meta-self

Define categorical meta-prompting syntax with modifiers, operators, and composition patterns.

1|Updated Feb 2, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/HermeticOrmus/hermetic-claude --skill meta-self-hermeticormus
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: meta-self
Source: https://github.com/HermeticOrmus/hermetic-claude/tree/main/claude/skills/meta-self
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/HermeticOrmus/hermetic-claude --skill meta-self-hermeticormus

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a unified syntax and framework for interacting with AI models, ensuring consistency, clarity, and control over complex prompt engineering tasks.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Unified Syntax: Defines a clear, categorical language for AI interactions, including modifiers, operators, and composition patterns.
  • Controlled Execution: Enables precise control over AI execution modes, quality thresholds, token budgets, and error handling.
  • Use Case: When designing a new AI command, use this Skill to define its parameters, execution flow, and error recovery strategy according to the established categorical framework, ensuring it integrates seamlessly with other commands and skills.

Quick Start

Use the meta-self skill to understand the @quality: modifier.

Frequently Asked Questions about meta-self

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

FAQPage Schema
What is categorical meta-prompting syntax for AI prompt engineering?

Categorical meta-prompting syntax defines modifiers, operators, and composition patterns for AI prompt engineering. It provides a unified framework using functional, monadic, and comonadic concepts to ensure consistency and control over complex AI workflows.

How do I structure execution control and error handling in AI prompts?

Structure execution control by defining execution modes, token budgets, and exception handling protocols. This framework enables precise control over AI execution quality thresholds and error recovery strategies within complex prompt workflows.

When do I need a unified prompt engineering framework for AI commands?

Use a unified prompt engineering framework when designing new AI commands that require consistent syntax, clear parameters, and seamless integration with other skills. It solves problems of inconsistency and lack of control in complex prompt engineering tasks.

Can I define quality thresholds and token budgets using meta-prompting?

Yes, you can define quality thresholds and token budgets using the quality enrichment and execution control modifiers. The framework provides specific syntax to enforce precise constraints on AI execution modes and output quality.

What are the limitations of using categorical syntax for AI prompt workflows?

Categorical syntax requires understanding advanced concepts like monadic, comonadic, and natural transformation operations. This complexity may present a steep learning curve for users unfamiliar with formal categorical frameworks in prompt engineering.