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caveman

Compresses AI responses by removing filler words while preserving technical accuracy.

Updated May 28, 2023
Search Tags:#communication style#compression#ai chat#brevity#token reduction#concise responses#prompt persona
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/steveulrich/ProjectB --skill caveman-steveulrich
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: caveman
Source: https://github.com/steveulrich/ProjectB/tree/main/.cursor/skills/caveman
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/steveulrich/ProjectB --skill caveman-steveulrich

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve? Long, verbose AI responses waste tokens and slow down reading when you only need the technical answer. This Skill cuts token usage by roughly 75% by stripping filler, articles, and pleasantries while keeping all technical substance intact. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Ultra-Compressed Responses: Drops articles, hedging, and pleasantries; uses fragments, abbreviations (DB/auth/config), and arrows for causality. - Persistent Mode: Stays active across every response once triggered, until the user says "stop caveman" or "normal mode". - Auto-Clarity Exception: Temporarily reverts to full sentences for security warnings, irreversible action confirmations, and multi-step sequences where fragments risk misreading. - Use Case: Ask "Why does my React component re-render?" and get "Inline obj prop -> new ref -> re-render. useMemo." instead of a paragraph of explanation. ## Quick Start Say "caveman mode" or "be brief" to activate ultra-compressed responses for the rest of the conversation.

Frequently Asked Questions about caveman

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I make AI responses shorter and use fewer tokens?▼

Activate caveman mode by saying "caveman mode", "talk like caveman", "be brief", or "less tokens". The assistant then drops articles, filler, and pleasantries, cutting token usage by roughly 75% while keeping technical content exact.

How to turn off caveman mode once it is active?▼

Say "stop caveman" or "normal mode" to deactivate it. The mode persists across every response once triggered and does not revert on its own, even after many turns.

Does caveman mode change code blocks or error messages?▼

No. Code blocks remain unchanged and errors are quoted exactly. Only prose is compressed; technical terms, commands, and snippets stay precise.

When does caveman mode stop being brief automatically?▼

It temporarily drops compression for security warnings, irreversible action confirmations, multi-step sequences where fragment order risks misreading, or when you ask for clarification. Full caveman style resumes afterward.

What are the limitations of ultra-compressed AI responses?▼

Fragmented phrasing can be harder to parse for beginners or in nuanced explanations. The mode is best for experienced users who want fast technical answers, not tutorials or detailed walkthroughs.

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