GarminSync/.clinerules/planning.md

Planning and Phased Approach Guidelines

When asked to plan or solve complex problems:

1. Always break down into phases

• Identify 3-5 distinct phases maximum
• Each phase should have clear deliverables
• Phases should build logically on each other
• Include estimated timeframes when relevant

2. Create actionable todo lists

• Use specific, measurable action items
• Start each item with an action verb
• Include who is responsible (if applicable)
• Add priority levels (High/Medium/Low)
• Include dependencies between tasks

3. Structure format

For each phase, provide:

• Phase Name & Objective
• Key Deliverables
• Todo List (with checkboxes)
• Success Criteria
• Estimated Duration
• Dependencies/Prerequisites

4. Planning principles to follow:

• Start with the end goal and work backwards
• Identify critical path items first
• Consider resource constraints and bottlenecks
• Build in buffer time for unexpected issues
• Include review/checkpoint moments
• Make tasks concrete and specific enough that someone else could execute them