# aiterm Planning Summary - All Tracks & Priorities

**Generated:** 2025-12-23
**Purpose:** Comprehensive review of all planning documents and project tracks

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## 🎯 Project Overview

**aiterm** is an AI-powered terminal optimizer CLI that has successfully evolved through multiple phases:

- **v0.1.0 (Released):** Core terminal integration, Claude Code settings, auto-approvals
- **v0.2.0-dev (Current):** Phase 2 Auto-Updates 100% complete, ready for Phase 3

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## 📊 Current Status (.STATUS file)

### Just Completed ✅
- **Phase 2 Auto-Updates 100% COMPLETE** (Dec 22, 2025)
  - 3 production-ready updater scripts (1,104 lines)
  - Master orchestrator (306 lines)
  - Comprehensive documentation (5 docs, 2,991 lines, 86KB)
  - Integration with `/workflow:done`

### Stats
- **Progress:** 100% (Phase 2)
- **Code written:** 1,670 lines (Phase 2)
- **Time invested:** 4.0 hours (38% faster than estimated!)
- **Next:** Phase 3 planning - LLM-powered documentation generation

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## 🗺️ Major Project Tracks

### Track 1: Documentation-First Strategy ⭐ ACTIVE

**Source:** `DOCUMENTATION-PLAN.md`, `IMPLEMENTATION-PRIORITIES.md`

**Philosophy:** "Comprehensive documentation BEFORE feature expansion prevents confusion"

**Based on:** RForge MCP success (7 docs, ~80 pages, 15 diagrams)

#### Plan: 7 Documents Over 3 Weeks

1. **API Documentation** (`docs/api/AITERM-API.md`)
   - CLI command reference
   - Python API reference
   - Configuration schema
   - 30+ code examples

2. **Architecture Documentation** (`docs/architecture/AITERM-ARCHITECTURE.md`)
   - 20+ Mermaid diagrams
   - Component relationships
   - Data flows
   - Design patterns

3. **User Guide** (`docs/guides/AITERM-USER-GUIDE.md`)
   - Installation walkthrough
   - Daily workflows
   - Context switching examples
   - FAQ

4. **Integration Guide** (`docs/guides/AITERM-INTEGRATION.md`)
   - Using aiterm as library
   - Custom context detectors
   - New terminal backends
   - 20+ code examples

5. **Troubleshooting Guide** (`docs/troubleshooting/AITERM-TROUBLESHOOTING.md`)
   - Quick diagnosis flowchart
   - Platform-specific guidance
   - Error message reference

6. **Documentation Index** (`docs/AITERM-DOCS-INDEX.md`)
   - Central navigation hub
   - By audience/feature/task

7. **Implementation Summary** (`AITERM-IMPLEMENTATION-SUMMARY.md`)
   - Architecture decisions
   - Performance metrics
   - Test coverage
   - Future roadmap

**Status:** Phase 0 COMPLETE (100%)! 🎉
- Week 1: API + Architecture (1,200+ lines, 15 diagrams)
- Week 2: Guides + Troubleshooting (1,950+ lines)
- Week 3: Summary + Index (650+ lines)
- **Total:** 3,800+ lines, 80+ code examples, 16 Mermaid diagrams
- **Deployed:** https://Data-Wise.github.io/aiterm/

**New Addition (Dec 22):**
- Auto-update documentation suite (5 docs, 2,991 lines)
- Tutorial, Refcard, Workflow Diagrams, Index
- Now integrated into mkdocs.yml

**Learning:**
> "Documentation BEFORE implementation clarifies vision, prevents scope creep, and accelerates development"

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### Track 2: RForge Integration (Planning Tools) ⭐ COMPLETED!

**Source:** `RFORGE-MVP-WEEK1-PLAN.md`, `IMPLEMENTATION-PRIORITIES.md`

**Original Plan:** Create RForge ideation tools for R package development
- `rforge:plan` - Main ideation tool
- `rforge:plan:quick-fix` - Fast bug fix planning
- Plus 3 more specialized tools

**DISCOVERY (Dec 21, 2025):**
✅ **Tools already fully implemented during RForge MCP development!**
- `rforge_plan` - Fully working
- `rforge_plan_quick_fix` - Fully working
- Configured in Claude Code (`~/.claude/settings.json`)

**Phase 1 Complete:** 0 implementation days! (tools already existed)
- Estimated: 15-23 hours
- Actual: 3 hours (just configuration)

**Status:** ✅ COMPLETE - Ready for Phase 2 validation with real R package work

**Recommended Approach (Hybrid Strategy):**
1. Start with 2 core tools (plan + quick-fix)
2. Validate with real usage
3. Expand to 3 more RForge tools
4. Generalize pattern to teaching/research/dev-tools

**Priority Score:** 8.8/10 (Must have!)

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### Track 3: Workflow & Documentation Automation 🎉 PHASE 2 COMPLETE!

**Source:** `IDEAS.md` (Phase 2.6), `ROADMAP.md` (Section 4), `.STATUS`

**Goal:** Automatic documentation maintenance integrated with `/workflow:done`

#### 3-Phase Roadmap

**Phase 1: Detection & Warnings** ✅ COMPLETE (Dec 21)
- 4 specialized detectors (604 lines)
- CLAUDE.md staleness detection
- Orphaned documentation pages
- README/docs divergence
- Missing CHANGELOG entries
- Integrated into `/workflow:done` Step 1.5

**Phase 2: Auto-Updates** ✅ COMPLETE (Dec 22)
- 3 production-ready updater scripts (1,104 lines):
  - `update-changelog.sh` - Parse conventional commits
  - `update-mkdocs-nav.sh` - Sync navigation
  - `update-claude-md.sh` - Update .STATUS/CLAUDE.md
- Master orchestrator (`run-all-updaters.sh`, 306 lines)
- Comprehensive documentation (PHASE-2-DESIGN.md, PHASE-2-COMPLETE.md)
- **Impact:** 30x faster (15 min → 30 sec)

**Phase 3: AI-Powered Generation** 📋 PLANNED (Future)
- LLM-based documentation writing
- Interactive doc review interface
- Multi-document consistency checks
- Screenshot/diagram generation
- Estimated: 8-12 hours

**Current Status:**
- Phase 1: ✅ 100% complete
- Phase 2: ✅ 100% complete (ahead of schedule!)
- Phase 3: 📋 Planned for future

**Integration:**
- Works with `/workflow:recap` for session restoration
- Complements `/workflow:next` for decision support
- Enhances git workflow with documentation awareness

**New Documentation (Dec 22):**
- AUTO-UPDATE-TUTORIAL.md (1,190 lines)
- AUTO-UPDATE-REFCARD.md (176 lines)
- AUTO-UPDATE-WORKFLOW-DIAGRAM.md (673 lines, 9 Mermaid diagrams)
- AUTO-UPDATE-WORKFLOW.md (600 lines, 11 ASCII diagrams)
- AUTO-UPDATE-INDEX.md (468 lines)

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### Track 4: R-Development MCP Consolidation 📋 PLANNED

**Source:** `IDEAS.md`, `.STATUS` (Dec 19 discovery)

**Discovery:** 59% of Claude commands (35/59) are R-ecosystem related!

**Strategy:**
- Rename `statistical-research` → `r-development` MCP
- Add 6 new R tools (total: 14 → 20 tools, +43%)
- Consolidate 10 R-related commands into MCP
- Result: 59 → 36 command files (-39%)

**New R Tools Planned:**
1. `r_ecosystem_health` - MediationVerse health check
2. `r_package_check_quick` - Quick R CMD check
3. `manuscript_section_writer` - Statistical paper writing
4. `reviewer_response_generator` - Respond to reviewers
5. `pkgdown_build` - R package documentation
6. `pkgdown_deploy` - Deploy to GitHub Pages

**6-Phase Refactoring Plan:**
1. Audit commands → MCP candidates
2. Design r-development MCP structure
3. Migrate 10 commands → MCP tools
4. Create 6 new tools
5. Update Claude Code settings
6. Archive old command files

**Status:** Analysis complete, implementation planned
**Priority:** High (reduces duplication, improves maintainability)

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### Track 5: Phase 2 Enhanced Features (v0.2.0) 📋 PLANNED

**Source:** `ROADMAP.md`, `IDEAS.md`

**Timeline:** 2-4 weeks after Phase 2 Auto-Updates complete

#### Feature Areas

**1. Hook Management System**
- 9 hook types available:
  - PreToolUse, PostToolUse, PermissionRequest
  - UserPromptSubmit, Notification
  - Stop, SubagentStop, SessionStart, SessionEnd, PreCompact
- Commands:
  - `aiterm claude hooks list|install|create|validate|test`
- Template library (10+ hooks)
- **Completed:** `@smart` prompt optimizer v1.0 (UserPromptSubmit hook)

**2. MCP Server Management**
- `aiterm mcp create` - Interactive wizard ⭐ HIGH PRIORITY
- `aiterm mcp list|test|validate|install`
- Template library (10+ MCP starters)
- OAuth 2.0 authentication setup
- Team configuration sharing

**3. Command Templates**
- Enhanced frontmatter support
- Namespaced commands (`/research:*`, `/teaching:*`, `/rpkg:*`)
- Interactive command creator
- Migration from old format

**4. StatusLine Builder**
- Interactive statusLine script generator
- Theme templates (3 variants)
- Real-time preview
- Session data integration

**Priority Order:**
1. R-Development MCP refactoring
2. MCP creation tools
3. Hook management
4. StatusLine builder

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### Track 6: MCP Migration & Organization ✅ COMPLETE

**Source:** `MCP-MIGRATION-PLAN.md`

**Completed (Dec 19, 2025):**
- Unified location: `~/projects/dev-tools/mcp-servers/`
- ZSH tools created: `mcp-list`, `mcp-cd`, `mcp-test`, etc.
- Index file: `_MCP_SERVERS.md`
- 3 custom MCP servers:
  - statistical-research (14 tools, 17 skills)
  - shell (custom shell execution)
  - project-refactor (4 tools for safe renaming)

**Integration Points:**
- Claude Desktop: `~/.claude/settings.json`
- Claude Code CLI: Same config
- Browser Extension: `claude-mcp/MCP_SERVER_CONFIG.json`

**Planned for aiterm v0.2.0:**
- `aiterm mcp list|test|validate`

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### Track 7: Homebrew Distribution ✅ COMPLETE

**Source:** `HOMEBREW-DISTRIBUTION-PLAN.md`

**Completed (Dec 18, 2024):**
- Private tap: `data-wise/tap`
- Formula: `aiterm.rb`
- Installation: `brew install data-wise/tap/aiterm`
- Auto-updates via Homebrew

**Status:** Production-ready, v0.1.0 released

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### Track 8: Project Standards & Cleanup 📋 IN PROGRESS

**Source:** `BALANCED-CLEANUP-PLAN.md`, `REFACTORING-ACTION-PLAN.md`

**Phase 1 Cleanup Complete (Dec 20):**
- Archived 11 deprecated commands
- Updated hub files (git.md, github.md)
- 60 → 49 command files (-18%)
- Time: 20 minutes

**Remaining Work:**
- Organize commands into logical plugin groups
- Convert standalone commands → plugin skills
- Identify MCP server candidates
- Create plugin architecture
- Reduce duplication across 194 files

**Priority:** Medium (after R-Development MCP)

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## 🎯 Recommended Next Steps

### Immediate (This Week)
1. ✅ Complete Phase 2 auto-update documentation (DONE!)
2. ✅ Add documentation to mkdocs.yml (DONE!)
3. ✅ Create workflow diagrams (DONE!)
4. 📝 Review this planning summary
5. 📝 Decide on next priority:
   - Option A: Phase 3 (LLM documentation generation)
   - Option B: R-Development MCP consolidation
   - Option C: MCP creation wizard
   - Option D: Documentation improvements

### Short-term (Next 2 Weeks)
1. Start highest priority track
2. Update .STATUS with chosen direction
3. Create detailed implementation plan
4. Begin work on selected features

### Long-term (Next Month)
1. Complete v0.2.0 feature set
2. Public release preparation
3. Community feedback integration
4. Video tutorials

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## 📋 Priority Matrix

| Track | Priority | Effort | Impact | Status | Score |
|-------|----------|--------|--------|--------|-------|
| Phase 2 Auto-Updates | P0 | 4h | High | ✅ Complete | - |
| Documentation (Phase 0) | P0 | 3w | High | ✅ Complete | - |
| RForge Integration | P1 | 3h | Medium | ✅ Complete | - |
| R-Dev MCP Consolidation | P1 | 2w | High | 📋 Planned | 9/10 |
| MCP Creation Wizard | P1 | 1w | High | 📋 Planned | 8/10 |
| Hook Management | P2 | 1w | Medium | 📋 Planned | 7/10 |
| Command Templates | P2 | 1w | Medium | 📋 Planned | 7/10 |
| StatusLine Builder | P3 | 3d | Low | 📋 Planned | 5/10 |
| Project Cleanup | P2 | 1w | Medium | 🟡 In Progress | 6/10 |

**Legend:**
- ✅ Complete
- 🟡 In Progress
- 📋 Planned

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## 💡 Key Insights from Planning Docs

### From RForge Success
1. **Documentation first prevents confusion** during feature expansion
2. **ADHD-friendly structure** (progressive disclosure, visual aids) works
3. **Comprehensive examples** (50+) accelerate onboarding
4. **Mermaid diagrams** clarify architecture before coding
5. **Tools discovered, not built** - sometimes features already exist!

### From Phase 2 Auto-Updates
1. **Small scripts, big impact** - 30x time savings
2. **ADHD-optimized** - < 10 seconds, minimal decisions
3. **Safe automation** - backups, rollback, validation
4. **Integration matters** - seamless `/workflow:done` integration
5. **Documentation is deliverable** - 5 docs as important as code

### From Implementation Priorities
1. **Hybrid approach wins** - Start narrow, validate, expand
2. **Focus beats breadth** - 2 core tools > 25 half-done tools
3. **Quick wins build momentum** - Working tool in 1-2 weeks
4. **ADHD-friendly prioritization** - Achievable milestones matter
5. **Decision framework** - Scoring system prevents analysis paralysis

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## 🎨 ADHD-Friendly Design Principles

Consistently applied across all tracks:

1. **Progressive Enhancement**
   - Start simple (MVP)
   - Add features incrementally
   - Maintain backwards compatibility

2. **Quick Wins First**
   - Working tool in days, not months
   - Visible progress markers
   - Dopamine-driven development

3. **Clear Options, Not Open-Ended**
   - 2-3 choices max
   - Concrete next steps
   - No analysis paralysis

4. **Visual Hierarchy**
   - Headers, bullets, tables
   - Diagrams and code blocks
   - Color coding and icons

5. **Fast Feedback Loops**
   - < 10 second operations
   - Instant validation
   - Real-time preview

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## 📊 Overall Project Health

### Strengths
- ✅ Solid v0.1.0 foundation (51 tests, 83% coverage)
- ✅ Phase 2 Auto-Updates 100% complete
- ✅ Comprehensive documentation (Phase 0 complete)
- ✅ Clear roadmap and priorities
- ✅ ADHD-friendly workflows validated
- ✅ Active development (10+ commits/week)

### Opportunities
- 📋 R-Development MCP consolidation (high impact)
- 📋 MCP creation wizard (user-requested)
- 📋 Phase 3 LLM documentation generation
- 📋 Public release (community contribution)
- 📋 Video tutorials and marketing

### Risks
- ⚠️ Scope creep (9 planning docs, many ideas)
- ⚠️ Analysis paralysis (too many tracks)
- ⚠️ Feature overlap (commands vs hooks vs MCP)
- ⚠️ Maintenance burden (194 command files)

### Mitigations
- ✅ Documentation-first strategy (prevents confusion)
- ✅ Hybrid approach (start narrow, validate, expand)
- ✅ Priority matrix (clear ranking)
- ✅ Regular cleanup (Phase 1 complete)
- ✅ ADHD-friendly milestones (quick wins)

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## 🚀 Decision Points

### Question 1: What's Next After Phase 2?
**Options:**
- **A) Phase 3** - LLM documentation generation (8-12 hours)
- **B) R-Dev MCP** - Consolidate R ecosystem (2 weeks, high impact)
- **C) MCP Wizard** - Creation tool (1 week, user-friendly)
- **D) Pause** - Use what's built, gather feedback

**Recommendation:** Option B (R-Dev MCP)
- Highest impact (59% of commands affected)
- Reduces duplication and maintenance
- Builds on RForge success
- Validates MCP pattern before wizard

### Question 2: Documentation Strategy?
**Current Status:** Phase 0 complete (3,800+ lines, deployed)

**Options:**
- **A) Maintain** - Keep docs updated as features are added
- **B) Expand** - Add video tutorials, interactive examples
- **C) Community** - Enable contributions

**Recommendation:** Option A (Maintain)
- Documentation is comprehensive
- Focus on features, not more docs
- Add videos after public release

### Question 3: Scope Management?
**Challenge:** 9 planning docs, 8 major tracks, risk of overwhelm

**Options:**
- **A) Focus** - Pick 1-2 tracks, pause others
- **B) Delegate** - Use agents for parallel work
- **C) Archive** - Move low-priority tracks to "future"

**Recommendation:** Option A (Focus)
- Pick R-Dev MCP + MCP Wizard
- Pause other tracks until validation
- ADHD-friendly (achievable goals)

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## 📝 Summary

**aiterm has evolved significantly:**

1. **v0.1.0 (Released)** - Solid foundation
2. **Phase 0 (Complete)** - Comprehensive documentation
3. **Phase 2 (Complete)** - Auto-update system
4. **Phase 2 Docs (Complete)** - 5 new documentation files

**Current position:**
- 100% Phase 2 complete
- Multiple validated patterns (RForge, documentation-first, auto-updates)
- Clear priorities (R-Dev MCP > MCP Wizard > Hooks)
- Strong foundation for v0.2.0

**Recommended path:**
1. Review this summary
2. Choose next priority (R-Dev MCP recommended)
3. Create detailed implementation plan
4. Ship v0.2.0 features incrementally

**Success criteria:**
- Working tools, not just plans
- Regular validation with real usage
- ADHD-friendly milestones
- Public release preparation

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**Status:** Planning summary complete! Ready for decision on next steps. 🚀
