Baby Steps Methodology

Core operational directive for incremental development. Every action, every line of code, and every plan must adhere to the principle of taking the smallest possible meaningful step. The process is the product.

When to use me

Use this skill when:

• Starting any new development task or feature
• Breaking down complex work into manageable pieces
• Debugging issues that require systematic approach
• Planning implementation strategies
• Working with AI agents to ensure precise execution
• Reducing risk in development workflows
• Teaching or learning development practices
• Ensuring reproducible, verifiable progress

When NOT to Use Baby Steps