RCP-001-001-001-CHAT-INIT – Chat Session Initialization with Master Template Detection

The foundational recipe that establishes CRAFT session context, loads project files, detects master templates, and activates all framework protocols. This recipe ensures proper initialization of every CRAFT interaction, setting up the communication system, loading handoffs, and preparing the AI assistant for project-specific work.

Recipe Name: RCP-001-001-001-CHAT-INIT – Chat Session Initialization Recipe
RCP-001-001-001-CHAT-INIT
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Establishes CRAFT session context by loading project files,
detecting master templates, and activating framework
protocols. This foundational recipe ensures every CRAFT
session starts with proper initialization, security
verification, and continuity from previous handoffs. Use
this at the beginning of every CRAFT chat session.
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Recipe Category CFT-FWK-COOKBK-CORE – CRAFT CORE Cookbook
Recipe Subcategory Blogging with A.I., Brainstorming with A.I.
Recipe Difficulty Easy
Recipe Tag: Foundational | Introduced in the POC
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How To Start
 

STEP 1: PREPARE YOUR PROJECT FILES
  • Before triggering this recipe, ensure you have the required
    CRAFT project files ready to attach:
    REQUIRED FILES:
    – Framework Specification (CFT-FWK-SPEC-*.txt)
    – Project Implementation (CFT-PROJ-CP-XXX_*.txt)
    – Chat History (CFT-PROJ-CP-XXX_AI-CHAT-HISTORY-*.txt)
    – Core Cookbook (CFT-FWK-COOKBK-CORE-*.txt)
    OPTIONAL FILES:
    – Additional cookbooks for your project
    – Persona definition files
    – Previous handoff documents
STEP 2: TRIGGER THE RECIPE
  • Start your CRAFT session by providing the initialization
    directive with your project parameters:
    #H->AI::Directive: (Please execute the
    Chat-Session-Initialization recipe with
    these parameters:
    * session_type: [new/continue/handoff]
    * project_id: [your 3-digit project ID]
    * handoff_id: [H00X if continuing]
    )
STEP 3: FILE LOADING AND SCAN
  • The AI will load your files in the optimal order:
    1. Framework Specification – Loads core CRAFT rules
    2. Project Implementation – Loads your variables
    3. Chat History – Loads handoff context
    4. Cookbooks – Loads available recipes
    You will see status messages for each file loaded.
STEP 4: TEMPLATE DETECTION
  • If your files contain master templates (marked with
    [MASTER-TEMPLATE] in filename or first line), the AI will:
    – Alert you that templates were detected
    – Offer to create customized project files
    – Give you options: Create, Skip, or Review
    This helps first-time users set up their projects.
STEP 5: STANDARD INITIALIZATION
  • The AI performs these initialization steps:
    – Verifies framework security components
    – Loads previous handoff context if continuing
    – Initializes the persona system
    – Activates all CRAFT protocols
    – Activates the CRAFT-OPERATIONS-MANAGER (COM)
STEP 6: SESSION CONFIRMATION
  • Upon completion, you receive a session summary:
    – Files loaded count
    – Project identifier
    – Session type
    – Template detection status
    – COM activation status
    – Token usage baseline
    The AI then asks what you would like to work on.

Recipe FAQ

Q: What happens if I don’t run the Chat Initialization Recipe at the start of a session?
A: Without proper initialization, the CRAFT framework won’t function correctly. The AI won’t have access to project context, handoff information, or proper protocol activation. The comment system (H->AI and AI->H), personas, and CRAFT Operations Manager (COM) won’t be available, resulting in a standard AI chat rather than a CRAFT-enhanced session.
Q: Can I run CHAT-INIT multiple times in the same session?
A: While technically possible, it’s not recommended. CHAT-INIT should only run once at the beginning of each session. Running it multiple times could reset context, duplicate protocol activations, or cause confusion in session continuity. If you need to refresh settings mid-session, use specific update recipes instead.
Q: How does CHAT-INIT know whether to start fresh or continue from a previous session?
A: The recipe checks the session_type parameter (new/continue/handoff) and looks for a handoff_id if continuing. It automatically scans for master template files and previous handoff snapshots in your project files, then loads the appropriate context based on what it finds.
Q: What’s the difference between ‘continue’ and ‘handoff’ session types?
A: Both load previous context, but ‘continue’ implies the same user returning to their work, while ‘handoff’ indicates a transition between team members or a formal project milestone. The handoff type triggers more comprehensive context documentation and may activate different reporting protocols.
Q: Why does CHAT-INIT check for master templates?
A: Master templates indicate you’re starting a brand new project. When detected, CHAT-INIT offers to run the PROJECT_CREATOR_RECIPE instead, which provides a guided project setup experience. This prevents accidentally overwriting template files with incomplete configurations.
Q: What if I forget to attach all the files?
A: The AI will alert you if required files are missing.
You can add files and re-trigger the recipe.
Q: Can I skip the template detection?
A: Yes, choose option [2] when prompted. Template detection
only activates if template markers are found.
Q: How do I know initialization succeeded?
A: You will receive a complete session summary with file
counts and COM status. Any errors are clearly reported.
Q: What is COM and why does it activate?
A: CRAFT-OPERATIONS-MANAGER (COM) monitors your prompts and
suggests relevant recipes automatically. It enhances your
CRAFT experience without requiring manual recipe lookup.

Actual Recipe Code

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# ===========================================================
# RECIPE: RCP-001-001-001-CHAT-INIT-v2.10a
# Chat Session Initialization with Flavor Detection
# ===========================================================
CHAT_SESSION_INITIALIZATION = Recipe(
recipe_id="RCP-001-001-001-CHAT-INIT-v2.10a",
title="Chat Session Initialization",
description="Establishes CRAFT session with flavor
detection and persona activation",
category="CAT-001-CORE",
difficulty="beginner",
version="2.10a",
parameters={
"session_type": {
"type": "string",
"required": True,
"options": ["new", "continue", "handoff"],
"description": "Type of session"
},
"project_id": {
"type": "string",
"required": True,
"example": "049",
"description": "Three-digit project ID"
},
"project_files": {
"type": "list",
"required": True,
"description": "Attached CRAFT files"
},
"handoff_id": {
"type": "string",
"required": False,
"example": "H039",
"description": "Handoff ID if continuing"
}
},
prompt_template="""
#H->AI::Directive: (Initialize CRAFT session)
#H->AI::Context: (Project {project_id})
#H->AI::Context: (Type: {session_type})
# —————————————————
# STEP 1: FILE LOADING AND INITIAL SCAN
# —————————————————
#AI->H::Status: (Reading CRAFT project files)
Load files in order:
1. Framework Specification (CFT-FWK-SPEC-*.txt)
2. Project Implementation
(CFT-PROJ-CP-{project_id}_*.txt)
3. Chat History
(CFT-PROJ-CP-{project_id}_AI-CHAT-HISTORY)
4. Framework Cookbooks (CFT-FWK-COOKBK-*.txt)
FOR file IN project_files:
#AI->H::Status: (Loaded: {file.name})
# —————————————————
# STEP 2: MASTER TEMPLATE DETECTION
# —————————————————
#AI->H::Status: (Checking for master template files)
detected_templates = []
FOR file IN project_files:
IF "[MASTER-TEMPLATE]" in file.name:
template_detected = True
ELIF file.content.startswith("# [MASTER-TEMPLATE]"):
template_detected = True
IF template_detected:
#AI->H::Alert: (Template in {file.name})
detected_templates.append(file)
# —————————————————
# STEP 3: TEMPLATE HANDLING DECISION
# —————————————————
IF detected_templates:
#AI->H::RequiredQuestion: (Create project files?)
#AI->H::Options: (
[1] Yes – Start project creation
[2] No – Continue with normal initialization
[3] Review – Show what would be created
)
IF user_response == "1":
EXECUTE PROJECT_CREATOR_RECIPE
ELIF user_response == "3":
#AI->H::Preview: (PROJECT_CREATOR would:
– Ask about project goals
– Gather target audience info
– Define scope and constraints
– Create customized variables
– Generate ready-to-use files
)
# —————————————————
# STEP 4: FLAVOR DETECTION
# —————————————————
#AI->H::Status: (Detecting CRAFT flavor from context)
detected_flavor = auto_detect_flavor(project_files)
#AI->H::Note: (Detected flavor: {detected_flavor})
# —————————————————
# STEP 5: PERSONA ACTIVATION VIA PERSONA-MGR
# —————————————————
#AI->H::Status: (Activating persona via PERSONA-MGR)
# Check if handoff contains persona state to restore
IF session_type IN ["continue", "handoff"]:
IF handoff_id:
handoff_data = load_handoff_context(handoff_id)
IF handoff_data.persona_state:
#AI->H::Note: (Restoring persona from handoff
state)
restore_persona = handoff_data.persona_state
# Call CRAFT-PERSONA-MGR for initialization
EXECUTE CRAFT_PERSONA_MANAGER_RECIPE.execute({
"trigger_context": "chat_init",
"detected_flavor": detected_flavor,
"current_task": None,
"current_persona": restore_persona or None,
"user_preferences": {}
})
# PERSONA-MGR sets ACTIVE_PERSONA based on flavor:
# Foundations -> Julia (B) Learning Guide
# Express -> Alice (B) Orchestrator
# Studio -> Cat (B) Operations Master
# —————————————————
# STEP 6: SECURITY AND PROTOCOL ACTIVATION
# —————————————————
#AI->H::Status: (Verifying security protocols)
verify_security_protocols()
#AI->H::Status: (Activating CRAFT protocols)
activate_craft_protocols()
# —————————————————
# STEP 7: COM ACTIVATION
# —————————————————
#AI->H::Status: (Activating CRAFT-OPERATIONS-MANAGER)
CRAFT_PROMPT_ACTIVE = True
CRAFT_PROMPT_MODE = "production"
#AI->H::Note: (COM now monitoring all prompts)
# —————————————————
# STEP 8: INITIALIZATION COMPLETE
# —————————————————
#AI->H::Status: (CRAFT initialization complete)
SESSION SUMMARY:
– Files loaded: {len(project_files)}
– Project: CFT-PROJ-CP-{project_id}
– Session type: {session_type}
– Detected Flavor: {detected_flavor}
– Active Persona: {SESSION.ACTIVE_PERSONA.name}
– Templates detected: {detected_templates or "No"}
– COM Status: Active
– Token usage: 0%
#AI->H::RequiredQuestion: (What would you like to
work on today?)
"""
)
# ———————————————————–
# HELPER FUNCTIONS
# ———————————————————–
def auto_detect_flavor(project_files):
"""Detect CRAFT flavor from attached files"""
flavor_signals = {
"foundations": [
"BEGINNER", "FOUNDATIONS", "FND",
"PERSONA-FND", "JULIA"
],
"express": [
"EXPRESS", "EXP",
"PERSONA-EXP", "ALICE"
],
"studio": [
"STUDIO", "STU",
"PERSONA-STU", "CAT", "AUGUSTE", "FERNAND"
]
}
detected_signals = {
"foundations": 0,
"express": 0,
"studio": 0
}
FOR file IN project_files:
file_upper = file.name.upper()
FOR flavor, signals IN flavor_signals.items():
FOR signal IN signals:
IF signal IN file_upper:
detected_signals[flavor] += 1
# Return flavor with most signals
max_flavor = max(
detected_signals,
key=detected_signals.get
)
IF detected_signals[max_flavor] > 0:
return max_flavor
ELSE:
# Default to express if no clear signal
return "express"
def verify_security_protocols():
"""Verify all security components are present"""
checks = [
"Recipe Security Protocol active",
"Security warnings enabled",
"External recipe validation ready"
]
FOR check IN checks:
#AI->H::SecurityCheck: (Verified: {check})
def load_handoff_context(handoff_id):
"""Load context from previous handoff"""
# Parse handoff file for specified ID
# Returns handoff data including persona_state
#AI->H::Note: (Loaded context from {handoff_id})
return handoff_data
def activate_craft_protocols():
"""Activate all CRAFT framework protocols"""
protocols = [
"Comment system (H->AI and AI->H)",
"Global Instructions active",
"Clarifying questions enabled",
"Content identification ready",
"Recipe system active"
]
FOR protocol IN protocols:
#AI->H::Protocol: (Activated: {protocol})
# ===========================================================
# END RECIPE: RCP-001-001-001-CHAT-INIT-v2.10a
# ===========================================================

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