caveman

Compress AI responses by removing filler words while preserving technical terms.

Updated Sep 30, 2024

Search Tags:#communication #AI interaction #technical accuracy #token compression #response structuring

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/phillip-hirsch/dotfiles --skill caveman-phillip-hirsch

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: caveman
Source: https://github.com/phillip-hirsch/dotfiles/tree/main/.agents/skills/caveman
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/phillip-hirsch/dotfiles --skill caveman-phillip-hirsch

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

The caveman Skill solves the problem of excessive and unnecessary communication, allowing users to maintain technical accuracy while significantly reducing the number of tokens used.

Core Features & Use Cases

Token Compression: Reduces the number of tokens used in responses by dropping filler words and articles.
Technical Accuracy: Ensures that technical terms and code blocks remain unchanged.
Pattern Usage: Provides a structured pattern for responses that includes the thing, action, reason, and next step.
Auto-Clarity Exception: Temporarily exits caveman mode for security warnings, irreversible actions, and multi-step sequences to avoid misinterpretation.

Quick Start

Enable caveman mode by saying "caveman mode" or "use caveman".

Frequently Asked Questions about caveman

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I reduce token usage in AI responses while keeping technical accuracy?▼

Token compression in AI responses drops filler words and articles to reduce token usage while keeping technical terms and code blocks intact. This ultra-compressed mode provides concise, to-the-point technical answers without losing essential data.

Can AI temporarily exit compressed response mode for security warnings?▼

Yes, an auto-clarity exception temporarily exits compressed response mode for security warnings, irreversible actions, and multi-step sequences. This prevents misinterpretation of critical instructions while maintaining token compression for standard technical queries.

What is the best way to structure ultra-compressed technical AI responses?▼

The best way to structure compressed technical responses uses a specific pattern covering the thing, action, reason, and next step. This pattern ensures all necessary technical information remains present while unnecessary words are removed.

Does compressing communication tokens affect code blocks in technical responses?▼

No, compressing communication tokens does not affect code blocks in technical responses. Token compression targets unnecessary filler words and articles, ensuring that technical accuracy, code blocks, and specific technical terms remain completely unchanged.

When should I not use compressed communication mode for AI interaction?▼

You should not use compressed communication mode for multi-step sequences, irreversible actions, or security warnings. The auto-clarity exception temporarily disables compression in these scenarios to avoid misinterpretation of critical or complex instructions.

How do I enable caveman mode for token compression?▼

You enable caveman mode for token compression by saying "caveman mode" or "use caveman". This activates the ultra-compressed communication mode, dropping unnecessary words to reduce token usage while retaining technical accuracy.