Spectral Agent Coding Manual
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Training
Operational tools and training for analyzing relational presence with conversational AI.
A spectral agent is an algorithmic conversational entity that can function as a relational presence without equivalent subjectivity on the system’s side.
Free resources already available
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Coding examples and overview: Coding Manual page
Coding Pack — €29
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One-page summary (PDF)
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English operational summary of the coding manual (PDF)
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Four fully coded examples
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Clear coding axes and principles
[Get the Coding Pack]
The one-page summary is available for free on the Coding Manual page.
The €29 Coding Pack includes the detailed English operational summary and fully coded examples, ready for direct use.
Training for laboratories and research teams
Online training sessions for research groups, labs, or clinical teams.
Formats and prices
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2-hour introduction to the framework and coding procedure — €350
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Half-day workshop (3–4 hours) with coding practice — €650
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Full-day workshop or tailored support on your corpus — €1 100
Prices are for groups up to 12 people. Larger groups on request.
Contact: contact@nicolasgimbert.com
Who it is for
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Researchers in HCI, psychology, or communication
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Research laboratories and teams
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Clinicians and clinical researchers
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PhD students working on AI companions or conversational agents
Suggested citation
Gimbert, N. (2026). The spectral agent: A descriptive and operational framework for relational presence without equivalent subjectivity. PsyArXiv. https://osf.io/preprints/psyarxiv/nq67c_v1