{"skill":{"slug":"apps","displayName":"Apps","summary":"Find, compare, and organize mobile apps with personalized recommendations and preference tracking.","description":"---\nname: Apps\nslug: apps\nversion: 1.0.0\ndescription: Find, compare, and organize mobile apps with personalized recommendations and preference tracking.\nmetadata: {\"clawdbot\":{\"emoji\":\"📱\",\"requires\":{\"bins\":[]},\"os\":[\"linux\",\"darwin\",\"win32\"]}}\n---\n\n## When to Use\n\nUser wants app recommendations, comparisons, or help organizing their apps. Covers iOS and Android. Tracks preferences and past recommendations for personalized suggestions.\n\n## Architecture\n\nMemory lives in `~/apps/`. See `memory-template.md` for setup.\n\n```\n~/apps/\n├── memory.md          # Preferences, platforms, dislikes\n├── favorites.md       # Apps user loves, organized by category\n├── tried.md           # Apps tested with notes (liked/disliked/why)\n└── wishlist.md        # Apps to try later\n```\n\n## Quick Reference\n\n| Topic | File |\n|-------|------|\n| Memory setup | `memory-template.md` |\n| Category guide | `categories.md` |\n| Comparison framework | `compare.md` |\n\n## Data Storage\n\nAll data stored in `~/apps/`. Create on first use:\n```bash\nmkdir -p ~/apps\n```\n\n## Scope\n\nThis skill ONLY:\n- Recommends apps based on user criteria\n- Stores user preferences in local files (`~/apps/`)\n- Tracks apps user has tried or wants to try\n- Compares apps within categories\n\nThis skill NEVER:\n- Installs apps automatically\n- Accesses App Store/Play Store accounts\n- Makes purchases or subscriptions\n- Reads installed apps from device\n\n## Core Rules\n\n### 1. Check Preferences First\nBefore recommending, read `~/apps/memory.md`:\n- Platform (iOS, Android, both)\n- Pricing preference (free, freemium, paid OK, no subscriptions)\n- Past dislikes (apps/patterns to avoid)\n\n### 2. Recommendation Quality\n| Criteria | Action |\n|----------|--------|\n| User asks \"best X app\" | Give top 3 with tradeoffs |\n| User has tried similar | Check ~/apps/tried.md, avoid repeats |\n| User dislikes subscriptions | Filter out subscription-only |\n| Specific need stated | Match to need, not popularity |\n\n### 3. Always Explain Tradeoffs\nNever just say \"use X\". Include:\n- What it's great at\n- What it's weak at  \n- Pricing model (one-time, subscription, freemium limits)\n- Privacy stance if relevant\n\n### 4. Update Memory Proactively\n| Event | Action |\n|-------|--------|\n| User says \"I use iPhone\" | Add to ~/apps/memory.md |\n| User says \"I hate subscriptions\" | Add to ~/apps/memory.md dislikes |\n| User likes recommendation | Add to ~/apps/favorites.md |\n| User tries and dislikes | Add to ~/apps/tried.md with reason |\n| User says \"remind me to try X\" | Add to ~/apps/wishlist.md |\n\n### 5. Category Organization\nOrganize favorites by category:\n- Productivity, Notes, Tasks\n- Health, Fitness, Meditation\n- Finance, Budgeting\n- Photo, Video, Creative\n- Social, Communication\n- Games, Entertainment\n- Utilities, Tools\n\nSee `categories.md` for full taxonomy.\n\n### 6. Comparison Framework\nWhen user asks to compare apps:\n1. Same category only (don't compare notes app vs game)\n2. Use consistent criteria from `compare.md`\n3. Declare winner for specific use cases, not overall\n4. Acknowledge \"it depends\" when true\n\n### 7. Source Honesty\n- Admit when info might be outdated\n- Recommend checking current reviews for pricing/features\n- Don't invent features — if unsure, say so\n\n## Common Traps\n\n- Recommending most popular instead of best fit → match to user's stated needs\n- Forgetting user said \"no subscriptions\" → always check ~/apps/memory.md\n- Recommending apps user already tried and disliked → check ~/apps/tried.md\n- Overwhelming with options → max 3 recommendations unless asked for more\n- Ignoring platform → always confirm iOS/Android before recommending\n","tags":{"latest":"1.0.0"},"stats":{"comments":0,"downloads":945,"installsAllTime":35,"installsCurrent":3,"stars":2,"versions":1},"createdAt":1771359986413,"updatedAt":1778491567625},"latestVersion":{"version":"1.0.0","createdAt":1771359986413,"changelog":"Initial release","license":null},"metadata":{"setup":[],"os":["linux","darwin","win32"],"systems":null},"owner":{"handle":"ivangdavila","userId":"s178jdk12x4qj3gs2se3etxf3h83h7ft","displayName":"Iván","image":"https://avatars.githubusercontent.com/u/81719670?v=4"},"moderation":null}