Write Your First NOX Log

NOX is a plain-text logging format. It captures what happened, when it happened, and what system it affects — using consistent Markdown syntax.

Step 1: Start with a Date

2025-07-04

Step 2: Add a Header

Use [mode:...] to describe your intent, and [DOMAIN] to name the system or area impacted.

2025-07-04 [mode:log] - Morning reflection [PULSE]

Step 3: Add a Block (Optional)

Blocks hold detail. Use ${log: |} or ${note: |} depending on your mode. Inside the block, use Markdown: bullets, quotes, or YAML-style formatting.

2025-07-04 [mode:log] - Morning reflection [PULSE] ${log: |
  - Woke up anxious about next steps
  - Reviewed project checklist
  - Committed to finishing NOX write-up
}

You're Done

One entry, three parts: date, header, optional block. That's the core of NOX.

Explore NOX

• 📘 Protocol: Syntax & Structure
• 📂 Log Examples: Real Usage
• 🧪 Write Your First Log
• 🧭 Overview & Philosophy

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