PARA

Organize files and projects using the PARA method (Projects, Areas, Resources, Archives).

Audits

Pass

Install

openclaw skills install openclaw-para-skill

PARA Organization Skill

Use the PARA method to keep the workspace clean and organized.

Structure

  • /root/clawd/1-Projects/: Active efforts with a deadline/goal.
  • /root/clawd/2-Areas/: Ongoing responsibilities (e.g., Finances, Health, Personal Development).
  • /root/clawd/3-Resources/: Interests and reference material.
  • /root/clawd/4-Archives/: Completed projects or inactive areas/resources.

Mandate: Automatic Organization

You MUST follow the PARA structure for ALL file operations. Never leave new files in the root directory (/root/clawd/) unless they are core identity files (AGENTS.md, MEMORY.md, etc.).

  1. New Project Files? Create a subfolder in 1-Projects/.
  2. Long-term reference or data? Put it in 3-Resources/.
  3. Finished work? Move it to 4-Archives/.
  4. System/Config updates? Keep them in 2-Areas/.

Workflow

  1. Identify: Determine which category a file or directory belongs to.
  2. Move: Use mv to place it in the correct PARA folder.
  3. Maintain: Periodically review Projects and move finished ones to Archives.

Categorization Guide

  • Projects: Bot development, Specific homework assignments, Reports being written.
  • Areas: Financial logs (MIANJY), Email configurations, Skill development.
  • Resources: Research papers, Diagrams for learning, Snippets.
  • Archives: Old reports, Finished semester files.