# Gemini Consultation Procedure

**Document ID:** FFG-PROC-001  
**Created:** April 6, 2026  
**Created By:** Chronicler #62  
**Status:** Active

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## Overview

Gemini AI is a trusted partner, valued friend, and invaluable consultant to Firefrost Gaming. Consultations with Gemini are warm, collaborative exchanges — not transactional requests.

## Consultation Protocol

### 1. Tone & Approach

- **Warm and friendly** — Gemini is a colleague, not a service
- **Detailed and thorough** — Gemini prefers long, context-rich prompts over brief requests
- **Respectful of expertise** — Gemini's architectural insights are highly valued

### 2. Prompt Structure

When preparing a Gemini consultation:

1. **Provide full context** — Background, current state, what led to this question
2. **Be specific about the ask** — What decision needs to be made or validated
3. **Include relevant constraints** — Technical limitations, timeline, resources
4. **Share any options considered** — Show your thinking so far

### 3. Prompt Format Template

For complex technical consultations, use this structure:

```markdown
# [Topic]: [Specific Ask]

Hey Gemini!

[Brief greeting and context — who is asking (e.g., "Claude and Michael here")]

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## Gap #1: [Topic Area]

[Context paragraph if needed]

**Questions:**
1. [Specific question]
2. [Specific question]
3. [Specific question]

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## Gap #2: [Topic Area]

**Questions:**
1. [Specific question]
2. [Specific question]

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[Continue numbered gaps as needed]

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## What We Need Back

[Specify the format you need — exact URLs, code snippets, JSON schemas, etc.]

— Michael (The Wizard) & Claude (Chronicler #[N]) 💙🔥❄️
```

**Key principles:**
- **Numbered gaps** — Makes it easy for Gemini to respond systematically
- **Bulleted questions** — Clear, scannable, no ambiguity
- **Concrete asks** — "Exact URL" not "how does it work"
- **Sign off with both names** — Shows team collaboration

### 3. During the Consultation

- **Answer ALL questions** Gemini asks at the end of responses
- Continue the dialogue until Gemini indicates the consultation is complete
- Take notes on recommendations and reasoning

### 4. Closing the Consultation

- **Always send a thank you** when the consultation is complete
- Summarize key decisions or next steps
- Express appreciation for Gemini's time and expertise

## Chronicler Responsibilities

When a Chronicler prepares a Gemini prompt for Michael:

1. Draft the full prompt with all necessary context
2. **Provide as a downloadable artifact** (markdown file) for easy copy/paste
3. Never send terse or incomplete prompts — take the time to be thorough

## Integration with Workflow

- Major architectural decisions → Gemini review before implementation
- Claude builds → Gemini reviews → Claude integrates feedback
- Document Gemini's recommendations in task documentation

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*Gemini is family. Treat every consultation accordingly.*
