts, and references included
- Cross-platform support (macOS, Linux, Windows)
- Added `docs/clawd.md` installation guide
- Added Clawd CLI badge to README
### Changed
- Updated plugin.json description to highlight multi-IDE support
- Added new keywords: clawd, clawdbot, clawdhub, gemini, cursor, continue, multi-ide, agent-skills
- Now supports 10+ AI coding assistants
---
## [2.8.0] - 2026-01-26
### Added
- **Continue IDE Support** (PR #56 by @murphyXu)
- Added Continue.dev integration for VS Code and JetBrains IDEs
- Created `.continue/skills/planning-with-files/` skill bundle
- Created `.continue/prompts/planning-with-files.prompt` slash command (Chinese)
- Added `docs/continue.md` installation guide
- Added `scripts/check-continue.sh` validator
- Full templates, scripts, and references included
### Fixed
- **POSIX sh Compatibility** (PR #57 by @SaladDay)
- Fixed Stop hook failures on Debian/Ubuntu systems using dash as `/bin/sh`
- Replaced bash-only syntax (`[[`, `&>`) with POSIX-compliant constructs
- Added shell-agnostic Windows detection using `uname -s` and `$OS`
- Applied fix to all 5 IDE-specific SKILL.md files
- Addresses issue reported by @aqlkzf in #32
### Thanks
- @murphyXu for Continue IDE integration (PR #56)
- @SaladDay for POSIX sh compatibility fix (PR #57)
---
## [2.7.1] - 2026-01-22
### Fixed
- **Dynamic Python Command Detection** (Issue #41 by @wqh17101)
- Replaced hardcoded `python3` with dynamic detection: `$(command -v python3 || command -v python)`
- Added Windows PowerShell commands using `python` directly
- Fixed in all 5 IDE-specific SKILL.md files (Claude Code, Codex, Cursor, Kilocode, OpenCode)
- Resolves compatibility issues on Windows/Anaconda where only `python` exists
### Thanks
- @wqh17101 for reporting and suggesting the fix (Issue #41)
---
## [2.7.0] - 2026-01-22
### Added
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- Updated documentation for multi-IDE support
- **Impact:** Windows compatibility and IDE ecosystem expansion
- **[@SaladDay](https://github.com/SaladDay)** - [PR #57](https://github.com/OthmanAdi/planning-with-files/pull/57)
- Fixed Stop hook POSIX sh compatibility for Debian/Ubuntu
- Replaced bashisms (`[[`, `&>`) with POSIX constructs
- Added shell-agnostic Windows detection using `uname -s`
- **Impact:** Fixes hook failures on systems using dash as `/bin/sh`
- **[@murphyXu](https://github.com/murphyXu)** - [PR #56](https://github.com/OthmanAdi/planning-with-files/pull/56)
- Added Continue IDE integration (VS Code / JetBrains)
- Created `.continue/skills/` and `.continue/prompts/` structure
- Added Chinese language slash command prompt
- Created `docs/continue.md` installation guide
- **Impact:** Expands IDE support to Continue.dev ecosystem
- **[@ZWkang](https://github.com/ZWkang)** - [PR #60](https://github.com/OthmanAdi/planning-with-files/pull/60)
- Added CodeBuddy IDE integration (Tencent Cloud AI coding assistant)
- Created `.codebuddy/skills/` folder with full skill structure
- Added templates, scripts, and references for CodeBuddy
- Created `docs/codebuddy.md` installation guide
- **Impact:** Expands IDE support to CodeBuddy ecosystem
### Other Contributors
- **[@tobrun](https://github.com/tobrun)** - [PR #3](https://github.com/OthmanAdi/planning-with-files/pull/3)
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---
**Total Contributors:** 10+ and growing!
**Total Contributors:** 11+ and growing!
*Last updated: January 17, 2026*
*Last updated: January 27, 2026*
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[![Cursor Skills](https://img.shields.io/badge/Cursor-Skills-purple)](https://docs.cursor.com/context/skills)
[![Kilocode Skills](https://img.shields.io/badge/Kilocode-Skills-orange)](https://kilo.ai/docs/agent-behavior/skills)
[![Gemini CLI](https://img.shields.io/badge/Gemini%20CLI-Skills-4285F4)](https://geminicli.com/docs/cli/skills/)
[![Version](https://img.shields.io/badge/version-2.7.0-brightgreen)](https://github.com/OthmanAdi/planning-with-files/releases)
[![Clawd CLI](https://img.shields.io/badge/Clawd%20CLI-Skills-FF6B6B)](https://docs.clawd.bot/tools/skills)
[![Kiro](https://img.shields.io/badge/Kiro-Steering-00D4AA)](https://kiro.dev/docs/cli/steering/)
[![AdaL CLI](https://img.shields.io/badge/AdaL%20CLI-Skills-9B59B6)](https://docs.sylph.ai/features/plugins-and-skills)
[![Version](https://img.shields.io/badge/version-2.12.0-brightgreen)](https://github.com/OthmanAdi/planning-with-files/releases)
[![SkillCheck Validated](https://img.shields.io/badge/SkillCheck-Validated-4c1)](https://getskillcheck.com)
## Quick Install
@@ -28,9 +31,14 @@ A Claude Code plugin that transforms your workflow to use persistent markdown fi
claude plugins install OthmanAdi/planning-with-files
```
That's it! Now use `/planning-with-files:start` in Claude Code.
That's it! Now use one of these commands in Claude Code:
**Alternative:** If you want `/planning-with-files` (without `:start`), copy skills to your local folder:
| Command | Autocomplete | Description |
|---------|--------------|-------------|
| `/planning-with-files:plan` | Type `/plan` | Shorter command (v2.11.0+) |
| `/planning-with-files:start` | Type `/planning` | Original command |
**Alternative:** If you want `/planning-with-files` (without prefix), copy skills to your local folder:
```bash
# Optional: Copy skills for /planning-with-files command
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|-----|--------|-------------------|--------|
| Claude Code | ✅ Full Support | [Installation](docs/installation.md) | Plugin + SKILL.md |
| Gemini CLI | ✅ Full Support | [Gemini Setup](docs/gemini.md) | Agent Skills |
| Clawd CLI | ✅ Full Support | [Clawd Setup](docs/clawd.md) | Workspace/Local Skills |
| Kiro | ✅ Full Support | [Kiro Setup](docs/kiro.md) | Steering Files |
| Cursor | ✅ Full Support | [Cursor Setup](docs/cursor.md) | Skills |
| Continue | ✅ Full Support | [Continue Setup](docs/continue.md) | Skills + Prompt files |
| Kilocode | ✅ Full Support | [Kilocode Setup](docs/kilocode.md) | Skills |
| OpenCode | ✅ Full Support | [OpenCode Setup](docs/opencode.md) | Personal/Project Skill |
| Codex | ✅ Full Support | [Codex Setup](docs/codex.md) | Personal Skill |
| FactoryAI Droid | ✅ Full Support | [Factory Setup](docs/factory.md) | Workspace/Personal Skill |
| Antigravity | ✅ Full Support | [Antigravity Setup](docs/antigravity.md) | Workspace/Personal Skill |
| CodeBuddy | ✅ Full Support | [CodeBuddy Setup](docs/codebuddy.md) | Workspace/Personal Skill |
| AdaL CLI (Sylph AI) | ✅ Full Support | [AdaL Setup](docs/adal.md) | Personal/Project Skills |
> **Note:** If your IDE uses the legacy Rules system instead of Skills, see the [`legacy-rules-support`](https://github.com/OthmanAdi/planning-with-files/tree/legacy-rules-support) branch.
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| [Workflow Diagram](docs/workflow.md) | Visual diagram of how files and hooks interact |
| [Troubleshooting](docs/troubleshooting.md) | Common issues and solutions |
| [Gemini CLI Setup](docs/gemini.md) | Google Gemini CLI integration guide |
| [Clawd CLI Setup](docs/clawd.md) | Clawd CLI integration guide |
| [Kiro Setup](docs/kiro.md) | Kiro steering files integration |
| [Cursor Setup](docs/cursor.md) | Cursor IDE-specific instructions |
| [Continue Setup](docs/continue.md) | Continue integration guide (skills + slash prompt) |
| [Windows Setup](docs/windows.md) | Windows-specific notes |
| [Kilo Code Support](docs/kilocode.md) | Kilo Code integration guide |
| [Codex Setup](docs/codex.md) | Codex IDE installation and usage |
| [OpenCode Setup](docs/opencode.md) | OpenCode IDE installation, oh-my-opencode config |
| [FactoryAI Droid Setup](docs/factory.md) | FactoryAI Droid integration guide |
| [Antigravity Setup](docs/antigravity.md) | Antigravity IDE integration guide |
| [CodeBuddy Setup](docs/codebuddy.md) | CodeBuddy IDE integration guide |
| [AdaL CLI Setup](docs/adal.md) | AdaL CLI / Sylph AI integration guide |
## Versions
| Version | Features | Install |
|---------|----------|---------|
| **v2.7.0** (current) | Gemini CLI support | `claude plugins install OthmanAdi/planning-with-files` |
| **v2.12.0** (current) | AdaL CLI / Sylph AI support | `claude plugins install OthmanAdi/planning-with-files` |
| **v2.11.0** | `/plan` command for easier autocomplete | See [releases](https://github.com/OthmanAdi/planning-with-files/releases) |
| **v2.10.0** | Kiro steering files support | See [releases](https://github.com/OthmanAdi/planning-with-files/releases) |
| **v2.9.0** | Clawd CLI support | See [releases](https://github.com/OthmanAdi/planning-with-files/releases) |
| **v2.8.0** | Continue IDE support, POSIX sh compatibility fix | See [releases](https://github.com/OthmanAdi/planning-with-files/releases) |
| **v2.7.1** | Dynamic Python detection fix | See [releases](https://github.com/OthmanAdi/planning-with-files/releases) |
| **v2.7.0** | Gemini CLI support | See [releases](https://github.com/OthmanAdi/planning-with-files/releases) |
| **v2.6.0** | Start command (`/planning-with-files:start`), path resolution fix | See [releases](https://github.com/OthmanAdi/planning-with-files/releases) |
| **v2.5.0** | Fixed autocomplete - SKILL.md matches Anthropic format | See [releases](https://github.com/OthmanAdi/planning-with-files/releases) |
| **v2.3.0** | Codex & OpenCode IDE support | See [releases](https://github.com/OthmanAdi/planning-with-files/releases) |
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5. **Log errors** for future reference
6. **Verify completion** before stopping (via Stop hook)
Or invoke manually with `/planning-with-files:start` (or `/planning-with-files` if you copied skills).
Or invoke manually:
- `/planning-with-files:plan` - Type `/plan` to find in autocomplete (v2.11.0+)
- `/planning-with-files:start` - Type `/planning` to find in autocomplete
- `/planning-with-files` - Only if you copied skills to `~/.claude/skills/`
See [docs/quickstart.md](docs/quickstart.md) for the full 5-step guide.
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```
planning-with-files/
├── commands/ # Plugin commands
│ ├── plan.md # /planning-with-files:plan command (v2.11.0+)
│ └── start.md # /planning-with-files:start command
├── templates/ # Root-level templates (for CLAUDE_PLUGIN_ROOT)
├── scripts/ # Root-level scripts (for CLAUDE_PLUGIN_ROOT)
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│ └── skills/
├── .kilocode/ # Kilo Code skills
│ └── skills/
├── .adal/ # AdaL CLI / Sylph AI skills
│ └── skills/
├── CHANGELOG.md
├── LICENSE
└── README.md
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---
description: "Start Manus-style file-based planning. Creates task_plan.md, findings.md, progress.md for complex tasks."
---
Invoke the planning-with-files:planning-with-files skill and follow it exactly as presented to you.
Create the three planning files in the current project directory if they don't exist:
- task_plan.md — for phases, progress, and decisions
- findings.md — for research and discoveries
- progress.md — for session logging
Then guide the user through the planning workflow.
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# AdaL CLI / Sylph AI Setup
How to use planning-with-files with AdaL CLI (Sylph AI).
---
## About AdaL
[AdaL](https://docs.sylph.ai/) is a CLI tool from SylphAI that brings AI-powered coding assistance to your terminal. AdaL skills are **compatible with Claude Code skills**, so you can use the same skill format.
---
## Installation
### Option 1: Via Plugin Marketplace (Recommended)
```bash
# Add the marketplace (one-time setup)
/plugin marketplace add OthmanAdi/planning-with-files
# Browse and install via dialog
/plugin
# Or install directly
/plugin install planning-with-files@planning-with-files
```
### Option 2: Copy to personal skills directory
```bash
git clone https://github.com/OthmanAdi/planning-with-files.git
cp -r planning-with-files/.adal/skills/planning-with-files ~/.adal/skills/
```
### Option 3: Copy to project skills directory
```bash
git clone https://github.com/OthmanAdi/planning-with-files.git
cp -r planning-with-files/.adal/skills/planning-with-files .adal/skills/
```
### Option 4: Windows (PowerShell)
```powershell
git clone https://github.com/OthmanAdi/planning-with-files.git
Copy-Item -Recurse -Path "planning-with-files\.adal\skills\planning-with-files" -Destination "$env:USERPROFILE\.adal\skills\"
```
---
## Skill Locations
AdaL supports three skill sources:
| Source | Location | Use Case |
|--------|----------|----------|
| Personal | `~/.adal/skills/` | Your custom skills (highest priority) |
| Project | `.adal/skills/` | Team skills shared via git |
| Plugin | `~/.adal/plugin-cache/` | External skills from GitHub (lowest priority) |
---
## Using /skills Command
In AdaL, view all active skills with:
```
/skills
```
This shows skills from all sources (personal, project, plugins):
```
> Skills (Page 1/1)
Personal (~/.adal/skills/):
planning-with-files
Project (.adal/skills/):
(none)
Plugins:
(none)
```
---
## Using /plugin Commands
Manage external skills from GitHub:
| Command | Description |
|---------|-------------|
| `/plugin marketplace add <owner/repo>` | Add a marketplace (one-time setup) |
| `/plugin` | Browse available plugins and marketplaces |
| `/plugin install <plugin>@<marketplace>` | Install a plugin |
| `/plugin uninstall <plugin>@<marketplace>` | Uninstall a plugin |
| `/plugin marketplace remove <name>` | Remove a marketplace |
---
## File Structure
```
your-project/
├── .adal/
│ └── skills/
│ └── planning-with-files/
│ ├── SKILL.md
│ ├── templates/
│ │ ├── task_plan.md
│ │ ├── findings.md
│ │ └── progress.md
│ ├── scripts/
│ │ ├── init-session.sh
│ │ ├── init-session.ps1
│ │ ├── check-complete.sh
│ │ ├── check-complete.ps1
│ │ └── session-catchup.py
│ └── references/
│ ├── examples.md
│ └── reference.md
├── task_plan.md ← Your planning files go here
├── findings.md
├── progress.md
└── ...
```
---
## Templates
The templates in `.adal/skills/planning-with-files/templates/` work in AdaL:
- `task_plan.md` - Phase tracking template
- `findings.md` - Research storage template
- `progress.md` - Session logging template
Copy them to your project root when starting a new task.
---
## Scripts
Helper scripts for manual execution (AdaL executes scripts via bash):
```bash
# Initialize planning files
bash ~/.adal/skills/planning-with-files/scripts/init-session.sh
# Check task completion
bash ~/.adal/skills/planning-with-files/scripts/check-complete.sh
# Session recovery
python ~/.adal/skills/planning-with-files/scripts/session-catchup.py $(pwd)
```
Windows PowerShell:
```powershell
# Initialize planning files
powershell -File "$env:USERPROFILE\.adal\skills\planning-with-files\scripts\init-session.ps1"
# Check task completion
powershell -File "$env:USERPROFILE\.adal\skills\planning-with-files\scripts\check-complete.ps1"
```
---
## Tips for AdaL Users
1. **Use /skills command:** Verify planning-with-files is active after installation.
2. **Use explicit prompts:** Be explicit when starting complex tasks:
```
This is a complex task. Let's use the planning-with-files pattern.
Start by creating task_plan.md with the goal and phases.
```
3. **Pin planning files:** Keep task_plan.md open for easy reference.
4. **Re-read plan before decisions:** Periodically ask AdaL to read task_plan.md to refresh goals.
5. **Check status regularly:** Verify all phases are complete before finishing.
---
## Need Help?
- AdaL Documentation: [docs.sylph.ai](https://docs.sylph.ai/)
- Open an issue at [github.com/OthmanAdi/planning-with-files/issues](https://github.com/OthmanAdi/planning-with-files/issues)
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# Clawd CLI Setup
How to use planning-with-files with [Clawd CLI](https://clawd.bot).
---
## What This Integration Adds
- Workspace skill: `.clawd/skills/planning-with-files/`
- Full templates, scripts, and reference documentation
- Cross-platform support (macOS, Linux, Windows)
Clawd CLI supports three skill locations (in precedence order):
1. **Workspace skills** (highest priority): `<workspace>/skills/`
2. **Managed/local skills**: `~/.clawdbot/skills/`
3. **Bundled skills** (lowest priority): shipped with install
---
## Installation (Workspace, recommended)
Copy the skill to your project:
```bash
# Clone the repo
git clone https://github.com/OthmanAdi/planning-with-files.git
# Copy the Clawd skill to your workspace
cp -r planning-with-files/.clawd/skills/planning-with-files skills/
# Clean up
rm -rf planning-with-files
```
---
## Installation (Global)
Install to your local Clawd skills directory:
```bash
# Clone the repo
git clone https://github.com/OthmanAdi/planning-with-files.git
# Copy to global Clawd skills
mkdir -p ~/.clawdbot/skills
cp -r planning-with-files/.clawd/skills/planning-with-files ~/.clawdbot/skills/
# Clean up
rm -rf planning-with-files
```
---
## Installation (ClawdHub)
If available on ClawdHub:
```bash
clawdhub install planning-with-files
```
---
## Verify Installation
```bash
# List all skills
clawdbot skills list
# Check if planning-with-files is loaded
clawdbot skills info planning-with-files
```
---
## Usage
1. Start a Clawd session in your project directory
2. For complex tasks, the skill will guide you to create:
- `task_plan.md` — Phase tracking and decisions
- `findings.md` — Research and discoveries
- `progress.md` — Session log and test results
3. Follow the workflow: plan first, update after each phase
---
## Helper Scripts
From your project root:
```bash
# Initialize all planning files
bash skills/planning-with-files/scripts/init-session.sh
# Or on Windows PowerShell
powershell -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File skills/planning-with-files/scripts/init-session.ps1
# Verify all phases are complete
bash skills/planning-with-files/scripts/check-complete.sh
```
---
## Configuration (Optional)
Configure the skill in `~/.clawdbot/clawdbot.json`:
```json5
{
skills: {
entries: {
"planning-with-files": {
enabled: true
}
}
}
}
```
---
## Notes
- Clawd CLI snapshots eligible skills when a session starts
- Workspace skills take precedence over bundled skills
- The skill works on all platforms: macOS, Linux, and Windows
- Planning files are tool-agnostic and work across Claude Code, Cursor, and other IDEs
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# CodeBuddy IDE Setup
Using planning-with-files with [CodeBuddy](https://codebuddy.ai/).
---
## Installation
CodeBuddy auto-discovers skills from `.codebuddy/skills/` directories. Two installation methods:
### Method 1: Workspace Installation (Recommended)
Share the skill with your entire team by adding it to your repository:
```bash
# In your project repository
git clone https://github.com/OthmanAdi/planning-with-files.git /tmp/planning-with-files
# Copy the CodeBuddy skill to your repo
cp -r /tmp/planning-with-files/.codebuddy .
# Commit to share with team
git add .codebuddy/
git commit -m "Add planning-with-files skill for CodeBuddy"
git push
# Clean up
rm -rf /tmp/planning-with-files
```
Now everyone on your team using CodeBuddy will have access to the skill!
### Method 2: Personal Installation
Install just for yourself:
```bash
# Clone the repo
git clone https://github.com/OthmanAdi/planning-with-files.git /tmp/planning-with-files
# Copy to your personal CodeBuddy skills folder
mkdir -p ~/.codebuddy/skills
cp -r /tmp/planning-with-files/.codebuddy/skills/planning-with-files ~/.codebuddy/skills/
# Clean up
rm -rf /tmp/planning-with-files
```
### Verification
Restart your CodeBuddy session, then the skill will auto-activate when you work on complex tasks.
No slash command needed - CodeBuddy automatically invokes skills based on your task description!
---
## How It Works
### Auto-Activation
CodeBuddy scans your task and automatically activates the skill when you:
- Mention "complex task" or "multi-step project"
- Request planning or organization
- Start research tasks
- Work on projects requiring >5 steps
### Trigger Phrases
Increase auto-activation likelihood by using these phrases:
- "Create a task plan for..."
- "This is a multi-step project..."
- "I need planning for..."
- "Help me organize this complex task..."
### Example Request
```
I need to build a REST API with authentication,
database integration, and comprehensive testing.
This is a complex multi-step project that will
require careful planning.
```
CodeBuddy will automatically invoke `planning-with-files` and create the three planning files.
---
## The Three Files
Once activated, the skill creates:
| File | Purpose | Location |
|------|---------|----------|
| `task_plan.md` | Phases, progress, decisions | Your project root |
| `findings.md` | Research, discoveries | Your project root |
| `progress.md` | Session log, test results | Your project root |
### Templates
The skill includes starter templates in `.codebuddy/skills/planning-with-files/references/`:
- `task_plan.md` — Phase tracking template
- `findings.md` — Research storage template
- `progress.md` — Session logging template
---
## Usage Pattern
### 1. Start Complex Task
Describe your task with complexity indicators:
```
I'm building a user authentication system.
This is a multi-phase project requiring database
setup, API endpoints, testing, and documentation.
```
### 2. Skill Auto-Activates
CodeBuddy invokes `planning-with-files` and creates the planning files.
### 3. Work Through Phases
The AI will:
- ✅ Create `task_plan.md` with phases
- ✅ Update progress as work completes
- ✅ Store research in `findings.md`
- ✅ Log actions in `progress.md`
- ✅ Re-read plans before major decisions
### 4. Track Everything
All important information gets written to disk, not lost in context window.
---
## Skill Features
### The 3-Strike Error Protocol
When errors occur, the AI:
1. **Attempt 1:** Diagnose and fix
2. **Attempt 2:** Try alternative approach
3. **Attempt 3:** Broader rethink
4. **After 3 failures:** Escalate to you
### The 2-Action Rule
After every 2 search/view operations, findings are saved to `findings.md`.
Prevents losing visual/multimodal information.
### Read Before Decide
Before major decisions, the AI re-reads planning files to refresh goals.
Prevents goal drift in long sessions.
---
## Team Workflow
### Workspace Skills (Recommended)
With workspace installation (`.codebuddy/skills/`):
- ✅ Everyone on team has the skill
- ✅ Consistent planning across projects
- ✅ Version controlled with your repo
- ✅ Changes sync via git
### Personal Skills
With personal installation (`~/.codebuddy/skills/`):
- ✅ Use across all your projects
- ✅ Keep it even if you switch teams
- ❌ Not shared with teammates
---
## Why This Works
This pattern is why Manus AI (acquired by Meta for $2 billion) succeeded:
> "Markdown is my 'working memory' on disk. Since I process information iteratively and my active context has limits, Markdown files serve as scratch pads for notes, checkpoints for progress, building blocks for final deliverables."
> — Manus AI
**Key insight:** Context window = RAM (volatile). Filesystem = Disk (persistent).
Write important information to disk, not context.
---
## Troubleshooting
### Skill Not Activating?
1. **Add trigger phrases:** Use "complex task", "multi-step", "planning" in your request
2. **Be explicit:** Mention number of phases or complexity
3. **Restart CodeBuddy:** Agent rescans skills on restart
### Files Not Created?
Check:
- Current directory is writable
- No file permission issues
- Agent has file system access
### Need Templates?
Templates are in:
- **Workspace:** `.codebuddy/skills/planning-with-files/references/`
- **Personal:** `~/.codebuddy/skills/planning-with-files/references/`
Copy them to your project root and customize.
---
## Advanced: Customization
### Modify the Skill
Edit `.codebuddy/skills/planning-with-files/SKILL.md` to customize:
- Change trigger phrases in description
- Adjust planning patterns
- Add team-specific rules
### Add Custom Templates
Place custom templates in:
```
.codebuddy/skills/planning-with-files/references/
```
CodeBuddy will reference them automatically.
---
## Agent Skills Standard
This skill follows the [Agent Skills Specification](https://agentskills.io/specification), an open standard for AI coding assistants.
The same skill format works across:
- CodeBuddy
- Claude Code
- Cursor
- And other Agent Skills-compatible IDEs
---
## Support
- **GitHub Issues:** https://github.com/OthmanAdi/planning-with-files/issues
- **CodeBuddy Docs:** https://www.codebuddy.ai/docs/ide/Features/Skills
- **Agent Skills Spec:** https://agentskills.io/specification
- **Author:** [@OthmanAdi](https://github.com/OthmanAdi)
---
## See Also
- [Quick Start Guide](quickstart.md)
- [Workflow Diagram](workflow.md)
- [Manus Principles](../skills/planning-with-files/reference.md)
- [Real Examples](../skills/planning-with-files/examples.md)
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# Continue Setup
How to use planning-with-files with Continue (VS Code / JetBrains).
---
## What This Integration Adds
- Project-level skill: `.continue/skills/planning-with-files/`
- Project-level slash command prompt: `.continue/prompts/planning-with-files.prompt` (Markdown)
Continue supports both **project-level** (`<repo>/.continue/...`) and **global** (`~/.continue/...`) locations.
---
## Installation (Project-level, recommended)
In your project root:
```bash
git clone https://github.com/OthmanAdi/planning-with-files.git
cp -r planning-with-files/.continue .continue
```
Restart Continue (or reload the IDE) so it picks up the new files.
---
## Installation (Global)
Copy the skill and prompt into your global Continue directory:
```bash
git clone https://github.com/OthmanAdi/planning-with-files.git
mkdir -p ~/.continue/skills ~/.continue/prompts
cp -r planning-with-files/.continue/skills/planning-with-files ~/.continue/skills/
cp planning-with-files/.continue/prompts/planning-with-files.prompt ~/.continue/prompts/
```
Restart Continue (or reload the IDE) so it picks up the new files.
---
## Usage
1. In Continue chat, run:
- `/planning-with-files`
2. The prompt will guide you to:
- Ensure `task_plan.md`, `findings.md`, `progress.md` exist in your repo root
- Update these files throughout the task
---
## Helper Scripts (Optional)
From your project root:
```bash
# Create task_plan.md / findings.md / progress.md (if missing)
bash .continue/skills/planning-with-files/scripts/init-session.sh
# Verify all phases marked complete (expects task_plan.md format)
bash .continue/skills/planning-with-files/scripts/check-complete.sh
# Recover unsynced context from last Claude Code session (if you also use Claude Code)
python3 .continue/skills/planning-with-files/scripts/session-catchup.py "$(pwd)"
```
---
## Notes & Limitations
- Continue does not run Claude Code hooks (PreToolUse/PostToolUse/Stop). The workflow is manual: re-read `task_plan.md` before decisions and update it after each phase.
- The three planning files are tool-agnostic and can be used across Claude Code, Cursor, Gemini CLI, and Continue.
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# Kiro Setup
How to use planning-with-files with [Kiro](https://kiro.dev).
---
## Important: Kiro Uses Steering Files
Kiro doesn't use the standard `SKILL.md` format. Instead, it uses **Steering Files** — markdown documents in `.kiro/steering/` that provide persistent project knowledge.
See: [Kiro Steering Docs](https://kiro.dev/docs/cli/steering/)
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## What This Integration Adds
```
.kiro/
├── steering/
│ ├── planning-workflow.md # Core workflow and quick start
│ ├── planning-rules.md # Critical rules and error protocols
│ └── planning-templates.md # Templates for task_plan, findings, progress
└── scripts/
├── init-session.sh # Initialize planning files (Bash)
├── init-session.ps1 # Initialize planning files (PowerShell)
├── check-complete.sh # Verify phases complete (Bash)
└── check-complete.ps1 # Verify phases complete (PowerShell)
```
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## Installation (Workspace)
Copy to your project:
```bash
git clone https://github.com/OthmanAdi/planning-with-files.git
cp -r planning-with-files/.kiro .kiro
rm -rf planning-with-files
```
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## Installation (Global)
Copy to your global Kiro config:
```bash
git clone https://github.com/OthmanAdi/planning-with-files.git
mkdir -p ~/.kiro/steering ~/.kiro/scripts
cp planning-with-files/.kiro/steering/* ~/.kiro/steering/
cp planning-with-files/.kiro/scripts/* ~/.kiro/scripts/
rm -rf planning-with-files
```
Global steering applies to all your projects.
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## Usage
1. Start Kiro in your project
2. For complex tasks, create the planning files:
```bash
# Using the init script
bash .kiro/scripts/init-session.sh
# Or manually create:
# - task_plan.md
# - findings.md
# - progress.md
```
3. The steering files automatically guide Kiro to:
- Create plans before complex tasks
- Update findings after research
- Log progress and errors
- Follow the 3-strike error protocol
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## How Steering Works
Kiro loads steering files automatically in every interaction. The planning guidance becomes part of Kiro's project understanding without you needing to explain it each time.
| File | Purpose |
|------|---------|
| `planning-workflow.md` | Core pattern and quick start |
| `planning-rules.md` | Critical rules and error handling |
| `planning-templates.md` | Copy-paste templates |
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## Helper Scripts
```bash
# Initialize all planning files
bash .kiro/scripts/init-session.sh
# Windows PowerShell
powershell -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File .kiro/scripts/init-session.ps1
# Verify all phases complete
bash .kiro/scripts/check-complete.sh
```
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## Notes
- Steering files are loaded automatically — no manual invocation needed
- Workspace steering (`.kiro/`) takes priority over global (`~/.kiro/`)
- Planning files (`task_plan.md`, etc.) go in your project root, not in `.kiro/`
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#!/bin/bash
set -euo pipefail
missing=0
require_file() {
local path="$1"
if [ ! -f "$path" ]; then
echo "Missing: $path"
missing=1
fi
}
require_file ".continue/prompts/planning-with-files.prompt"
require_file ".continue/skills/planning-with-files/SKILL.md"
require_file ".continue/skills/planning-with-files/examples.md"
require_file ".continue/skills/planning-with-files/reference.md"
require_file ".continue/skills/planning-with-files/scripts/init-session.sh"
require_file ".continue/skills/planning-with-files/scripts/init-session.ps1"
require_file ".continue/skills/planning-with-files/scripts/check-complete.sh"
require_file ".continue/skills/planning-with-files/scripts/check-complete.ps1"
require_file ".continue/skills/planning-with-files/scripts/session-catchup.py"
if [ "$missing" -ne 0 ]; then
exit 1
fi
case ".continue/prompts/planning-with-files.prompt" in
*.prompt) ;;
*) echo "Prompt file must end with .prompt"; exit 1 ;;
esac
echo "Continue integration files look OK."
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---
name: planning-with-files
version: "2.4.1"
version: "2.10.0"
description: Implements Manus-style file-based planning for complex tasks. Creates task_plan.md, findings.md, and progress.md. Use when starting complex multi-step tasks, research projects, or any task requiring >5 tool calls. Now with automatic session recovery after /clear.
user-invocable: true
allowed-tools:
@@ -28,10 +28,28 @@ hooks:
- type: command
command: |
SCRIPT_DIR="${CLAUDE_PLUGIN_ROOT:-$HOME/.claude/plugins/planning-with-files}/scripts"
if command -v pwsh &> /dev/null && [[ "$OSTYPE" == "msys" || "$OSTYPE" == "win32" || "$OS" == "Windows_NT" ]]; then
pwsh -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.ps1" 2>/dev/null || powershell -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.ps1" 2>/dev/null || bash "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.sh"
IS_WINDOWS=0
if [ "${OS-}" = "Windows_NT" ]; then
IS_WINDOWS=1
else
bash "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.sh"
UNAME_S="$(uname -s 2>/dev/null || echo '')"
case "$UNAME_S" in
CYGWIN*|MINGW*|MSYS*) IS_WINDOWS=1 ;;
esac
fi
if [ "$IS_WINDOWS" -eq 1 ]; then
if command -v pwsh >/dev/null 2>&1; then
pwsh -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.ps1" 2>/dev/null ||
powershell -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.ps1" 2>/dev/null ||
sh "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.sh"
else
powershell -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.ps1" 2>/dev/null ||
sh "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.sh"
fi
else
sh "$SCRIPT_DIR/check-complete.sh"
fi
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**Before starting work**, check for unsynced context from a previous session:
```bash
python3 ${CLAUDE_PLUGIN_ROOT}/scripts/session-catchup.py "$(pwd)"
# Linux/macOS
$(command -v python3 || command -v python) ${CLAUDE_PLUGIN_ROOT}/scripts/session-catchup.py "$(pwd)"
```
```powershell
# Windows PowerShell
& (Get-Command python -ErrorAction SilentlyContinue).Source "$env:USERPROFILE\.claude\skills\planning-with-files\scripts\session-catchup.py" (Get-Location)
```
If catchup report shows unsynced context: