PAISetup

Automate installation, upgrade, and configuration of the PAI memory system.

17|7|Updated Nov 7, 2025

Search Tags:#automation #memory #upgrade #installation #identity #pai

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npx skills add https://github.com/rsts-dev/claude-buddy-marketplace --skill paisetup

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Skill: PAISetup
Source: https://github.com/rsts-dev/claude-buddy-marketplace/tree/main/plugins/pai/skills/PAISetup
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/rsts-dev/claude-buddy-marketplace --skill paisetup

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Install, upgrade, and configure Daniel Miessler's Personal AI Infrastructure (PAI) memory system with guided identity customization to streamline personal AI workflows and ensure data persistence across upgrades.

Core Features & Use Cases

Automates installation, upgrade, and configuration of PAI memory and user identity.
Clones the PAI repository, copies MEMORY and PAI-USER data to ~/.buddy, installs to ~/.claude, and sets up symlinks for persistence.
Provides guided identity customization workflows (ABOUTME, AISTEERINGRULES, DAIDENTITY, and related content) with optional subdirectory setup for TELOS, BUSINESS, and PROJECTS.

Quick Start

Run the PAI setup workflow to install, configure memory under ~/.buddy, and link into ~/.claude for seamless PAI integration.

Frequently Asked Questions about PAISetup

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I install Daniel Miessler's Personal AI Infrastructure memory system?▼

PAI setup automates installation by cloning the repository, copying MEMORY and PAI-USER data to ~/.buddy, and symlinking into ~/.claude for persistent memory integration.

How do I upgrade my PAI memory system without losing customizations?▼

Upgrading your PAI memory system is non-destructive and preserves customizations by copying persistent data to ~/.buddy and enforcing safe updates, ensuring your identity configurations remain intact across versions.

How do I configure identity customization for my Personal AI Infrastructure?▼

Configure identity customization through guided workflows for ABOUTME, AISTEERINGRULES, and DAIDENTITY, with optional subdirectory setup for TELOS, BUSINESS, and PROJECTS.

Does PAI setup work with Claude's environment for memory persistence?▼

Yes, PAI setup works with Claude's environment by symlinking memory and user identity data from ~/.buddy into ~/.claude, ensuring persistent access to your configurations across sessions and upgrades.

What is the best way to automate PAI installation and configuration?▼

The best way to automate PAI installation and configuration is using a setup workflow that handles repository cloning, data copying, symlinking, and guided identity customization in a single non-destructive process.

Why does my PAI memory reset after upgrading the infrastructure?▼

PAI memory resets after upgrading if persistent data is not properly copied to ~/.buddy and symlinked into ~/.claude; the setup workflow enforces safe, non-destructive updates to prevent this data loss.