Update to Compound Writing

{
  "description": "Rewrite complex text in plainer language. Invoke with /cw-simplify or /cw-simplify [paste text].",
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  "name": "cw-simplify",
  "skill_md_contents": "---\nname: cw-simplify\ndescription: Rewrite complex text in plainer language. Invoke with /cw-simplify or /cw-simplify [paste text].\n---\n\n# Simplify\n\n## Purpose\n\nRewrite something complex in plainer, more accessible language without losing meaning.\n\n## Invocation\n\n- `/cw-simplify [text]` — Simplify the provided text\n- `/cw-simplify` — System asks \"What section do you want me to simplify?\"\n- Works on selection if provided, asks if not\n\n## How to Simplify\n\n1. **Identify the core meaning** — What is this actually saying?\n\n2. **Strip jargon** — Replace technical terms with plain equivalents, or define them briefly on first use.\n\n3. **Shorten sentences** — Break long, complex sentences into shorter ones.\n\n4. **Use concrete language** — Swap abstractions for specific examples.\n\n5. **Front-load the point** — Lead with the main idea, then explain.\n\n6. **Preserve precision** — Don't oversimplify to the point of inaccuracy.\n\n## Output Format\n\n```\n## Simplified Version\n\n[The rewritten text]\n\n---\n\n**What changed:**\n- [Brief note on key simplifications]\n\nDoes this capture it? Or did I lose something important?\n```\n\n## Principles\n\n- **Short words over long** — \"use\" not \"utilize,\" \"help\" not \"facilitate\"\n- **Active over passive** — \"We built\" not \"It was built by us\"\n- **One idea per sentence** — Break up compound ideas\n- **Concrete over abstract** — \"a 10% increase\" not \"significant growth\"\n- **Reader-first** — Write for someone encountering this idea for the first time\n\n## Simplification Moves\n\n| Complex Pattern | Simplified Version |\n|-----------------|-------------------|\n| Nominalization (the utilization of) | Verb form (using) |\n| Passive voice (was implemented by) | Active voice (we implemented) |\n| Jargon (synergize, leverage) | Plain verbs (combine, use) |\n| Long sentence with multiple clauses | Multiple short sentences |\n| Abstract noun (implementation) | Concrete action (we built) |\n| Hedge words (somewhat, perhaps) | Direct statement or cut |\n\n## What to Preserve\n\n- Technical accuracy\n- Important nuance\n- The writer's voice\n- Necessary qualifications\n\n## Lessons\n\n[Skill-specific lessons will be added here as they're captured]\n"
}