Multi-Step Planning with Dependencies
Opus handles complex dependency reasoning that trips up smaller models. Asking for exit criteria and go/no-go points produces plans that work in reality, not just on paper. The critical path and contingency requirements force the model to think about sequencing and failure modes.
Create a detailed execution plan for: {{projectGoal}} **Current state:** {{currentState}} **Target state:** {{targetState}} **Timeline:** {{timeline}} **Resources available:** {{resources}} **Known risks:** {{knownRisks}} Build the plan with these requirements: 1. Break into phases with clear milestones and exit criteria for each phase 2. For each task, specify: owner role, estimated effort, dependencies (what must complete first), and deliverable 3. Identify the critical path — which sequence of tasks determines the minimum timeline? 4. Build in contingency: for each high-risk task, provide a fallback approach 5. Define go/no-go decision points where the plan should be re-evaluated Format as a structured plan I can hand to a project manager. Include a dependency graph showing which tasks block which.
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Opus handles complex dependency reasoning that trips up smaller models. Asking for exit criteria and go/no-go points produces plans that work in reality, not just on paper. The critical path and contingency requirements force the model to think about sequencing and failure modes.
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