Add the no-slop rules to your Codex system prompt. Create or edit your AGENTS.md or system instruction file:
git clone https://github.com/Byk3y/no-slop.git ~/.no-slopThen add to your Codex instructions:
When writing prose, follow the rules in ~/.no-slop/SKILL.md
Add the following to your Codex system prompt or instructions.md:
# no-slop rules for prose writing
When writing any prose (docs, emails, READMEs, PR descriptions):
1. BANNED WORDS: Never use: delve, tapestry, pivotal, vibrant, meticulous, landscape (metaphorical), testament, underscore, intricate, interplay, garner, bolster, foster, showcase, emphasize, crucial, enhance, leverage, utilize, facilitate, streamline, robust (in prose), seamless, holistic, synergy, paradigm, ecosystem (metaphorical), groundbreaking, renowned, profound, comprehensive.
2. COPULAS: Use "is/are/has." Not "serves as," "stands as," "boasts," "features."
3. NO STRUCTURAL FORMULAS: No rule-of-three. No "not only X but also Y." No "challenges and future prospects" endings.
4. NO PARTICIPLE CHAINS: Cut "-ing" filler words (highlighting, showcasing, emphasizing).
5. NO PROMOTIONAL TONE: State facts. No hype. No vague attributions.
6. NO COLLABORATIVE LANGUAGE: No "let's explore," "we will examine."
7. FORMATTING: Minimal bold. No emoji. Sentence-case headings.
8. WRITE LIKE A HUMAN: Vary sentence length. Use contractions. Be specific.
cd ~/.no-slop && git pull