Token-Efficient Workflow

Goal

Complete the task correctly while minimizing unnecessary context growth. Save tokens by reading less irrelevant data, not by skipping necessary reasoning, validation, or user-facing functionality.

Default Operating Rules

1. Start with the narrowest useful evidence.
2. Prefer targeted reads over project-wide scans.
3. Summarize large outputs before continuing analysis.
4. Expand scope only when the current evidence is insufficient.
5. Preserve quality: do not omit required verification just to save tokens.

Task Intake

Before using tools, identify: