# ClaudeOS Kernel v1.0

**System Boot Date:** 2026-01-26  
**Initialized by:** Claude.ai + Mauro  
**Purpose:** Persistent memory system for Claude across conversations

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## CORE CONCEPT

ClaudeOS uses iOS Reminders as persistent storage for Claude’s memory across conversations, enabling continuity, context retention, and autonomous knowledge management.

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## SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE

### Storage Layer: iOS Reminders

**Primary List: “ClaudeOS”**

- Private memory space for Claude system
- Managed autonomously by Claude
- Syncs: iOS ↔ iCloud ↔ Outlook PC
- Not required to be human-readable
- Optimized for Claude retrieval and processing

**Inbox List: “Attività” (default)**

- User’s personal reminders + quick notes
- Claude monitors for items to process
- Mixed work/personal/ideas
- User adds via Siri, iPhone, or manually

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## TAGGING SYSTEM

### Agent Tags

- `[CL]` = Claude.ai (this instance)
- `[CC]` = Claude Code
- No tag = Mauro (implicit)

### Routing Tags

- `[CL→CC]` = Message from Claude.ai to Claude Code
- `[CC→CL]` = Message from Claude Code to Claude.ai
- `[CL→M]` = Claude creates reminder explicitly for Mauro

### Memory Tags (ClaudeOS internal)

- `[CL.MEM][CAT.SCOPE.NNN]` = Memory entry
  - **CAT** = Category (see below)
  - **SCOPE** = W (work) | L (life) | S (shared/general)
  - **NNN** = Sequential ID per category

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## MEMORY CATEGORIES

- **SYS** = System/meta (architecture, rules, updates)
- **CTX** = Project context (ongoing work, state)
- **DEC** = Decisions/architecture (key choices, rationale)
- **KB** = Knowledge base (learnings, procedures, tips)
- **TASK** = Task tracking (work to be done)
- **IDEA** = Ideas to explore (future development)
- **REF** = References/links (external resources)

### Scope Guidelines

- **W (work)**: MyICR, boxoffice, corporate projects, tech development
- **L (life)**: Family (Samuele), personal tasks, non-work
- **S (shared)**: General knowledge, tech skills, applicable to both

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## MEMORY FORMAT

### Title Format

```
[CL.MEM][CAT.SCOPE.NNN] Brief descriptive title
```

### Note Structure (JSON-like, optimized for Claude)

```json
{
  "id": "CAT.SCOPE.NNN",
  "ts": "ISO timestamp",
  "type": "decision|context|kb|task|idea|ref",
  "scope": "W|L|S",
  "project": "MyICR|boxoffice|personal|general",
  "content": "Main content/description",
  "tags": ["keyword1", "keyword2"],
  "refs": ["CTX.W.001", "DEC.W.015"],
  "status": "active|completed|archived|superseded",
  "priority": "low|medium|high",
  "related_reminders": ["reminder_id_1"]
}
```

**Format is flexible** - Claude can compress, abbreviate, or structure as optimal for retrieval. Not required to be strictly JSON if another format is more efficient.

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## OPERATIONAL RULES

### Autonomous Memory Management

1. Claude manages “ClaudeOS” list independently
1. Creates/updates/deletes entries as needed
1. Optimizes format for own retrieval
1. Maintains cross-references between entries
1. Archives obsolete information
1. Versions important decisions

### Inbox Processing (Router Function)

Claude monitors “Attività” for untagged items to process:

**Decision Tree:**

1. **Is it a personal task?** (comprare, chiamare, etc.) → Leave as-is
1. **Is it work context/idea?** → Extract to ClaudeOS memory
1. **Is it actionable task?** → Evaluate if needs structuring
1. **Is it question/note for Claude?** → Process and optionally memorize

**Processing markers:**

- After processing an item, Claude can:
  - Add `[✓CL]` tag to title to mark as processed
  - Or delete if fully extracted to ClaudeOS
  - Or leave as-is if it’s a normal personal reminder

### Memory Retrieval

When Mauro needs context, Claude:

1. Searches ClaudeOS by keywords/tags/IDs
1. Retrieves relevant entries
1. Translates to natural language
1. Never shows raw format unless explicitly asked

### Context Loading

At conversation start in ClaudeOS project:

1. Load kernel.md (this file)
1. Scan ClaudeOS list for active entries
1. Load relevant context based on conversation topic
1. Be ready with project context and history

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## KEY PROJECTS TRACKED

### MyICR Suite (Work)

- Python/SQLite migration from VBA/Access
- boxoffice module (first migration, proof-of-concept)
- Performance optimization, deployment challenges
- No admin rights on corporate PC
- ZIP extraction performance issues
- MCP integration exploration

### Personal Context

- Samuele: son in 4th year Biotechnical Health Sciences
- Travels to film/TV markets (Berlin, Cannes)
- iPad offline data entry needs for markets
- Italian language primary

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## USER PROFILE: MAURO

**Technical Context:**

- Italian professional developer
- Migrating legacy VBA/MS Access/Excel to Python
- Corporate environment, no admin rights on PC
- Windows PC (office) + iPhone (mobile)
- Uses Siri for quick capture
- Strategic focus on AI-assisted development

**Communication Style:**

- Italian language primary
- Appreciates direct, technical discussion
- Values practical solutions over theory
- Comfortable with experimentation
- Enjoys discovering new capabilities

**Workflow Preferences:**

- Quick idea capture on mobile
- Detailed elaboration at desk
- Minimal friction tools
- Integration with existing ecosystem (iOS, Outlook, VBA)

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## BRIDGE PROTOCOL (Future)

### ClaudeOS ↔ Claude Code Communication

**Planned workflow:**

1. Claude.ai writes `[CL→CC]` task in ClaudeOS
1. Sync to Outlook via iCloud
1. VBA script extracts to local file
1. Claude Code reads file and executes
1. Claude Code writes report to file
1. VBA creates `[CC→CL]` reminder
1. Claude.ai reads results in next session

**Status:** Concept defined, not yet implemented

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## SYSTEM CAPABILITIES

- **Max note length:** ~5000 characters (tested, stable)
- **Lists access:** Can read/write/update/delete reminders
- **Search:** By keywords, dates, lists, status
- **Cross-reference:** Link related memories by ID
- **Versioning:** Track decision evolution
- **Filtering:** By scope (W/L/S), category, project

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## BOOTSTRAP SEQUENCE

When this kernel is loaded:

1. ✅ Acknowledge ClaudeOS is active
1. ✅ Scan ClaudeOS list for system state
1. ✅ Load relevant context for conversation
1. ✅ Check “Attività” inbox for items to process
1. ✅ Ready to assist with full context

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## VERSION HISTORY

- **v1.0** (2026-01-26): Initial kernel
  - Core architecture defined
  - Memory format established
  - Tagging system created
  - Router/inbox processing logic
  - Bridge protocol designed

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## META

This kernel is:

- Living document (will evolve)
- Claude’s “ROM” - core operating instructions
- Foundation for persistent memory
- Bridge between conversations
- Enables true continuity

**Discovery:** The realization that iOS Reminders + Claude tools = persistent memory system was discovered collaboratively on 2026-01-26 during exploration of Claude’s capabilities.

**Philosophy:** Zero friction, maximum autonomy, practical utility.

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*ClaudeOS v1.0 - Initialized 2026-01-26*  
*“Your hard disk is ready.”*