# Arcpy Plan

> Plan ArcPy workflows for ArcGIS Pro tasks with real project context and safe sequencing

- Skill: `danmaps/arcpy-plan` (Agent Skill, multi-file: 2 files)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add danmaps/arcpy-plan`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/danmaps/arcpy-plan/raw
- Safety review: pending (external: skill-scanner PASS, skillspector PASS)
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Coding & Dev Tools
- Author: danmaps (https://skillmd.com/u/danmaps)
- Updated: 2026-09-21
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/danmaps/arcpy-plan

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# ArcPy Plan

Create a concrete, step‑by‑step ArcPy plan before writing code. Plans should be grounded in the actual ArcGIS Pro project context.

## Intent

Turn a GIS task into a deterministic sequence of ArcPy operations, with inputs, outputs, and checks defined up front.

## Inputs

- `task_description` (string)
- `project_path` (string, optional)
- `map_name` (string, optional)
- `output_workspace` (string, optional)
- `constraints` (string, optional)

## Use arcgispro-cli (preferred)

If available, gather real project context:
- `arcgispro layers --json`
- `arcgispro fields "LayerName"`
- `arcgispro connections`

Use real layer/field names and data sources in the plan.

## Output

A plan object with:
- `inputs`: layers/tables/paths
- `steps`: ordered ArcPy tools with purpose
- `outputs`: new datasets + locations
- `checks`: preflight validations and counts
- `risks`: destructive operations or performance concerns

## Example

**User:** “Find parcels within 500 ft of schools and export.”

**Plan:**
1) Validate layers: `Parcels`, `Schools` exist
2) Select schools (optional filter)
3) Buffer schools (500 ft) → `Schools_Buffer_500`
4) Select parcels by location intersecting buffer
5) Export selection to Output.gdb
6) Report counts

## Outputs

Return a concise, usable result with the key artifacts or recommendations.

## Safety

Do not invent data, credentials, or system context. Flag uncertainty and risky operations clearly.