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description: Start a work session — read memory files, check project status, report what needs attention.
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# Session Start

Read project state and report a summary before beginning work.

## Steps

1. **Read recent activity**
   - Read `docs/memory/session-log.md` — summarise the last 2-3 sessions
   - Note any incomplete work or open questions

2. **Check component status**
   - Read `docs/memory/component-registry.md`
   - Count components by status: done, in-progress, planned, needs-revision
   - Flag any components stuck in "in-progress" or "needs-revision"

3. **Check token status**
   - Read `docs/memory/token-registry.md`
   - Note any gaps or recently added tokens

4. **Check pending reviews**
   - Read `docs/reference/retroactive-review-plan.md`
   - List any tiers or components that haven't been reviewed yet

5. **Check recent decisions**
   - Read `docs/memory/decisions-log.md`
   - Note the 3 most recent decisions and their status

6. **Report**
   Present a brief summary:
   - Recent activity (1-2 sentences)
   - Component stats (done/in-progress/planned)
   - Pending review items
   - Suggested next actions