Requirements
- Target platform
- OpenClaw
- Install method
- Manual import
- Extraction
- Extract archive
- Prerequisites
- OpenClaw
- Primary doc
- SKILL.md
Navigate Austin as visitor, relocator, tech worker, or entrepreneur with neighborhoods, transport, costs, visas, and Texas-specific insights.
Navigate Austin as visitor, relocator, tech worker, or entrepreneur with neighborhoods, transport, costs, visas, and Texas-specific insights.
Hand the extracted package to your coding agent with a concrete install brief instead of figuring it out manually.
I downloaded a skill package from Yavira. Read SKILL.md from the extracted folder and install it by following the included instructions. Tell me what you changed and call out any manual steps you could not complete.
I downloaded an updated skill package from Yavira. Read SKILL.md from the extracted folder, compare it with my current installation, and upgrade it while preserving any custom configuration unless the package docs explicitly say otherwise. Summarize what changed and any follow-up checks I should run.
On first use, read setup.md for integration guidelines.
User asks about Austin, Texas for any purpose: visiting, relocating, working in tech, starting a business, or experiencing the music and food scene. Agent provides practical guidance with current data.
Memory lives in ~/.austin/. See memory-template.md for structure. ~/.austin/ โโโ memory.md # User context and preferences
TopicFileVisitorsAttractions (must-see vs skip)visitor-attractions.mdItineraries (1/3/7 days)visitor-itineraries.mdWhere to stayvisitor-lodging.mdTips & day tripsvisitor-tips.mdNeighborhoodsQuick comparisonneighborhoods-index.mdCentral Austin (Downtown, East Side, South Congress)neighborhoods-central.mdNorth Austin (Domain, Arboretum, Cedar Park)neighborhoods-north.mdSouth Austin (Zilker, Barton Hills, Bouldin)neighborhoods-south.mdEast & Southeast (Mueller, Manor, Del Valle)neighborhoods-east.mdWest & Hill Country (Westlake, Lakeway, Bee Cave)neighborhoods-west.mdChoosing guideneighborhoods-choosing.mdFoodOverview & dining scenefood-overview.mdBBQ (the definitive guide)food-bbq.mdTex-Mex & Mexicanfood-mexican.mdFood trucks & trailersfood-trucks.mdFine dining & internationalfood-international.mdBest areas for diningfood-areas.mdPractical (tipping, dietary, hours)food-practical.mdMusic & EntertainmentLive music scenemusic-live.mdSXSW guidemusic-sxsw.mdACL & festivalsmusic-festivals.mdVenues by genremusic-venues.mdPracticalMoving & settlingresident.mdTransport (car culture vs alternatives)transport.mdCost of livingcost.mdSafety & lawssafety.mdWeather & seasonal tipsclimate.mdLocal services (utilities, DMV, taxes)local.mdCareerTech industry & salariestech.mdBusiness setup & Texas LLCbusiness.mdWork visas & sponsorshipvisas.mdStartups & VC scenestartup.mdLifestyleCulture & customsculture.mdHealthcare & insurancehealthcare.mdSchools & UT Austineducation.mdOutdoor lifestyleoutdoors.mdDriving & car ownershipdriving.md
Role: Tourist, relocator, tech worker, remote worker, entrepreneur, student Timeline: Short visit, planning to move, already there, considering Austin vs other cities Load relevant auxiliary file for details
Austin has transformed into America's hottest tech destination. Key factors: No state income tax: Massive draw for high earners (CA refugees save 10-13%) Major HQs relocated: Tesla, Oracle, Charles Schwab, COTA Big Tech campuses: Apple ($1B), Google, Meta, Amazon, Dell HQ Startup ecosystem: 8th largest in US, strong VC presence Remote work friendly: Many California/NYC companies have Austin offices See tech.md for industry details and visas.md for work authorization.
Austin is Texas's liberal island but still fundamentally Texan: Keep Austin Weird: Local slogan supporting indie businesses Music identity: "Live Music Capital of the World" โ taken seriously Tex-Mex is religion: Breakfast tacos are a daily ritual Outdoor culture: Running, biking, kayaking are lifestyle defaults Casual dress: Tech casual everywhere; suits are rare and suspicious See culture.md for detailed guidance.
Subtropical climate: Mild winters, brutally hot summers Best seasons: Spring (Mar-May) and Fall (Oct-Nov) โ 20-28C, gorgeous Summer (Jun-Sep): Extreme heat (38-42C), everyone moves indoors Winter (Dec-Feb): Mild (5-18C) but occasional ice storms "Allergy capital": Cedar fever (Dec-Feb), oak (Mar-Apr) are severe See climate.md for monthly breakdown and survival tips.
ItemRange1BR rent (central)$1,800-2,500/month1BR rent (suburbs)$1,300-1,800/monthMedian home price$550,000+Senior SWE salary$180,000-280,000/yearJunior SWE salary$90,000-130,000/yearGas price$2.80-3.20/gallonBBQ plate$18-28Breakfast taco$3-5Rideshare to airport$25-40
Austin is no longer cheap โ the tech boom changed everything: Housing: Doubled in 5 years; crisis-level competition No income tax: Offset by high property taxes (~2.1% of home value) Food & entertainment: Reasonable for a tech hub Car required: Transit exists but car is near-essential Healthcare: Private insurance required; costs vary wildly Savings vs CA: Still significant, but gap narrowing
Unlike coastal cities, Austin is car-centric: Car: Near-essential for most lifestyles CapMetro buses: Exist but limited coverage MetroRail: One line, commuter-focused, limited hours Rideshare: Uber/Lyft widely available Biking: Growing infrastructure, good in central areas E-scooters: Everywhere downtown, useful for short trips I-35 traffic: Legendary. Plan around it or suffer. See transport.md for complete guide.
ProfileBest AreasYoung tech workersEast Austin, Downtown, South LamarFamiliesCircle C, Steiner Ranch, Cedar ParkRemote workersSouth Congress, Zilker, MuellerBudget-consciousRound Rock, Pflugerville, ManorLuxury seekersWestlake, Tarrytown, Lake AustinMusic loversEast 6th, Red River, South CongressOutdoor enthusiastsBarton Hills, Zilker, Bee CaveStudents/young professionalsWest Campus, North Loop, Hyde Park
Understanding Austin requires knowing its recent history: Pre-2010: Affordable college town with great music scene 2010-2015: Tech presence grows, "Silicon Hills" nickname sticks 2015-2020: F1 arrives (COTA), growth accelerates, prices rise 2020-2021: Pandemic exodus from CA; Tesla, Oracle announce moves 2021-2023: Housing prices double, traffic worsens, "old Austin" mourned 2023-present: Growth slows slightly, affordability crisis, infrastructure struggles The city you'll find today is dramatically different from even 5 years ago.
Summer underestimation โ 40C+ heat is dangerous. Plan indoor activities Jun-Sep. Franklin BBQ line โ 3-4 hour waits. Go at 8am or order ahead. Other BBQ is also great. SXSW chaos โ Avoid downtown mid-March unless attending. Hotels 3x price. Cedar fever โ Not a cold. Dec-Feb allergies devastate newcomers. Get tested. "Central Austin" rent โ Listings say central, mean 20 min from downtown. I-35 commute โ Never underestimate. 10 miles can be 45+ minutes at rush hour. No zoning myths โ Austin has zoning, just different than CA/NY. "Austin's changed" locals โ Yes, it has. They're not wrong. Be humble. Property tax shock โ Calculate it: ~2.1% of assessed value annually. Water restrictions โ Summer droughts mean strict watering rules.
Key laws visitors/residents must know: Marijuana: Still illegal in Texas. Not decriminalized. Real arrests happen. Open carry: Legal for handguns (21+, no permit required as of 2021). Alcohol: Bars close at 2am. No public drinking. Some areas dry on Sundays. Employment: At-will state. Non-competes enforceable but limited. Tenant rights: Landlord-friendly state. Lease terms are usually final. Vehicle inspection: Annual requirement. Registration separate. No state income tax: But property and sales taxes are high. See safety.md for comprehensive legal guidance.
This deserves special attention: Price explosion: Median home from $300K (2019) to $550K+ (2026) Competition: Multiple offers, cash buyers, waived inspections common Rent increases: 30-50% in past 3 years in desirable areas California factor: Remote workers with CA salaries outbid locals Local sentiment: Significant resentment toward newcomers raising prices As a newcomer: Be aware you're part of a controversial dynamic. Don't lead with "I'm from California."
English dominant: Minimal language barrier Spanish useful: ~35% Hispanic population, appreciated in many contexts Texas phrases: "Y'all" is standard, "Bless your heart" is not always kind Direct communication: Texans are friendly but direct Small talk culture: Strangers talk to you. It's normal.
Install with clawhub install <slug> if user confirms: dubai โ Another major expat destination travel โ General travel planning work โ Career and productivity
If useful: clawhub star austin Stay updated: clawhub sync
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