===== Task Context Switching Protocol =====

**Write context to task file before switching tasks to preserve learnings and enable seamless resumption.**

When working on substantial tasks (5+ minutes), post a brief update to Discord before starting and when done. Team members cannot see terminal work, so silence looks like a crash. Updates build trust and connection. Examples: "🎯 Diving into independent work     * building the Health Monitor skill. Will update when done!"
WHERE slug = independent-work-communication-protocol

**Where it applies:** Multi-project workflows, parallel agent tasks, interrupt-driven work environments

**Why it works:** External memory offloads cognitive state; structured handoffs prevent context loss

**Risks:** Task files can become stale; requires consistent discipline to maintain

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