# Project Plan - Angular Clarity Boilerplate

## 1. Project Goal

To develop and deliver a comprehensive, scalable, and well-documented Angular boilerplate. The final product will serve as a foundational template, enabling developers to rapidly bootstrap new enterprise-grade web applications using the VMware Clarity Design System.

## 2. Methodology

The project will follow an iterative development approach, focusing on establishing a solid architectural foundation first. The goal is to create a robust Minimum Viable Product (MVP) boilerplate that is immediately useful and can be enhanced over time with additional features and refinements based on developer feedback.

## 3. Key Phases & Workflow

1.  **Phase 1: Foundation & Architecture Definition:** Define the core architectural patterns, including the modular structure (`Core`, `Shared`, `Feature` modules) and establish the base project setup.
2.  **Phase 2: MVP Scope & Requirements:** Outline the essential features for the initial boilerplate release, including Clarity integration, responsive layout, and routing. Document these in the PRD and Architecture Document.
3.  **Phase 3: Backlog Creation & Planning:** Break down the architectural and functional requirements into a prioritized list of development tasks.
4.  **Phase 4: Development & Integration:** Implement the core architecture, integrate the Clarity Design System, and build out the foundational components and modules.
5.  **Phase 5: Quality Assurance & Documentation:** Thoroughly test the boilerplate for stability and ease of use. Ensure all key architectural decisions are well-documented within the code and in project documents like the `README.txt`.
6.  **Phase 6: Release & Future Iteration:** Package and release the initial version of the boilerplate. Plan for future enhancements based on potential developer needs and feedback.

## 4. Initial Backlog (MVP Focus)

The following tasks represent the initial backlog for creating the boilerplate:

### Architecture & Setup Tasks
-   Initialize a new project using the Angular CLI.
-   Define and implement the `CoreModule` for singleton services.
-   Define and implement the `SharedModule` for reusable components, pipes, and directives.
-   Configure the main `AppRoutingModule` and set up a basic routing structure.
-   Establish the environment configuration files (`environments` folder).

### Clarity Design System Integration
-   Install all necessary Clarity npm packages (`@clr/angular`, `@clr/ui`, `@cds/core`).
-   Import Clarity's global styles and icon assets into the project.
-   Implement the main application layout (`AppComponent`) using Clarity's header, sidebar, and content area components.
-   Ensure the layout is fully responsive.

### Boilerplate Feature Tasks
-   Create an example of a lazy-loaded `FeatureModule` to demonstrate the pattern.
-   Add a dashboard or home page component as a default view.
-   Include examples of common Clarity components (e.g., a datagrid, a form) on example pages to showcase usage.
-   Implement basic support for switching between Clarity's light and dark themes.

### Documentation Tasks
-   Create a comprehensive `README.txt` with setup instructions, an overview of the architecture, and usage guidelines.
-   Add inline comments to the code to explain key architectural patterns and configurations.
-   Generate all required project documentation (`analysis_document.md`, `architecture_document.md`, etc.).

## 5. Feature Prioritization Strategy

Prioritization will focus on establishing a stable and usable foundation. **Must-have** features include the core modular architecture and full integration of the Clarity layout. **Should-have** features include example pages and components. **Could-have** features for future iterations might include state management integration or CI/CD templates.

## 6. Key Technologies

-   **Frontend Framework:** Angular
-   **Programming Language:** TypeScript
-   **UI Library:** VMware Clarity Design System
-   **Styling:** SCSS
-   **Package Manager:** npm
-   **Build Tool:** Angular CLI

## 7. Success Metrics (MVP)

-   The boilerplate can be successfully cloned and set up with just `npm install` and `ng serve`.
-   The resulting application is stable, responsive, and free of console errors.
-   The project structure is logical and easy for an Angular developer to understand.
-   All core architectural patterns (Core/Shared/Feature modules, lazy loading) are correctly implemented and demonstrated.

## 8. Future Considerations (Post-MVP)

-   Integrating a state management library (e.g., NgRx, Akita) with an example implementation.
-   Adding more complex example pages (e.g., a settings page, a user profile).
-   Creating custom Angular Schematics to automate the creation of new feature modules that follow the boilerplate's conventions.
-   Including pre-configured templates for CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions).

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## PROJECT PLAN UPDATE - 2025-09-25 10:03:46

[2025-09-25T10:03:00] This section outlines the project plan for building the notes-taking application.

### Project Management Methodology
[2025-09-25T10:03:00] Agile (Scrum or Kanban) will be used for this project to support iterative development and facilitate quick adaptation to user feedback.

### PRD Development Approach
[2025-09-25T10:03:00]  The PRD will be developed iteratively, with initial focus on core features (MVP), followed by expansion based on user feedback and evolving requirements.

### Project Planning Framework
[2025-09-25T10:03:00]  A Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) will be used to break down the project into manageable tasks, which will be further broken down into user stories.

### Timeline and Milestone Strategy
[2025-09-25T10:03:00]
* **Phase 1 (MVP):** Core note-taking functionality (create, edit, delete, search, tagging). Target completion: 2 weeks.
* **Phase 2:** Notebook organization, note exporting. Target completion: 1 week.
* **Phase 3 (Optional):** User authentication, cloud synchronization (dependent on user feedback and resource availability). Target completion: 4 weeks.

### Customized io8pm Workflow
[2025-09-25T10:03:00] The io8pm workflow will involve close collaboration with the development team to ensure alignment on requirements and address any technical challenges.

1. **Requirements Gathering:** Finalize platform and data storage choices based on user feedback and feasibility.
2. **Design:** Develop UI/UX mockups and designs.
3. **Development (Iterative):** Develop and test the application in phases (MVP first).
4. **Testing:** Conduct rigorous testing at each phase.
5. **Deployment:** Deploy the application to the chosen platform.
6. **Monitoring:** Monitor application performance and gather user feedback.
7. **Iteration:** Iterate based on user feedback and further requirements.

### Risk Mitigation Strategies
[2025-09-25T10:03:00] Risk mitigation strategies will include regular progress meetings, thorough testing, and flexible planning to accommodate unexpected challenges.


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## PROJECT PLAN UPDATE - 2025-09-25 10:04:09

[2025-09-25T10:03:00] This section outlines the project plan for building the notes-taking application.

### Project Management Methodology
[2025-09-25T10:03:00] An Agile (Scrum or Kanban) approach will be used to support iterative development and facilitate quick adaptations to user feedback.

### PRD Development Approach
[2025-09-25T10:03:00] The PRD will be developed iteratively, initially focusing on core features (MVP), and expanding based on user feedback and evolving needs.

### Project Planning Framework
[2025-09-25T10:03:00] A Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) will be used to break down the project into manageable tasks, which will be further divided into user stories.

### Timeline and Milestone Strategy
[2025-09-25T10:03:00]
* **Phase 1 (MVP):** Core note-taking functionality (create, edit, delete, search, tagging). Target completion: 2 weeks.
* **Phase 2:** Notebook organization, note exporting. Target completion: 1 week.
* **Phase 3 (Optional):** User authentication, cloud synchronization (dependent on user feedback and resource availability). Target completion: 4 weeks.

### Customized io8pm Workflow
[2025-09-25T10:03:00] The io8pm workflow will involve close collaboration with the development team to ensure alignment on requirements and address any technical challenges.

1. **Requirements Gathering:** Finalize platform and data storage choices based on user feedback and feasibility.
2. **Design:** Develop UI/UX mockups and designs.
3. **Development (Iterative):** Develop and test the application in phases (MVP first).
4. **Testing:** Conduct rigorous testing at each phase.
5. **Deployment:** Deploy the application to the chosen platform.
6. **Monitoring:** Monitor application performance and gather user feedback.
7. **Iteration:** Iterate based on user feedback and further requirements.

### Risk Mitigation Strategies
[2025-09-25T10:03:00] Risk mitigation strategies will include regular progress meetings, thorough testing, and flexible planning to accommodate unexpected challenges.

[2025-09-25T10:03:00] Based on the analysis and architecture documents, the following technology choices are proposed for the MVP:

**Frontend:** React with Redux Toolkit for state management.
**Backend:** Node.js with Express.js
**Database:** SQLite (for MVP, with potential for cloud migration later)

These choices offer a good balance of ease of development and scalability for the MVP.  Further investigation and refinement of the tech stack will be performed based on user feedback and requirements.


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## PROJECT PLAN UPDATE - 2025-09-25 10:07:05

# Project Plan Update - Notes Taking App - 2025-09-25T10:17:00

## Project Management Methodology
Agile (Scrum) methodology will be used, with 2-week sprints.  Daily stand-up meetings and sprint reviews will be held.

## PRD Development Approach
An iterative approach will be followed, starting with an MVP and iteratively adding features based on user feedback.

## Project Planning Framework
The project will use a Kanban board to track tasks and progress.  User stories will be broken down into smaller tasks.

## Timeline and Milestone Strategy

**Sprint 1 (2 weeks):**
* **Goal:** Implement core note management functionality (create, edit, delete, search).
* **Milestones:**
    * Complete user stories US-001, US-002, US-003, US-004.
    * Implement basic note storage in `localStorage`.
    * Implement basic search functionality.
    * Set up testing framework.
    * Initial UI development for note creation, editing, and list view.

**Sprint 2 (2 weeks):**
* **Goal:** Implement note tagging, enhance the UI, and conduct thorough testing.
* **Milestones:**
    * Complete user stories US-005, US-006, US-007.
    * Implement note tagging functionality.
    * Enhance UI with improved styling and layout.
    * Conduct comprehensive testing of all features.
    * Address any bugs or issues identified during testing.
    * Prepare documentation.

## Customized io8pm Workflow for this Project
1. **Requirements Gathering:** Complete.  Based on user prompt and analysis.
2. **PRD Creation:** Ongoing.  This update refines the PRD for the MVP.
3. **Project Planning:** Ongoing.  Defines sprints, milestones, and tasks.
4. **Development:** Will be handled by subsequent agents.
5. **Testing:** Will be handled by subsequent agents.
6. **Deployment:** Will be handled by subsequent agents.
7. **Post-Launch:** Will be handled by subsequent agents.

## Risk Mitigation Strategy
* **Local Storage Limitations:**  Continuous monitoring of `localStorage` usage and consideration of alternative storage for future releases.
* **Unexpected Bugs:**  Thorough testing at each sprint and bug tracking/management.
* **UI/UX Issues:** User feedback gathering and iterative UI/UX improvements.


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## PROJECT PLAN UPDATE - 2025-09-25 10:07:19

# Project Plan Update - Notes Taking App - 2025-09-25T10:48:00

## Project Management Methodology Update
The project will continue to utilize an Agile (Scrum) methodology with two-week sprints. Daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and sprint reviews will be held.

## PRD Development Approach Update
The iterative approach will be strictly followed, with features prioritized based on user needs and business value. The MVP will be fully tested and validated before proceeding with feature additions.

## Project Planning Framework Update
The project will utilize Jira (or a similar project management tool) to manage tasks, user stories, and progress.  A Kanban board will be used to visualize workflow.

## Timeline and Milestone Strategy Update

**Sprint 1 (2 weeks):**
* **Goal:** Implement core note management functionality (create, edit, delete, search) and a functional user interface.
* **Milestones:**
    * Complete user stories US-001, US-002, US-003, US-004, US-008, US-009
    * Implement basic note storage in `localStorage`.
    * Implement basic search functionality.
    * Develop the primary UI components (NoteList, NoteEditor, NoteItem, Search).
    * Set up testing framework (Jest, Jasmine, Karma).

**Sprint 2 (2 weeks):**
* **Goal:**  Improve the UI, conduct thorough testing, and address any bugs.
* **Milestones:**
    * Refine the UI based on user feedback and testing.
    * Conduct comprehensive testing across all features.
    * Address any bugs and issues identified during testing.
    * Prepare documentation and release plan.

## Customized io8pm Workflow for this Project Update
1. **Requirements Gathering:** Completed.
2. **PRD Creation:** This update incorporates refined requirements.
3. **Project Planning:** This update provides a refined plan with two sprints.
4. **Development:** Will be handled by subsequent agents.
5. **Testing:** Will be handled by subsequent agents.
6. **Deployment:** Will be handled by subsequent agents.
7. **Post-Launch:** Will be handled by subsequent agents.

## Risk Mitigation Strategy Update
* **Local Storage Limitations:**  Continuous monitoring of `localStorage` usage.  Consider migration to a database in a future iteration.
* **Unexpected Bugs:**  Thorough testing and sprint reviews will identify and address bugs promptly.
* **UI/UX Issues:** User feedback gathering and iterative improvements based on testing.

## Base Agent Prompt Reference
This agent is based on the standard io8pm agent with project-specific customizations.
