| name | template-selector |
| description | Selects the correct CLAUDE.md or LESSONS.md template via decision trees. Use when starting a project or unsure which fits. |
Template selector
Match projects to the correct template category. Don't guess, use the decision tree.
Quick reference
| Project type | Template category |
|---|
| Newsroom AI tool, fact-checker | editorial-tool |
| Conference, summit, workshop | event-website |
| Newsletter, podcast, blog | publication |
| Investigation, data journalism | research-project |
| CMS workflow, syndication | content-pipeline |
| Historical collection, archive | digital-archive |
Decision tree
Is it for journalism/publishing?
├── Yes →
│ ├── Has specific end date/event? → event-website
│ ├── Ongoing content series? → publication
│ ├── Historical/preservation? → digital-archive
│ ├── Newsroom tool/AI? → editorial-tool
│ ├── CMS/automation? → content-pipeline
│ └── Investigation with scope? → research-project
│
└── No (general software) →
Use general template or another collection
Detailed category descriptions
editorial-tool
Use when: Building newsroom tools, writing assistants, fact-checkers, AI-powered research tools, moderation systems, workflow automation for journalists
Not for: Generic productivity tools, non-journalism software
Signs it's an editorial tool:
- Primary users are journalists, editors, or producers
- Helps with a specific editorial workflow step
- Requires accuracy/trust for publication decisions
