The Codex builds on itself. Start with the path that matches your role, or answer a quick question to find your first paper.
Answer the question that resonates most with your current situation.
Are you experiencing decision latency—spending too much time each day deciding what to work on?
Yes → Read "The Multi-Clock Problem"Are you delegating to AI agents and need governance frameworks?
Yes → Read "Governance Protocols for AI-Delegated Work"Do you need a complete operating system for your creative studio?
Yes → Read "Multi-Clock Work: A Framework for Creative Studio Operations"Are you overwhelmed by AI output and need a governance system that links purpose, execution, and completion?
Yes → Read "The Creative Operations Stack"Do you struggle with balancing new ideas vs. proven projects?
Yes → Read "Bandit Scoring for Task Prioritization"Do your daily tasks feel disconnected from strategic goals?
Yes → Read "The Purpose Gap"Are your marketing campaigns fragmenting across platforms?
Yes → Read "The Campaign Coherence Problem"Choose the path that matches your responsibilities and goals.
Solo creator or freelancer
Start with time management fundamentals, then add prioritization systems for personal workflow.
Studio founder or team lead
Focus on governance and strategic alignment alongside operations for managing teams.
Operations leader or creative director
Start with the integrated stack, then drill into purpose, cadence, and completion protocols.
Tech lead or AI implementer
Prioritize governance protocols and multi-agent patterns for deploying AI in creative workflows.
Marketing lead or content strategist
Bridge strategy and execution with campaign governance and outcome tracking.
The Codex follows a layered structure—foundations support operating systems, which enable extensions.