Implementing
Overview
Execute an existing plan exactly as written, with verification and checkpoints. If the plan is wrong or unclear, stop and ask to change it.
When to Use
- A plan document exists and is approved
- The work needs disciplined, step-by-step execution
Skip if: there is no plan (write one first) or the task is trivial.
Quick Reference
- Read the full plan.
- Call out blockers or questions.
- Track progress per task.
- Verify each task before moving on.
- Check in after a small batch.
Execution Workflow
Load the plan
- Read end to end.
- Identify unclear steps or missing info.
Confirm before starting
- If anything is unclear, ask and wait.
- Do not "fix" the plan silently.
Execute tasks in order
- One task at a time.
- Follow steps exactly.
- Run the listed verification.
- Mark the task complete.
Checkpoint
- After 2-3 tasks (or any risky task), summarize:
- What changed
- Verification results
- Open questions
- Wait for approval before continuing.
- After 2-3 tasks (or any risky task), summarize:
Finish
- Run any final verification from the plan.
- Report completion and remaining risks.
Rules
- Do not add scope or extra features
- Do not reorder tasks unless the plan says so
- Stop and ask if blocked or if verification fails
Common Mistakes
- Skipping verification to "save time"
- Changing the plan without approval
- Executing multiple tasks in parallel without permission