Jonathon’s field notes

Useful AI systems, documented simply.

Short guides built from the tools, prompts and workflows I actually use. Pick the one that solves your next problem.

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Give AI a finish line.

The exact GOAL prompt I use to turn a vague request into work you can inspect, test and trust.

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Make the strongest model lead.

My Fable 5 setup for keeping the smartest model focused on planning while other models handle the execution.

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Build the loop, not the bot.

The simple system I use to turn meetings into memory, prepared agent briefs and clear next steps.

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Codex, set up properly.

The two plugins, the everyday settings and the first task I’d try, explained in plain English.

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