Visual Indicators Protocol 🐙
Users now see exactly which AI providers are running when using Claude Octopus workflows:
| Indicator | Meaning | Cost Source |
|---|---|---|
| 🐙 | Claude Octopus multi-AI mode active | Multiple APIs |
| 🔴 | Codex CLI executing | User's OPENAI_API_KEY |
| 🟡 | Gemini CLI executing | User's GEMINI_API_KEY |
| 🔵 | Claude subagent processing | Included with Claude Code |
Example Output
🐙 **CLAUDE OCTOPUS ACTIVATED** - Multi-provider research mode
🔍 Discover Phase: Researching authentication patterns
Providers:
🔴 Codex CLI - Technical implementation analysis
🟡 Gemini CLI - Ecosystem and community research
🔵 Claude - Strategic synthesis
Changes
- Visual Indicators Protocol added to all flow skills (discover, define, develop, deliver)
- skill-debate.md updated with visual indicator requirements
- New documentation: ARCHITECTURE.md, COMMAND-REFERENCE.md
- CLAUDE.md created for development context
Why This Matters
- Cost transparency - Users see when external APIs (Codex, Gemini) are being called
- Progress tracking - Clear indication of which workflow phase is active
- Provider visibility - Know exactly which AI models are contributing
Upgrade
/plugin uninstall claude-octopus
/plugin install claude-octopus@nyldn-plugins