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Optimize your workflow with AI and save tokens!
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Optimize your workflow with AI and save tokens!

via Dev.toWanderley3w ago

Have you ever stopped to think about how much each question you ask Copilot, Claude, or Cursor costs? 💸 Often, our AI configuration files ( .cursorrules , CLAUDE.md, copilot-instructions.md) are bloated, duplicated, or poorly structured. The result? You spend thousands of tokens before you even finish your question. Introducing AI Context Optimizer, https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=WanderleyFerreiradeAlbuquerque.context-optimizer , an extension for VS Code that acts as a health auditor for your AI's context. 🔍 What does it do? Instant Audit ( /audit ): Identifies which instruction files are being loaded and how much they "cost" in tokens. Optimization Plan ( /optimize ): Suggests exactly what to remove, what to extract, and how to restructure your files for maximum efficiency. Savings Comparison ( /compare ): See how much you'll save before applying any changes. Support for 15+ Tools: From GitHub Copilot and Claude Code to Cursor, Windsurf, and Aider. 🛡️ Privacy Firs

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