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Plan-First Execution Framework
A two-phase approach where you first get Claude to create a detailed plan, review and refine it, then switch to auto-execution mode
How It Works
Planning forces Claude to think through the entire problem space before acting, reducing errors and iterations during execution
Components
Start session in plan mode
Ask Claude to create detailed plan for your goal
Review plan and iterate until satisfied
Switch to auto-accept edits mode
Let Claude execute the approved plan
When to Use
For any complex task where getting it right the first time matters more than speed
When Not to Use
For simple, well-defined tasks or when rapid iteration is preferred
Anti-Patterns to Avoid
Example
“Before building a new feature, get Claude to plan the architecture, identify dependencies, and outline implementation steps, then approve and let it execute”
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