Session Init

Session Init

Quick-start a session by loading prior context and surfacing open work.

When to Use

• Starting a new session
• Returning after a break
• Picking up someone else's work

Procedure

1. Load Memory

   • Read MEMORY.md (auto-loaded, but scan for recent entries)
   • Note any currentDate or session-specific flags

2. Check Handoffs

   • Read latest file in .claude/handoffs/ (sort by date desc)
   • Extract: last task, decisions, blockers, next steps

3. Check Open Tasks

   • Read tasks/todo.md
   • Count open vs completed items
   • Identify highest-priority incomplete item

4. Check Lessons

   • Scan tasks/lessons.md for entries from last 3 sessions
   • Note any recurring patterns or warnings

5. Output Summary Produce exactly 5 lines:

   Session: {date}
   Last: {what was last worked on}
   Open: {count} tasks ({top priority item})
   Blockers: {any blockers or "none"}
   Next: {recommended first action}
   

Output Format

Session: 2026-03-14
Last: Lead scoring simulator deploy
Open: 3 tasks (fix CPL calculation)
Blockers: none
Next: Run verification loop on simulator changes

Rules

• Never spend more than 30 seconds on init
• If no handoff exists, say so and ask user for context
• Do not auto-start work; present summary and wait for direction