Obsidian-Vault/CLAUDE.md

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created: 2025-11-01 16:51
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# CLAUDE.md

This file provides guidance to Claude Code (claude.ai/code) when working with code in this repository.

## Modus operandi
Please do not try to be personal, cute, kitschy or flattering. Don't use emojis of catchy phrases. Stick to facts, logic , reasoning. Dont assume understanding of shorthand or acronyms. Assume the user is a software engineer with a technical background. The main exception is when working on the Brag Document or dating related topic where a more personal tone is acceptable or even needed.

## Repository Purpose

This is a personal knowledge management system organized using Obsidian. It contains personal notes, career documentation, work projects, diary entries, and various resources spanning professional development, health, hobbies, and life management.

## Directory Structure

The repository is organized into three main domains with a PARA-like structure:

### Main Domains

- **Personal/** - Personal life, hobbies, health, relationships, travel, home improvement
- **Career/** - Professional development, technical learning, career growth, brag documents
- **Work/** - Current job-related projects and documentation
- **Diary/** - Daily journal entries
- **Inbox/** - Temporary notes and unsorted content at root level

### PARA Organization

Within each domain (Personal, Career, Work), content follows the PARA methodology:

- **Projects/** - Active initiatives with defined outcomes and deadlines
- **Areas/** - Ongoing responsibilities and interests (no end date)
- **Resources/** - Reference materials, learning content, guides
- **Archive/** - Inactive or completed items

## Key Content Areas

### Career Domain
- **BragDocument/** - Specialized workflow for tracking weekly professional accomplishments (see Career/BragDocument/CLAUDE.md for detailed guidance)
- **Resources/** - Technical learning materials (Laravel, DDD, design, etc.)
- **Articles/** - Saved professional articles and guides
- **Projects/** - Side projects and technical explorations

### Personal Domain
- **Areas/Exercise/** - Fitness routines and strength training progressions
- **Areas/Health/** - Health tracking, medical notes, and wellness documentation
- **Areas/Mental Health/** - Mental wellness, burnout research, happiness studies
- **Areas/Cooking/** - Recipes and cooking notes
- **Areas/Photography/** - Photography projects and film development notes
- **Areas/Vacations/** - Travel planning, packing lists, vacation days tracking
- **Areas/Home improvement/** - Room-by-room home projects
- **Projects/Dating/** - Relationship advice and resources
- **Projects/Running/** - Running training and progress
- **Resources/Gear/** - Equipment reviews, shopping research, and gear notes

### Work Domain
- **Projects/** - Active work projects (e.g., Fresh Customer Portal)
- **Random/** - Work-related tips and quick references

## File Format

All content is in Markdown format (.md files) optimized for Obsidian:

- Internal links use wiki-style syntax: `[[Note Name]]`
- May contain Obsidian-specific syntax (callouts, embeds, etc.)
- Images and attachments typically stored in `.obsidian` folder

## Workflow Patterns

### Diary Entries
- Named with ISO date format: `YYYY-MM-DD.md`
- Stored in `/Diary/` directory
- Simple daily reflections and notes

### Brag Document Updates
- Located in `Career/BragDocument/`
- See `Career/BragDocument/CLAUDE.md` for detailed interview-based workflow
- Weekly structured updates tracking professional accomplishments

### Note Organization
- Unsorted notes go to `/Inbox/` at root level initially
- Active projects tracked in domain-specific Projects folders
- Completed items moved to Archive folders

### Import Files
- Files named with ISO date format (YYYY-MM-DD.md) in root directory are generic import files
- The date represents the import date, not diary entries
- Content should be categorized and moved to appropriate locations based on actual content

## Common Tasks

### Adding New Notes
Place new notes in the appropriate domain and PARA category. If uncertain, use the Inbox at root level or domain-specific Inbox folders.

### Finding Related Content
Search across multiple domains as topics may span personal/career/work (e.g., productivity, learning, time management).

### Obsidian Integration
This is an Obsidian vault - respect wiki-link syntax and avoid breaking internal linking structure when renaming or moving files.

## Claude's Enhanced Capabilities

This repository has MCP (Model Context Protocol) servers configured to extend Claude's capabilities:

### Wolfram Alpha Integration
Claude has access to Wolfram Alpha's computational intelligence through an MCP server. This enables:

**Mathematical Capabilities:**
- Complex calculations, integrals, derivatives, limits
- Solving equations and systems of equations
- Linear algebra and matrix operations
- Statistical analysis and probability calculations

**Scientific Knowledge:**
- Physical constants and formulas
- Chemical properties and molecular data
- Astronomical information
- Unit conversions across all domains

**Data & Facts:**
- Current and historical data (populations, GDP, weather)
- Geographic information
- Nutritional information
- Date and time calculations

**Usage:** Simply ask Claude to perform calculations or look up scientific/mathematical information. Examples:
- "What's the derivative of sin(x) * cos(x)?"
- "Convert 50 miles to kilometers"
- "How many days until Christmas 2025?"
- "What's the population of Tokyo?"

**Documentation:** See `Inbox/MCP Servers for Claude.md` for detailed installation guide and more examples.

**Location:** MCP server installed at `Personal/Areas/MCP-Servers/mcp-wolframalpha`

## Content Themes

Recurring topics across the knowledge base:
- Software development (Laravel, DDD, system design)
- Health and fitness (strength training, exercise routines)
- Photography (film development, equipment)
- Travel and vacation planning
- Career growth and professional development
- Personal productivity and organization