I just did this for an "Ikea" style desktop for my daughter:
I don't have an awesome planing jig like Frank does so I used "battens" to hold the panel in place.
I had no idea the importance of a scrub plane when hand working boards.
It is a fairly new "invention" and not typically considered to be "traditional". A Jack plane with a highly cambered iron is more typical. I'm not discounting this mans technique, with a minimal of tools he's done the job properly.
If I had a scrub plane, I'd certainly use it. But, fortunately, I have a plethora of Jack planes that can be setup for different uses.
A strong, raking light is a critical element in this process ... great tip.