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### Structure longer reference files with a table of contents
## Core principles
### Concise is key
### Set appropriate degrees of freedom
### Test with all models you plan to use
## Skill structure
### Naming conventions
### Writing effective descriptions
### Progressive disclosure patterns
#### Visual overview: From simple to complex
#### Pattern 1: High-level guide with references
#### Pattern 2: Domain-specific organization