nelson

Overview

A Claude Code skill for coordinating agent work based on Royal Navy operational principles. Nelson provides a six-step framework covering sailing orders, squadron formation, battle plans, quarterdeck checkpoints, action stations, and stand-down procedures to manage complex tasks from single-session work through parallel subagent squadrons and agent teams.

Key Features

• Six-Step Operational Framework - Sailing Orders (define outcomes), Form the Squadron (choose execution mode), Battle Plan (split into tasks), Quarterdeck Rhythm (track progress), Action Stations (risk-tiered verification), Stand Down (produce captain's log)
• Three Execution Modes - Single-session for straightforward work, subagents for parallel processing, and agent teams for full teammate-to-teammate coordination
• Task Ownership and Dependencies - Battle plans assign file ownership, task dependencies, and responsible agents to prevent conflicts in parallel work
• Budget and Progress Tracking - Quarterdeck checkpoints monitor progress, identify blockers, and manage resource budgets throughout the mission
• Tmux Integration - When running in tmux, agent teams auto-detect and give every teammate a dedicated split pane for real-time visibility

Who is this for?

This skill is ideal for developers tackling complex, multi-step tasks that benefit from structured planning and parallel execution. It is especially valuable for teams using Claude Code's agent teams feature who need a proven coordination framework to split work across multiple agents without conflicts or duplicated effort.