economy-mode

Write economyMode to .squad/config.json and select cheaper Layer 3 models.

Updated Mar 18, 2022
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/mpaulosky/dotfiles --skill economy-mode-mpaulosky
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: economy-mode
Source: https://github.com/mpaulosky/dotfiles/tree/main/.copilot/skills/economy-mode
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mpaulosky/dotfiles --skill economy-mode-mpaulosky

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Reduces AI workload costs by shifting Layer 3 model selection to cheaper alternatives when economy mode is active.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Dynamic economy-mode activation for per-session or persistent use
  • Replaces Layer 3 auto-selection with the economy table to lower costs
  • Writes economyMode: true to .squad/config.json for persistent use
  • Includes 💰-tagged acknowledgments in agent spawn messages to signal cost awareness

Quick Start

Say 'use economy mode' to enable cost-optimized model selection for the current session.

Frequently Asked Questions about economy-mode

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I reduce AI model selection costs for coding and planning sessions?

Cost-efficient model selection shifts Layer 3 auto-selection to cheaper alternatives using an economy table. Activating economy mode applies this reduction to session-based usage and persistent configuration without altering Layer 0 preferences.

How do I switch to economy mode for a single AI session?

To switch to economy mode for a single session, simply instruct the agent to 'use economy mode'. This dynamically activates cost-optimized Layer 3 model selection for your current tasks.

Can I persist economy mode settings across multiple sessions?

Yes, economy mode writes the economyMode boolean as true to the .squad/config.json file. This persistent configuration ensures cost-efficient model selection applies across future sessions.

Does activating cost optimization alter my base Layer 0 model preferences?

Activating cost optimization does not alter base Layer 0 preferences. Economy mode exclusively replaces Layer 3 auto-selection with the economy table to lower costs.

What limitations apply when using cheaper model alternatives for agent tasks?

Using cheaper model alternatives limits Layer 3 auto-selection to the economy table. While this reduces costs across coding, planning, and documentation tasks, it does not modify your foundational Layer 0 model preferences.