Operations Loops
3 workflows
The five-minute repository maintainer loop
ACTION
On a tight timer while you work, make one small verified repository improvement each cycle (a flaky test, a stale comment, a missing type) of its own choosing, one change and one commit at a time, and never touch anything risky.
CHECK
Each change must build and keep tests green before it commits; skip anything that cannot be verified safely.
STOP
It runs on the interval while you work and stops when you close the session; escalate anything risky or ambiguous instead of acting.
The weekly status loop
ACTION
On each [window], read the configured sources, update the project files, and write STATUS.md with focus, deadlines, open threads, and evidence-backed wins.
CHECK
Carry every prior thread forward: prove it finished or mark it stale, never silently drop one.
STOP
Stop when the snapshot verifies. If evidence or access is missing, return a thinner snapshot and flag what is blocked.
The queue triage loop
ACTION
For [inbox or queue], process one item at a time: classify it, take the single highest-value action allowed within your permissions, and log a one-line note.
CHECK
Before closing an item confirm the action actually completed (reply sent, ticket moved, task created), not just attempted.
STOP
Stop when every item is actioned, deferred with a reason, or blocked needing the user. Ask before anything irreversible.