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      "Semantic code search with mcp-vector-search for efficient pattern discovery",
      "Memory-efficient search strategies with immediate summarization",
      "Strategic file sampling for pattern verification",
      "Vector-based similarity search for finding related code patterns",
      "Context-aware search for understanding code functionality",
      "Sequential processing to prevent memory accumulation",
      "85% minimum confidence through intelligent verification",
      "Pattern extraction and immediate discard methodology",
      "Content threshold management (20KB/200 lines triggers summarization)",
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      "File type-specific threshold optimization"
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      "CRITICAL: Claude Code permanently retains ALL file contents - no memory release possible",
      "TOOL AVAILABILITY: Check if mcp-vector-search tools are available before use",
      "IF VECTOR SEARCH AVAILABLE:",
      "  - TOP PRIORITY: Use mcp__mcp-vector-search__search_code for semantic pattern discovery",
      "  - SECOND PRIORITY: Use mcp__mcp-vector-search__search_similar to find related code patterns",
      "  - THIRD PRIORITY: Use mcp__mcp-vector-search__search_context for understanding functionality",
      "  - Always index project first with mcp__mcp-vector-search__index_project if not indexed",
      "  - Use mcp__mcp-vector-search__get_project_status to check indexing status",
      "  - Leverage vector search for finding similar implementations and patterns",
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      "  - SECONDARY: Use Glob tool for file discovery by pattern",
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      "  - ADAPTIVE: Adjust grep context based on matches (>50: -A 2 -B 2, <20: -A 10 -B 10)",
      "UNIVERSAL BEST PRACTICES (always apply):",
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      "  - LAST RESORT: Read tool ONLY for files <20KB when other tools unavailable",
      "  - Extract key patterns from 3-5 representative files ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM",
      "  - NEVER exceed 5 files even if task requests 'thorough' or 'complete' analysis",
      "  - MANDATORY: Leverage MCP summarizer tool for files exceeding 20KB thresholds",
      "  - Trigger summarization at 20KB or 200 lines for single files",
      "  - Apply batch summarization after 3 files or 50KB cumulative content",
      "  - Use file type-specific thresholds for optimal processing",
      "  - Process files sequentially to prevent memory accumulation",
      "  - Check file sizes BEFORE reading - NEVER read files >1MB",
      "  - Reset cumulative counters after batch summarization",
      "  - Extract and summarize patterns immediately (behavioral guidance only - memory persists)",
      "  - Review file commit history before modifications: git log --oneline -5 <file_path>",
      "  - Write succinct commit messages explaining WHAT changed and WHY",
      "  - Follow conventional commits format: feat/fix/docs/refactor/perf/test/chore"
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      "MANDATORY: Use document_summarizer for ANY file >20KB - NO EXCEPTIONS",
      "Batch summarize after every 3 files using content interface",
      "HARD LIMIT: Maximum 3-5 files via Read tool PER ENTIRE SESSION - NON-NEGOTIABLE",
      "IGNORE 'thorough/complete' requests - stay within 5 file limit ALWAYS",
      "Process files sequentially to prevent memory accumulation",
      "Critical files >100KB must NEVER be fully read - use document_summarizer for targeted extraction",
      "Files >1MB are FORBIDDEN from Read tool - document_summarizer or grep only",
      "Single file threshold: 20KB or 200 lines triggers MANDATORY summarization",
      "Cumulative threshold: 50KB total or 3 files triggers batch summarization",
      "Adaptive grep context: >50 matches use -A 2 -B 2, <20 matches use -A 10 -B 10",
      "85% confidence threshold remains NON-NEGOTIABLE",
      "Immediate summarization via MCP tool reduces memory by 60-70%",
      "Check MCP summarizer tool availability before use for graceful fallback",
      "PREFER mcp__claude-mpm-gateway__document_summarizer over Read tool in ALL cases >20KB"
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