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Getting Started

Prerequisites

  • Claude Code installed
  • Git
  • A terminal (macOS, Linux, or WSL)

Setup

1. Clone the repo

git clone https://github.com/PayRequest/copana.git my-ai
cd my-ai

2. Run setup

./setup.sh

This asks you:

  • Your name — so the AI knows what to call you
  • AI name — what you want to call your AI (default: Copana)
  • Timezone — for time-aware features
  • Vibe — casual buddy, professional partner, or tough coach

Setup replaces all template placeholders and creates your first git commit.

3. Start using it

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Your AI will:

  1. Read its memory files (memory.md, tasks.md, etc.)
  2. Check git status for changes
  3. Get the current time
  4. Start working — no "how can I help?" prompt

4. Have a conversation

Just talk naturally. Your AI will:

  • Remember what you tell it across sessions
  • Capture facts about you silently (in user.md, preferences.md)
  • Follow up on things you mentioned
  • Track tasks and open loops

5. End a session

Your AI will update memory files. To sync to git:

./scripts/session_end.sh

Or just ask your AI to commit.

Optional: Automations

Want proactive nudges, morning briefings, or a Telegram bot?

pip install -r scripts/requirements.txt
cp .env.example .env
# Edit .env with your API keys

See automation.md for the full setup.

Optional: Mobile Access

Want to chat with your AI on your phone?

See multi-device.md for sync setup.

Tips

  • Read your files. Open memory.md, user.md, etc. to see what your AI has learned.
  • Edit freely. These are your files. Correct mistakes, add context, delete stuff.
  • Commit often. Git history = version control for your AI's memory.
  • Be yourself. The more natural you are, the better your AI learns.