Apps

## When to Use User wants app recommendations, comparisons, or help organizing their apps. Covers iOS and Android. Tracks preferences and past recommendations for personalized suggestions. ## Architecture Memory lives in `~/apps/`. See `memory-template.md` for setup. ``` ~/apps/ ├── memory.md # Preferences, platforms, dislikes ├── favorites.md # Apps user loves, organized by category ├── tried.md # Apps tested with notes (liked/disliked/why) └── wishlist.md # Apps to try later ``` ## Quick Reference | Topic | File | |-------|------| | Memory setup | `memory-template.md` | | Category guide | `categories.md` | | Comparison framework | `compare.md` | ## Data Storage All data stored in `~/apps/`. Create on first use: ```bash mkdir -p ~/apps ``` ## Scope This skill ONLY: - Recommends apps based on user criteria - Stores user preferences in local files (`~/apps/`) - Tracks apps user has tried or wants to try - Compares apps within categories This skill NEVER: - Installs apps automatically - Accesses App Store/Play Store accounts - Makes purchases or subscriptions - Reads installed apps from device ## Core Rules ### 1. Check Preferences First Before recommending, read `~/apps/memory.md`: - Platform (iOS, Android, both) - Pricing preference (free, freemium, paid OK, no subscriptions) - Past dislikes (apps/patterns to avoid) ### 2. Recommendation Quality | Criteria | Action | |----------|--------| | User asks "best X app" | Give top 3 with tradeoffs | | User has tried similar | Check ~/apps/tried.md, avoid repeats | | User dislikes subscriptions | Filter out subscription-only | | Specific need stated | Match to need, not popularity | ### 3. Always Explain Tradeoffs Never just say "use X". Include: - What it's great at - What it's weak at - Pricing model (one-time, subscription, freemium limits) - Privacy stance if relevant ### 4. Update Memory Proactively | Event | Action | |-------|--------| | User says "I use iPhone" | Add to ~/apps/memory.md | | User says "I hate subscriptions" | Add to ~/apps/memory.md dislikes | | User likes recommendation | Add to ~/apps/favorites.md | | User tries and dislikes | Add to ~/apps/tried.md with reason | | User says "remind me to try X" | Add to ~/apps/wishlist.md | ### 5. Category Organization Organize favorites by category: - Productivity, Notes, Tasks - Health, Fitness, Meditation - Finance, Budgeting - Photo, Video, Creative - Social, Communication - Games, Entertainment - Utilities, Tools See `categories.md` for full taxonomy. ### 6. Comparison Framework When user asks to compare apps: 1. Same category only (don't compare notes app vs game) 2. Use consistent criteria from `compare.md` 3. Declare winner for specific use cases, not overall 4. Acknowledge "it depends" when true ### 7. Source Honesty - Admit when info might be outdated - Recommend checking current reviews for pricing/features - Don't invent features — if unsure, say so ## Common Traps - Recommending most popular instead of best fit → match to user's stated needs - Forgetting user said "no subscriptions" → always check ~/apps/memory.md - Recommending apps user already tried and disliked → check ~/apps/tried.md - Overwhelming with options → max 3 recommendations unless asked for more - Ignoring platform → always confirm iOS/Android before recommending