Executing Plans
Overview
Load plan, review critically, execute tasks in batches, report for review between batches.
Core principle: Batch execution with checkpoints for architect review.
The Process
Step 1: Load and Review Plan
- •Read plan file
- •Review critically - identify any questions or concerns about the plan
- •If concerns: Raise them with your human partner before starting
- •If no concerns: Create TodoWrite and proceed
Step 2: Execute Batch
Default: First 3 tasks
For each task:
- •Mark as in_progress
- •Follow each step exactly (plan has bite-sized steps)
- •VERIFY BEFORE COMMIT:
- •TDD mode: Run tests, ensure they pass
- •Non-TDD mode: Execute the verification method specified in plan header
- •REQUIRED SKILL: Use code-simplifier
- •Commit only after verification passes
- •Mark as completed
Important: Never commit unverified work. If verification fails, fix before committing.
Step 3: Report
When batch complete:
- •Show what was implemented
- •Show verification output
- •Say: "Ready for feedback."
Step 4: Continue
Based on feedback:
- •Apply changes if needed
- •Execute next batch
- •Repeat until complete
Step 5: Complete Development
After all tasks complete:
- •Run tests if configured on the project (check for test scripts in package.json)
- •Fix any failing tests before proceeding
- •Inform the user: "Implementation complete. All tasks executed and verified."
When to Stop and Ask for Help
STOP executing immediately when:
- •Hit a blocker mid-batch (missing dependency, test fails, instruction unclear)
- •Plan has critical gaps preventing starting
- •You don't understand an instruction
- •Verification fails repeatedly
Ask for clarification rather than guessing.
When to Revisit Earlier Steps
Return to Review (Step 1) when:
- •Partner updates the plan based on your feedback
- •Fundamental approach needs rethinking
Don't force through blockers - stop and ask.
Required Skills
- •REQUIRED SKILL: Use code-simplifier before committing to simplify and clean up code
Remember
- •Review plan critically first
- •Follow plan steps exactly
- •Don't skip verifications
- •Reference skills when plan says to
- •Between batches: just report and wait
- •Stop when blocked, don't guess