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Plan and Execute

Master the Plan-and-Execute framework to build agents that think before they act

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Goal Decomposition

The planning phase is where agents break down high-level goals into specific, actionable subtasks. This decomposition reveals dependencies, identifies resource needs, and creates a roadmap for execution.

Interactive: Goal Decomposition Tree

Click nodes to expand/collapse subtasks. See how complex goals break down into manageable steps.

▼✅Book vacation to Japan
▶✅Check visa requirements
▶✅Set budget ($3000)
▶✅Choose dates (2 weeks)
▶⏸️Book transportation
▶⏸️Book accommodation

Legend:✅ = Completed⏳ = In Progress⏸️ = Pending

Planning Strategies

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Top-Down Decomposition

Start with the end goal, recursively break into subtasks

1. Identify main goal
2. Break into 3-7 major subtasks
3. Recursively decompose each subtask
4. Stop when tasks are actionable
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Dependency Mapping

Identify which tasks must complete before others

• Sequential: Task B requires Task A output
• Parallel: Tasks can run simultaneously
• Conditional: Task depends on prior results
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Resource Allocation

Assign time, budget, or tools to each subtask

• Estimate time per task
• Identify required tools/APIs
• Allocate budget if needed
• Plan for contingencies

Planning Principles

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Make Tasks Atomic

Each subtask should be a single, clear action

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Define Success Criteria

Know how to verify each task completed correctly

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Estimate Accurately

Use heuristics or past experience for time estimates

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Plan for Failures

Include fallback strategies for critical tasks

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