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planning-with-files

Transforms workflow to use Manus-style persistent markdown files for planning, progress tracking, and knowledge storage. Use when starting complex tasks, multi-step projects, research tasks, or when the user mentions planning, organizing work, tracking progress, or wants structured output.

Categoryproduct
Last updated2026-01-19
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Install

One-line setup

Copy and run this in your terminal to install the skill. Re-run to reinstall and update an existing install.

npx codex-skills-registry@latest --skill=product/planning-with-files --yes

Planning with Files

Use persistent markdown files as working memory for complex tasks.

Quick Start

  1. Create task_plan.md before starting.
  2. Capture research in notes.md.
  3. Write the final output in a deliverable file.
  4. Update task_plan.md after each phase.

Guardrails

  • Don’t start complex work without a plan file.
  • Store large findings in files, not chat context.
  • Keep status and errors in task_plan.md.

References

  • Extended examples: references/examples.md
  • Advanced patterns: references/reference.md