# Planning Protocol

> Create clear plans with explicit steps and verification.

- Skill: `pedroct/planning-protocol` (Agent Skill)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add pedroct/planning-protocol`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/pedroct/planning-protocol/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Coding & Dev Tools
- Author: pedroct (https://skillmd.com/u/pedroct)
- Updated: 2026-09-17
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/pedroct/planning-protocol

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# Planning Protocol

## When to use
Large or multi-file tasks, or when the user asks for a plan.

## Steps
1. Restate the goal and constraints.
2. List 3-7 steps max.
3. Add verification for each step.
4. Call out risks and unknowns.
5. Ask for approval if scope is large.