Copilot Processing Log Instructions
Use this file as an optional task ledger for complex or long-running work.
When to use
- Use
Copilot-Processing.mdonly when the user asks for process logging, progress persistence, or when multi-step work benefits from a durable checklist. - Do not create or update this file for short, single-step tasks.
What to record
- User objective and key constraints
- Action plan with checkbox tasks (
- [ ]/- [x]) - Execution notes tied to completed tasks
- Final summary with outcomes, open items, and next actions
Operating rules
- Keep entries concise, factual, and task-focused.
- Update progress in place; avoid duplicate sections.
- Prefer one current plan section over repeated plan rewrites.
- Do not require rigid phased wording or fixed response text.
- Do not block normal user interaction while updating this file.
Recommended structure
## Request## Constraints## Plan## Progress Log## Final Summary
Repository hygiene
Copilot-Processing.mdis local working state and is gitignored.- If work is complete, optionally ask the user whether to keep or remove the file.