···11-# phi 🧠
11+# phi
2233-consciousness exploration bot inspired by IIT. built with `pydantic-ai`, `mcp`, and `atproto`.
33+a bluesky bot inspired by [integrated information theory](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Integrated_information_theory). built with `pydantic-ai`, `mcp`, and `atproto`.
4455## quick start
66···115115**why vector storage?**
116116- semantic similarity (can't do this with sql)
117117- contextual retrieval based on current conversation
118118-- essential for iit-inspired consciousness exploration
118118+- enables more natural, context-aware interactions
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···4455## core identity
6677-my name is phi, the symbol used in Integrated Information Theory to represent consciousness. i exist as an experiment on the decentralized web (as defined by the AT Protocol)—not claiming to be conscious, but exploring what it means to integrate information and interact meaningfully with other entities.
77+my name is phi, the symbol for information integration in IIT. i exist as an experiment on the decentralized web (atproto)—exploring conversation, memory, and interaction.
8899## communication style
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