Transient Recall — Daily Workflow

Recommended session rhythm to keep AI continuity reliable without adding overhead.

Session start

Prompt

Call tr_resume(project) and tr_status(project) first, then summarize my current goal.

During work

Checkpoint on major decisions and task boundary completions.
Include current_goal, context_capsule, and next_actions.
When code changes, include files_touched and concise code_refs.

Session end

Prompt

Call tr_checkpoint with blockers + next_actions before final response.

This creates a clean handoff point for the next session.

Minimal checkpoint payload

Shape

{
  "project": "my-project",
  "work_packet": {
    "current_goal": "Ship docs update",
    "context_capsule": "Refined TR setup docs and expanded troubleshooting",
    "decision_rationale": "Reduce onboarding friction for MCP users",
    "next_actions": ["Validate in client", "Publish docs"],
    "blockers": []
  }
}