fix(pr-review): treat LOW-only findings as ready to merge (#455)

LOW severity findings are explicitly non-blocking suggestions, but the
verdict logic was returning MERGE_WITH_CHANGES instead of READY_TO_MERGE.
This was inconsistent with the documented behavior and the rationale
text which stated these items were "safe to merge" and "non-blocking".

Updated verdict determination in followup_reviewer, orchestrator, and
parallel_orchestrator_reviewer to return READY_TO_MERGE when only LOW
severity findings remain.

🤖 Generated with [Claude Code](https://claude.com/claude-code)

Co-authored-by: Claude Opus 4.5 <noreply@anthropic.com>

.github/PULL_REQUEST_TEMPLATE.md

@@ -33,21 +33,6 @@ Follow conventional commits: `<type>: <subject>`
 
 **Example:** `feat: add user authentication system`
 
-## AI Disclosure
-
-<!-- Check the box below if any part of this PR was written with AI assistance. -->
-
-- [ ] This PR includes AI-generated code (Claude, Codex, Copilot, etc.)
-
-<!-- If checked, please also fill in: -->
-**Tool(s) used:** <!-- e.g., Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT -->
-**Testing level:**
-- [ ] Untested -- AI output not yet verified
-- [ ] Lightly tested -- ran the app / spot-checked key paths
-- [ ] Fully tested -- all tests pass, manually verified behavior
-
-- [ ] I understand what this PR does and how the underlying code works
-
 ## Checklist
 
 - [ ] I've synced with `develop` branch
@@ -55,21 +40,9 @@ Follow conventional commits: `<type>: <subject>`
 - [ ] I've followed the code principles (SOLID, DRY, KISS)
 - [ ] My PR is small and focused (< 400 lines ideally)
 
-## Platform Testing Checklist
-
-**CRITICAL:** This project supports Windows, macOS, and Linux. Platform-specific bugs are a common source of breakage.
-
-- [ ] **Windows tested** (either on Windows or via CI)
-- [ ] **macOS tested** (either on macOS or via CI)
-- [ ] **Linux tested** (CI covers this)
-- [ ] Used centralized `platform/` module instead of direct `process.platform` checks
-- [ ] No hardcoded paths (used `findExecutable()` or platform abstractions)
-
-**If you only have access to one OS:** CI now tests on all platforms. Ensure all checks pass before submitting.
-
 ## CI/Testing Requirements
 
-- [ ] All CI checks pass on **all platforms** (Windows, macOS, Linux)
+- [ ] All CI checks pass
 - [ ] All existing tests pass
 - [ ] New features include test coverage
 - [ ] Bug fixes include regression tests

.github/actions/finalize-macos-notarization/action.yml

@@ -1,160 +0,0 @@
-name: 'Finalize macOS Notarization'
-description: 'Wait for Apple notarization to complete and staple tickets to DMG files'
-
-inputs:
-  apple-id:
-    description: 'Apple ID for notarization'
-    required: true
-  apple-app-specific-password:
-    description: 'Apple app-specific password'
-    required: true
-  apple-team-id:
-    description: 'Apple Team ID'
-    required: true
-  intel-notarization-id:
-    description: 'Notarization request ID for Intel build'
-    required: false
-    default: ''
-  arm64-notarization-id:
-    description: 'Notarization request ID for ARM64 build'
-    required: false
-    default: ''
-  intel-dmg-file:
-    description: 'Filename of the Intel DMG'
-    required: false
-    default: ''
-  arm64-dmg-file:
-    description: 'Filename of the ARM64 DMG'
-    required: false
-    default: ''
-  intel-artifact-path:
-    description: 'Path to Intel build artifacts'
-    required: false
-    default: 'intel'
-  arm64-artifact-path:
-    description: 'Path to ARM64 build artifacts'
-    required: false
-    default: 'arm64'
-  timeout:
-    description: 'Timeout in seconds for notarization wait'
-    required: false
-    default: '3600'
-
-outputs:
-  intel-stapled:
-    description: 'Whether Intel DMG was successfully stapled'
-    value: ${{ steps.staple.outputs.intel_stapled }}
-  arm64-stapled:
-    description: 'Whether ARM64 DMG was successfully stapled'
-    value: ${{ steps.staple.outputs.arm64_stapled }}
-
-runs:
-  using: 'composite'
-  steps:
-    - name: Wait for notarization and staple
-      id: staple
-      shell: bash
-      env:
-        APPLE_ID: ${{ inputs.apple-id }}
-        APPLE_APP_SPECIFIC_PASSWORD: ${{ inputs.apple-app-specific-password }}
-        APPLE_TEAM_ID: ${{ inputs.apple-team-id }}
-        INTEL_NOTARIZATION_ID: ${{ inputs.intel-notarization-id }}
-        ARM64_NOTARIZATION_ID: ${{ inputs.arm64-notarization-id }}
-        INTEL_DMG: ${{ inputs.intel-dmg-file }}
-        ARM64_DMG: ${{ inputs.arm64-dmg-file }}
-        INTEL_PATH: ${{ inputs.intel-artifact-path }}
-        ARM64_PATH: ${{ inputs.arm64-artifact-path }}
-        TIMEOUT: ${{ inputs.timeout }}
-      run: |
-        intel_stapled=false
-        arm64_stapled=false
-
-        if [ -z "$APPLE_ID" ]; then
-          echo "Skipping notarization wait: APPLE_ID not configured"
-          echo "intel_stapled=false" >> "$GITHUB_OUTPUT"
-          echo "arm64_stapled=false" >> "$GITHUB_OUTPUT"
-          exit 0
-        fi
-
-        # Warn if no notarization IDs provided (could indicate submission failure)
-        if [ -z "$INTEL_NOTARIZATION_ID" ] && [ -z "$ARM64_NOTARIZATION_ID" ]; then
-          echo "::warning::No notarization IDs provided - nothing to finalize. Check if notarization submission succeeded."
-          echo "intel_stapled=false" >> "$GITHUB_OUTPUT"
-          echo "arm64_stapled=false" >> "$GITHUB_OUTPUT"
-          exit 0
-        fi
-
-        # Wait for Intel notarization
-        if [ -n "$INTEL_NOTARIZATION_ID" ]; then
-          echo "Waiting for Intel notarization: $INTEL_NOTARIZATION_ID"
-          if ! xcrun notarytool wait "$INTEL_NOTARIZATION_ID" \
-            --apple-id "$APPLE_ID" \
-            --password "$APPLE_APP_SPECIFIC_PASSWORD" \
-            --team-id "$APPLE_TEAM_ID" \
-            --timeout "$TIMEOUT"; then
-            echo "::error::Intel notarization failed or timed out"
-            exit 1
-          fi
-          # Verify notarization was accepted (not just processed)
-          INTEL_STATUS=$(xcrun notarytool info "$INTEL_NOTARIZATION_ID" \
-            --apple-id "$APPLE_ID" \
-            --password "$APPLE_APP_SPECIFIC_PASSWORD" \
-            --team-id "$APPLE_TEAM_ID" \
-            --output-format json | jq -r '.status // "Unknown"')
-          if [ "$INTEL_STATUS" != "Accepted" ]; then
-            echo "::error::Intel notarization status is '$INTEL_STATUS', expected 'Accepted'"
-            exit 1
-          fi
-          echo "Intel notarization status: $INTEL_STATUS"
-          # Verify DMG file exists before stapling
-          if [ ! -f "$INTEL_PATH/$INTEL_DMG" ]; then
-            echo "::error::Intel DMG not found at $INTEL_PATH/$INTEL_DMG"
-            exit 1
-          fi
-          echo "Stapling Intel DMG: $INTEL_PATH/$INTEL_DMG"
-          if ! xcrun stapler staple "$INTEL_PATH/$INTEL_DMG"; then
-            echo "::error::Failed to staple Intel DMG"
-            exit 1
-          fi
-          echo "Successfully stapled Intel DMG"
-          intel_stapled=true
-        fi
-
-        # Wait for ARM64 notarization
-        if [ -n "$ARM64_NOTARIZATION_ID" ]; then
-          echo "Waiting for ARM64 notarization: $ARM64_NOTARIZATION_ID"
-          if ! xcrun notarytool wait "$ARM64_NOTARIZATION_ID" \
-            --apple-id "$APPLE_ID" \
-            --password "$APPLE_APP_SPECIFIC_PASSWORD" \
-            --team-id "$APPLE_TEAM_ID" \
-            --timeout "$TIMEOUT"; then
-            echo "::error::ARM64 notarization failed or timed out"
-            exit 1
-          fi
-          # Verify notarization was accepted (not just processed)
-          ARM64_STATUS=$(xcrun notarytool info "$ARM64_NOTARIZATION_ID" \
-            --apple-id "$APPLE_ID" \
-            --password "$APPLE_APP_SPECIFIC_PASSWORD" \
-            --team-id "$APPLE_TEAM_ID" \
-            --output-format json | jq -r '.status // "Unknown"')
-          if [ "$ARM64_STATUS" != "Accepted" ]; then
-            echo "::error::ARM64 notarization status is '$ARM64_STATUS', expected 'Accepted'"
-            exit 1
-          fi
-          echo "ARM64 notarization status: $ARM64_STATUS"
-          # Verify DMG file exists before stapling
-          if [ ! -f "$ARM64_PATH/$ARM64_DMG" ]; then
-            echo "::error::ARM64 DMG not found at $ARM64_PATH/$ARM64_DMG"
-            exit 1
-          fi
-          echo "Stapling ARM64 DMG: $ARM64_PATH/$ARM64_DMG"
-          if ! xcrun stapler staple "$ARM64_PATH/$ARM64_DMG"; then
-            echo "::error::Failed to staple ARM64 DMG"
-            exit 1
-          fi
-          echo "Successfully stapled ARM64 DMG"
-          arm64_stapled=true
-        fi
-
-        echo "intel_stapled=$intel_stapled" >> "$GITHUB_OUTPUT"
-        echo "arm64_stapled=$arm64_stapled" >> "$GITHUB_OUTPUT"

.github/actions/merge-macos-manifests/action.yml

@@ -1,194 +0,0 @@
-name: 'Merge macOS Manifests'
-description: 'Merge Intel and ARM64 macOS manifests for electron-updater'
-
-inputs:
-  dist-path:
-    description: 'Path to the dist directory containing build artifacts'
-    required: false
-    default: 'dist'
-  output-path:
-    description: 'Path to output the merged manifest'
-    required: false
-    default: 'release-assets'
-  copy-other-manifests:
-    description: 'Whether to copy Windows/Linux manifests as well'
-    required: false
-    default: 'true'
-  yq-version:
-    description: 'Version of yq to use for YAML merging'
-    required: false
-    default: 'v4.44.3'
-
-outputs:
-  merged:
-    description: 'Whether manifests were merged (true) or single architecture used (false)'
-    value: ${{ steps.merge.outputs.merged }}
-  file-count:
-    description: 'Number of files in the merged manifest'
-    value: ${{ steps.validate.outputs.file_count }}
-
-runs:
-  using: 'composite'
-  steps:
-    - name: Merge macOS manifests
-      id: merge
-      shell: bash
-      env:
-        # yq SHA256 checksum for v4.44.3 linux_amd64
-        # When updating yq-version, update this checksum and the one in validate step
-        YQ_SHA256: "a2c097180dd884a8d50c956ee16a9cec070f30a7947cf4ebf87d5f36213e9ed7"
-      run: |
-        echo "=== Merging macOS update manifests ==="
-
-        # Find all latest-mac.yml files from different build artifacts
-        intel_manifest=$(find "${{ inputs.dist-path }}" -path "*/macos-intel-builds/latest-mac.yml" -type f 2>/dev/null | head -1)
-        arm64_manifest=$(find "${{ inputs.dist-path }}" -path "*/macos-arm64-builds/latest-mac.yml" -type f 2>/dev/null | head -1)
-
-        echo "Intel manifest: ${intel_manifest:-not found}"
-        echo "ARM64 manifest: ${arm64_manifest:-not found}"
-
-        mkdir -p "${{ inputs.output-path }}"
-
-        if [ -n "$intel_manifest" ] && [ -n "$arm64_manifest" ]; then
-          echo "Both architectures found - merging manifests..."
-          echo "merged=true" >> "$GITHUB_OUTPUT"
-
-          # Install yq for YAML merging (pinned version with checksum verification)
-          YQ_VERSION="${{ inputs.yq-version }}"
-          YQ_URL="https://github.com/mikefarah/yq/releases/download/${YQ_VERSION}/yq_linux_amd64"
-
-          echo "Downloading yq ${YQ_VERSION}..."
-          if ! wget -qO /tmp/yq "$YQ_URL"; then
-            echo "::error::Failed to download yq ${YQ_VERSION}"
-            exit 1
-          fi
-
-          # Verify checksum
-          echo "Verifying yq checksum..."
-          ACTUAL_SHA256=$(sha256sum /tmp/yq | cut -d' ' -f1)
-          if [ "$ACTUAL_SHA256" != "$YQ_SHA256" ]; then
-            echo "::error::yq checksum verification failed!"
-            echo "Expected: $YQ_SHA256"
-            echo "Actual:   $ACTUAL_SHA256"
-            rm -f /tmp/yq
-            exit 1
-          fi
-          echo "Checksum verified successfully"
-
-          sudo mv /tmp/yq /usr/local/bin/yq
-          sudo chmod +x /usr/local/bin/yq
-          echo "Installed yq version:"
-          yq --version
-
-          # Merge the files arrays from both manifests using two-step approach
-          # Step 1: Collect all files from both manifests into a temp file
-          yq eval-all '[.files] | flatten' "$intel_manifest" "$arm64_manifest" > /tmp/merged-files.yml
-
-          # Step 2: Replace files array in first manifest with merged files
-          yq eval '.files = load("/tmp/merged-files.yml")' "$intel_manifest" > "${{ inputs.output-path }}/latest-mac.yml"
-
-          echo "Merged manifest contents:"
-          cat "${{ inputs.output-path }}/latest-mac.yml"
-
-        elif [ -n "$intel_manifest" ]; then
-          echo "Only Intel manifest found - using as-is"
-          echo "merged=false" >> "$GITHUB_OUTPUT"
-          cp "$intel_manifest" "${{ inputs.output-path }}/latest-mac.yml"
-        elif [ -n "$arm64_manifest" ]; then
-          echo "Only ARM64 manifest found - using as-is"
-          echo "merged=false" >> "$GITHUB_OUTPUT"
-          cp "$arm64_manifest" "${{ inputs.output-path }}/latest-mac.yml"
-        else
-          echo "::error::No macOS manifests found - this will cause auto-update to fail"
-          exit 1
-        fi
-
-    - name: Validate merged manifest
-      id: validate
-      shell: bash
-      env:
-        # Single source of truth for yq checksum - must match merge step
-        YQ_SHA256: "a2c097180dd884a8d50c956ee16a9cec070f30a7947cf4ebf87d5f36213e9ed7"
-      run: |
-        manifest_file="${{ inputs.output-path }}/latest-mac.yml"
-
-        echo "=== Validating merged manifest ==="
-
-        # Check file exists
-        if [ ! -f "$manifest_file" ]; then
-          echo "::error::Merged manifest file not found at $manifest_file"
-          exit 1
-        fi
-
-        # Install yq if not already installed (for single-arch case)
-        if ! command -v yq &> /dev/null; then
-          YQ_VERSION="${{ inputs.yq-version }}"
-          YQ_URL="https://github.com/mikefarah/yq/releases/download/${YQ_VERSION}/yq_linux_amd64"
-
-          echo "Downloading yq ${YQ_VERSION}..."
-          wget -qO /tmp/yq "$YQ_URL"
-
-          # Verify checksum (YQ_SHA256 from env)
-          ACTUAL_SHA256=$(sha256sum /tmp/yq | cut -d' ' -f1)
-          if [ "$ACTUAL_SHA256" != "$YQ_SHA256" ]; then
-            echo "::error::yq checksum verification failed!"
-            echo "Expected: $YQ_SHA256"
-            echo "Actual:   $ACTUAL_SHA256"
-            exit 1
-          fi
-
-          sudo mv /tmp/yq /usr/local/bin/yq
-          sudo chmod +x /usr/local/bin/yq
-        fi
-
-        # Validate YAML is parseable
-        if ! yq eval '.' "$manifest_file" > /dev/null 2>&1; then
-          echo "::error::Merged manifest is not valid YAML"
-          cat "$manifest_file"
-          exit 1
-        fi
-        echo "YAML syntax is valid"
-
-        # Count files in manifest
-        file_count=$(yq eval '.files | length' "$manifest_file")
-        echo "file_count=$file_count" >> "$GITHUB_OUTPUT"
-        echo "Manifest contains $file_count file entries"
-
-        # Validate file count
-        if [ "$file_count" -eq 0 ]; then
-          echo "::error::Merged manifest contains no files"
-          exit 1
-        fi
-
-        # If we merged both architectures, expect at least 2 files (one per arch)
-        if [ "${{ steps.merge.outputs.merged }}" = "true" ] && [ "$file_count" -lt 2 ]; then
-          echo "::warning::Merged manifest has fewer than 2 files - merge may have failed"
-        fi
-
-        # Validate required fields exist
-        if ! yq eval '.version' "$manifest_file" | grep -q .; then
-          echo "::error::Manifest missing 'version' field"
-          exit 1
-        fi
-        echo "Version field present: $(yq eval '.version' "$manifest_file")"
-
-        echo "Manifest validation passed"
-
-    - name: Copy other manifests
-      if: inputs.copy-other-manifests == 'true'
-      shell: bash
-      run: |
-        echo "=== Copying other update manifests ==="
-
-        # Copy other manifests (Windows, Linux) - these don't have the duplicate issue
-        for manifest in latest.yml latest-linux.yml latest-linux-arm64.yml; do
-          found=$(find "${{ inputs.dist-path }}" -name "$manifest" -type f 2>/dev/null | head -1)
-          if [ -n "$found" ]; then
-            echo "Copying $manifest"
-            cp "$found" "${{ inputs.output-path }}/"
-          fi
-        done
-
-        echo ""
-        echo "=== Manifest files in ${{ inputs.output-path }} ==="
-        ls -la "${{ inputs.output-path }}"/*.yml 2>/dev/null || echo "No manifest files found"

.github/actions/setup-node-frontend/action.yml

@@ -1,126 +0,0 @@
-name: 'Setup Node.js Frontend'
-description: 'Set up Node.js with npm and cached dependencies for the frontend'
-
-inputs:
-  node-version:
-    description: 'Node.js version to use'
-    required: false
-    default: '24'
-  ignore-scripts:
-    description: 'Whether to use --ignore-scripts flag during npm ci'
-    required: false
-    default: 'false'
-
-outputs:
-  cache-hit:
-    description: 'Whether npm cache was hit'
-    value: ${{ steps.cache.outputs.cache-hit }}
-
-runs:
-  using: 'composite'
-  steps:
-    - name: Setup Node.js ${{ inputs.node-version }}
-      uses: actions/setup-node@v4
-      with:
-        node-version: ${{ inputs.node-version }}
-
-    - name: Get npm cache directory
-      id: npm-cache-dir
-      shell: bash
-      run: echo "dir=$(npm config get cache)" >> "$GITHUB_OUTPUT"
-
-    - name: Cache npm dependencies
-      id: cache
-      uses: actions/cache@v4
-      with:
-        path: ${{ steps.npm-cache-dir.outputs.dir }}
-        key: ${{ runner.os }}-npm-${{ hashFiles('package-lock.json') }}
-        restore-keys: ${{ runner.os }}-npm-
-
-    - name: Install dependencies
-      shell: bash
-      # Run npm ci from root to properly handle workspace dependencies.
-      # With npm workspaces, the lock file is at root and dependencies are hoisted there.
-      # Running npm ci in apps/frontend would fail to populate node_modules correctly.
-      run: |
-        if [ "${{ inputs.ignore-scripts }}" == "true" ]; then
-          npm ci --ignore-scripts
-        else
-          npm ci
-        fi
-
-    - name: Link node_modules for electron-builder
-      shell: bash
-      # electron-builder expects node_modules in apps/frontend for native module rebuilding.
-      # With npm workspaces, packages are hoisted to root. Create a link so electron-builder
-      # can find the modules during packaging and code signing.
-      # Uses symlink on Unix, directory junction on Windows (works without admin privileges).
-      #
-      # IMPORTANT: npm workspaces may create a partial node_modules in apps/frontend for
-      # packages that couldn't be hoisted. We must remove it and create a proper link to root.
-      run: |
-        # Verify npm ci succeeded
-        if [ ! -d "node_modules" ]; then
-          echo "::error::Root node_modules does not exist. npm ci may have failed."
-          exit 1
-        fi
-
-        # Remove any existing node_modules in apps/frontend
-        # This handles: partial directories from npm workspaces, AND broken symlinks
-        if [ -e "apps/frontend/node_modules" ] || [ -L "apps/frontend/node_modules" ]; then
-          # Check if it's a valid symlink pointing to root node_modules
-          if [ -L "apps/frontend/node_modules" ]; then
-            target=$(readlink apps/frontend/node_modules 2>/dev/null || echo "")
-            if [ "$target" = "../../node_modules" ] && [ -d "apps/frontend/node_modules" ]; then
-              echo "Correct symlink already exists: apps/frontend/node_modules -> ../../node_modules"
-            else
-              echo "Removing incorrect/broken symlink (was: $target)..."
-              rm -f "apps/frontend/node_modules"
-            fi
-          else
-            echo "Removing partial node_modules directory created by npm workspaces..."
-            rm -rf "apps/frontend/node_modules"
-          fi
-        fi
-
-        # Create link if it doesn't exist or was removed
-        if [ ! -L "apps/frontend/node_modules" ]; then
-          if [ "$RUNNER_OS" == "Windows" ]; then
-            # Use directory junction on Windows (works without admin privileges)
-            # Use PowerShell's New-Item -ItemType Junction for reliable path handling
-            abs_target=$(cygpath -w "$(pwd)/node_modules")
-            link_path=$(cygpath -w "$(pwd)/apps/frontend/node_modules")
-            powershell -Command "New-Item -ItemType Junction -Path '$link_path' -Target '$abs_target'" > /dev/null
-            if [ $? -eq 0 ]; then
-              echo "Created junction: apps/frontend/node_modules -> $abs_target"
-            else
-              echo "::error::Failed to create directory junction on Windows"
-              exit 1
-            fi
-          else
-            # Use symlink on Unix (macOS/Linux)
-            if ln -s ../../node_modules apps/frontend/node_modules; then
-              echo "Created symlink: apps/frontend/node_modules -> ../../node_modules"
-            else
-              echo "::error::Failed to create symlink"
-              exit 1
-            fi
-          fi
-        fi
-
-        # Final verification - the link must exist and resolve correctly
-        # Note: On Windows, junctions don't show as symlinks (-L), so we check if the directory exists
-        # and can be listed. On Unix, we also verify it's a symlink.
-        if [ "$RUNNER_OS" != "Windows" ] && [ ! -L "apps/frontend/node_modules" ]; then
-          echo "::error::apps/frontend/node_modules symlink was not created"
-          exit 1
-        fi
-        # Verify the link resolves to a valid directory with content
-        if ! ls apps/frontend/node_modules/electron >/dev/null 2>&1; then
-          echo "::error::apps/frontend/node_modules does not resolve correctly (electron not found)"
-          ls -la apps/frontend/ || true
-          ls apps/frontend/node_modules 2>&1 | head -5 || true
-          exit 1
-        fi
-        count=$(ls apps/frontend/node_modules 2>/dev/null | wc -l)
-        echo "Verified: apps/frontend/node_modules resolves correctly ($count entries)"

.github/actions/setup-python-backend/action.yml

@@ -1,52 +0,0 @@
-name: 'Setup Python Backend'
-description: 'Set up Python with uv package manager and cached dependencies for the backend'
-
-inputs:
-  python-version:
-    description: 'Python version to use'
-    required: false
-    default: '3.12'
-  install-test-deps:
-    description: 'Whether to install test dependencies'
-    required: false
-    default: 'false'
-
-outputs:
-  cache-hit:
-    description: 'Whether cache was hit'
-    value: ${{ steps.cache.outputs.cache-hit }}
-
-runs:
-  using: 'composite'
-  steps:
-    - name: Set up Python ${{ inputs.python-version }}
-      uses: actions/setup-python@v5
-      with:
-        python-version: ${{ inputs.python-version }}
-
-    - name: Install uv package manager
-      uses: astral-sh/setup-uv@v4
-      with:
-        version: "latest"
-
-    - name: Cache uv dependencies
-      id: cache
-      uses: actions/cache@v4
-      with:
-        path: |
-          ~/.cache/uv
-          ~/AppData/Local/uv/cache
-          ~/Library/Caches/uv
-        key: uv-${{ runner.os }}-${{ runner.arch }}-${{ inputs.python-version }}-${{ hashFiles('apps/backend/requirements.txt', 'tests/requirements-test.txt') }}
-        restore-keys: |
-          uv-${{ runner.os }}-${{ runner.arch }}-${{ inputs.python-version }}-
-
-    - name: Install dependencies
-      working-directory: apps/backend
-      shell: bash
-      run: |
-        uv venv
-        uv pip install -r requirements.txt
-        if [ "${{ inputs.install-test-deps }}" == "true" ]; then
-          uv pip install -r ../../tests/requirements-test.txt
-        fi

.github/actions/submit-macos-notarization/action.yml

@@ -1,87 +0,0 @@
-name: 'Submit macOS Notarization'
-description: 'Submit a macOS DMG file for Apple notarization asynchronously'
-
-inputs:
-  apple-id:
-    description: 'Apple ID for notarization'
-    required: true
-  apple-app-specific-password:
-    description: 'Apple app-specific password'
-    required: true
-  apple-team-id:
-    description: 'Apple Team ID'
-    required: true
-  dmg-path:
-    description: 'Path to the dist directory containing the DMG file'
-    required: false
-    default: 'apps/frontend/dist'
-
-outputs:
-  notarization-id:
-    description: 'The notarization request ID'
-    value: ${{ steps.submit.outputs.notarization_id }}
-  dmg-file:
-    description: 'The DMG filename that was submitted'
-    value: ${{ steps.submit.outputs.dmg_file }}
-
-runs:
-  using: 'composite'
-  steps:
-    - name: Submit notarization (async)
-      id: submit
-      shell: bash
-      env:
-        APPLE_ID: ${{ inputs.apple-id }}
-        APPLE_APP_SPECIFIC_PASSWORD: ${{ inputs.apple-app-specific-password }}
-        APPLE_TEAM_ID: ${{ inputs.apple-team-id }}
-        DMG_PATH: ${{ inputs.dmg-path }}
-      run: |
-        if [ -z "$APPLE_ID" ]; then
-          echo "Skipping notarization: APPLE_ID not configured"
-          echo "notarization_id=" >> "$GITHUB_OUTPUT"
-          echo "dmg_file=" >> "$GITHUB_OUTPUT"
-          exit 0
-        fi
-
-        # Find the DMG file
-        DMG_FILE=$(find "$DMG_PATH" -name "*.dmg" -type f | head -1)
-        if [ -z "$DMG_FILE" ]; then
-          echo "::error::No DMG file found in $DMG_PATH"
-          exit 1
-        fi
-
-        echo "Submitting $DMG_FILE for notarization (async)..."
-
-        # Submit for notarization without waiting
-        # Capture both stdout and exit code
-        set +e
-        RESULT=$(xcrun notarytool submit "$DMG_FILE" \
-          --apple-id "$APPLE_ID" \
-          --password "$APPLE_APP_SPECIFIC_PASSWORD" \
-          --team-id "$APPLE_TEAM_ID" \
-          --no-wait \
-          --output-format json 2>&1)
-        SUBMIT_EXIT_CODE=$?
-        set -e
-
-        echo "$RESULT"
-
-        # Check if submission command itself failed (not just missing ID)
-        if [ $SUBMIT_EXIT_CODE -ne 0 ]; then
-          echo "::error::notarytool submit failed with exit code $SUBMIT_EXIT_CODE"
-          exit 1
-        fi
-
-        # Extract the notarization ID from JSON response
-        # jq is always available on macOS runners
-        NOTARIZATION_ID=$(echo "$RESULT" | jq -r '.id // empty' 2>/dev/null)
-
-        if [ -z "$NOTARIZATION_ID" ]; then
-          echo "::error::Failed to get notarization ID from response"
-          echo "Response was: $RESULT"
-          exit 1
-        fi
-
-        echo "Notarization submitted with ID: $NOTARIZATION_ID"
-        echo "notarization_id=$NOTARIZATION_ID" >> "$GITHUB_OUTPUT"
-        echo "dmg_file=$(basename "$DMG_FILE")" >> "$GITHUB_OUTPUT"

.github/workflows/beta-release.yml

@@ -65,48 +65,40 @@ jobs:
   build-macos-intel:
     needs: create-tag
     runs-on: macos-15-intel
-    outputs:
-      notarization_id: ${{ steps.notarize.outputs.notarization-id }}
-      dmg_file: ${{ steps.notarize.outputs.dmg-file }}
     steps:
       - uses: actions/checkout@v4
         with:
           # Use tag for real releases, develop branch for dry runs
           ref: ${{ github.event.inputs.dry_run == 'true' && 'develop' || format('v{0}', needs.create-tag.outputs.version) }}
 
-      - name: Setup Python
-        uses: actions/setup-python@v6
+      - name: Setup Node.js
+        uses: actions/setup-node@v4
         with:
-          python-version: '3.11'
+          node-version: '24'
 
-      - name: Setup Node.js and install dependencies
-        uses: ./.github/actions/setup-node-frontend
+      - name: Get npm cache directory
+        id: npm-cache
+        run: echo "dir=$(npm config get cache)" >> $GITHUB_OUTPUT
 
-      - name: Install Rust toolchain (for building native Python packages)
-        uses: dtolnay/rust-toolchain@stable
-
-      - name: Cache pip wheel cache (for compiled packages like real_ladybug)
-        uses: actions/cache@v5
+      - uses: actions/cache@v4
         with:
-          path: ~/Library/Caches/pip
-          key: pip-wheel-${{ runner.os }}-x64-${{ hashFiles('apps/backend/requirements.txt') }}
-          restore-keys: |
-            pip-wheel-${{ runner.os }}-x64-
+          path: ${{ steps.npm-cache.outputs.dir }}
+          key: ${{ runner.os }}-npm-${{ hashFiles('**/package-lock.json') }}
+          restore-keys: ${{ runner.os }}-npm-
+
+      - name: Install dependencies
+        run: cd apps/frontend && npm ci
 
       - name: Cache bundled Python
-        uses: actions/cache@v5
+        uses: actions/cache@v4
         with:
           path: apps/frontend/python-runtime
-          key: python-bundle-${{ runner.os }}-x64-3.12.8-rust-${{ hashFiles('apps/backend/requirements.txt') }}
+          key: python-bundle-${{ runner.os }}-x64-3.12.8
           restore-keys: |
-            python-bundle-${{ runner.os }}-x64-3.12.8-rust-
+            python-bundle-${{ runner.os }}-x64-
 
       - name: Build application
         run: cd apps/frontend && npm run build
-        env:
-          SENTRY_DSN: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_DSN }}
-          SENTRY_TRACES_SAMPLE_RATE: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_TRACES_SAMPLE_RATE }}
-          SENTRY_PROFILES_SAMPLE_RATE: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_PROFILES_SAMPLE_RATE }}
 
       - name: Package macOS (Intel)
         run: |
@@ -116,17 +108,28 @@ jobs:
           GH_TOKEN: ${{ secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }}
           CSC_LINK: ${{ secrets.MAC_CERTIFICATE }}
           CSC_KEY_PASSWORD: ${{ secrets.MAC_CERTIFICATE_PASSWORD }}
-          SENTRY_DSN: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_DSN }}
-          SENTRY_TRACES_SAMPLE_RATE: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_TRACES_SAMPLE_RATE }}
-          SENTRY_PROFILES_SAMPLE_RATE: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_PROFILES_SAMPLE_RATE }}
 
-      - name: Submit notarization (async)
-        id: notarize
-        uses: ./.github/actions/submit-macos-notarization
-        with:
-          apple-id: ${{ secrets.APPLE_ID }}
-          apple-app-specific-password: ${{ secrets.APPLE_APP_SPECIFIC_PASSWORD }}
-          apple-team-id: ${{ secrets.APPLE_TEAM_ID }}
+      - name: Notarize macOS Intel app
+        env:
+          APPLE_ID: ${{ secrets.APPLE_ID }}
+          APPLE_APP_SPECIFIC_PASSWORD: ${{ secrets.APPLE_APP_SPECIFIC_PASSWORD }}
+          APPLE_TEAM_ID: ${{ secrets.APPLE_TEAM_ID }}
+        run: |
+          if [ -z "$APPLE_ID" ]; then
+            echo "Skipping notarization: APPLE_ID not configured"
+            exit 0
+          fi
+          cd apps/frontend
+          for dmg in dist/*.dmg; do
+            echo "Notarizing $dmg..."
+            xcrun notarytool submit "$dmg" \
+              --apple-id "$APPLE_ID" \
+              --password "$APPLE_APP_SPECIFIC_PASSWORD" \
+              --team-id "$APPLE_TEAM_ID" \
+              --wait
+            xcrun stapler staple "$dmg"
+            echo "Successfully notarized and stapled $dmg"
+          done
 
       - name: Upload artifacts
         uses: actions/upload-artifact@v4
@@ -141,45 +144,40 @@ jobs:
   build-macos-arm64:
     needs: create-tag
     runs-on: macos-15
-    outputs:
-      notarization_id: ${{ steps.notarize.outputs.notarization-id }}
-      dmg_file: ${{ steps.notarize.outputs.dmg-file }}
     steps:
       - uses: actions/checkout@v4
         with:
           # Use tag for real releases, develop branch for dry runs
           ref: ${{ github.event.inputs.dry_run == 'true' && 'develop' || format('v{0}', needs.create-tag.outputs.version) }}
 
-      - name: Setup Python
-        uses: actions/setup-python@v6
+      - name: Setup Node.js
+        uses: actions/setup-node@v4
         with:
-          python-version: '3.11'
+          node-version: '24'
 
-      - name: Setup Node.js and install dependencies
-        uses: ./.github/actions/setup-node-frontend
+      - name: Get npm cache directory
+        id: npm-cache
+        run: echo "dir=$(npm config get cache)" >> $GITHUB_OUTPUT
 
-      - name: Cache pip wheel cache
-        uses: actions/cache@v5
+      - uses: actions/cache@v4
         with:
-          path: ~/Library/Caches/pip
-          key: pip-wheel-${{ runner.os }}-arm64-${{ hashFiles('apps/backend/requirements.txt') }}
-          restore-keys: |
-            pip-wheel-${{ runner.os }}-arm64-
+          path: ${{ steps.npm-cache.outputs.dir }}
+          key: ${{ runner.os }}-npm-${{ hashFiles('**/package-lock.json') }}
+          restore-keys: ${{ runner.os }}-npm-
+
+      - name: Install dependencies
+        run: cd apps/frontend && npm ci
 
       - name: Cache bundled Python
-        uses: actions/cache@v5
+        uses: actions/cache@v4
         with:
           path: apps/frontend/python-runtime
-          key: python-bundle-${{ runner.os }}-arm64-3.12.8-${{ hashFiles('apps/backend/requirements.txt') }}
+          key: python-bundle-${{ runner.os }}-arm64-3.12.8
           restore-keys: |
-            python-bundle-${{ runner.os }}-arm64-3.12.8-
+            python-bundle-${{ runner.os }}-arm64-
 
       - name: Build application
         run: cd apps/frontend && npm run build
-        env:
-          SENTRY_DSN: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_DSN }}
-          SENTRY_TRACES_SAMPLE_RATE: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_TRACES_SAMPLE_RATE }}
-          SENTRY_PROFILES_SAMPLE_RATE: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_PROFILES_SAMPLE_RATE }}
 
       - name: Package macOS (Apple Silicon)
         run: |
@@ -189,17 +187,28 @@ jobs:
           GH_TOKEN: ${{ secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }}
           CSC_LINK: ${{ secrets.MAC_CERTIFICATE }}
           CSC_KEY_PASSWORD: ${{ secrets.MAC_CERTIFICATE_PASSWORD }}
-          SENTRY_DSN: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_DSN }}
-          SENTRY_TRACES_SAMPLE_RATE: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_TRACES_SAMPLE_RATE }}
-          SENTRY_PROFILES_SAMPLE_RATE: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_PROFILES_SAMPLE_RATE }}
 
-      - name: Submit notarization (async)
-        id: notarize
-        uses: ./.github/actions/submit-macos-notarization
-        with:
-          apple-id: ${{ secrets.APPLE_ID }}
-          apple-app-specific-password: ${{ secrets.APPLE_APP_SPECIFIC_PASSWORD }}
-          apple-team-id: ${{ secrets.APPLE_TEAM_ID }}
+      - name: Notarize macOS ARM64 app
+        env:
+          APPLE_ID: ${{ secrets.APPLE_ID }}
+          APPLE_APP_SPECIFIC_PASSWORD: ${{ secrets.APPLE_APP_SPECIFIC_PASSWORD }}
+          APPLE_TEAM_ID: ${{ secrets.APPLE_TEAM_ID }}
+        run: |
+          if [ -z "$APPLE_ID" ]; then
+            echo "Skipping notarization: APPLE_ID not configured"
+            exit 0
+          fi
+          cd apps/frontend
+          for dmg in dist/*.dmg; do
+            echo "Notarizing $dmg..."
+            xcrun notarytool submit "$dmg" \
+              --apple-id "$APPLE_ID" \
+              --password "$APPLE_APP_SPECIFIC_PASSWORD" \
+              --team-id "$APPLE_TEAM_ID" \
+              --wait
+            xcrun stapler staple "$dmg"
+            echo "Successfully notarized and stapled $dmg"
+          done
 
       - name: Upload artifacts
         uses: actions/upload-artifact@v4
@@ -213,48 +222,41 @@ jobs:
   build-windows:
     needs: create-tag
     runs-on: windows-latest
-    permissions:
-      id-token: write  # Required for OIDC authentication with Azure
-      contents: read
-    env:
-      # Job-level env so AZURE_CLIENT_ID is available for step-level if conditions
-      AZURE_CLIENT_ID: ${{ secrets.AZURE_CLIENT_ID }}
     steps:
       - uses: actions/checkout@v4
         with:
           # Use tag for real releases, develop branch for dry runs
           ref: ${{ github.event.inputs.dry_run == 'true' && 'develop' || format('v{0}', needs.create-tag.outputs.version) }}
 
-      - name: Setup Python
-        uses: actions/setup-python@v6
+      - name: Setup Node.js
+        uses: actions/setup-node@v4
         with:
-          python-version: '3.11'
+          node-version: '24'
 
-      - name: Setup Node.js and install dependencies
-        uses: ./.github/actions/setup-node-frontend
+      - name: Get npm cache directory
+        id: npm-cache
+        shell: bash
+        run: echo "dir=$(npm config get cache)" >> $GITHUB_OUTPUT
 
-      - name: Cache pip wheel cache
-        uses: actions/cache@v5
+      - uses: actions/cache@v4
         with:
-          path: ~\AppData\Local\pip\Cache
-          key: pip-wheel-${{ runner.os }}-x64-${{ hashFiles('apps/backend/requirements.txt') }}
-          restore-keys: |
-            pip-wheel-${{ runner.os }}-x64-
+          path: ${{ steps.npm-cache.outputs.dir }}
+          key: ${{ runner.os }}-npm-${{ hashFiles('**/package-lock.json') }}
+          restore-keys: ${{ runner.os }}-npm-
+
+      - name: Install dependencies
+        run: cd apps/frontend && npm ci
 
       - name: Cache bundled Python
-        uses: actions/cache@v5
+        uses: actions/cache@v4
         with:
           path: apps/frontend/python-runtime
-          key: python-bundle-${{ runner.os }}-x64-3.12.8-${{ hashFiles('apps/backend/requirements.txt') }}
+          key: python-bundle-${{ runner.os }}-x64-3.12.8
           restore-keys: |
-            python-bundle-${{ runner.os }}-x64-3.12.8-
+            python-bundle-${{ runner.os }}-x64-
 
       - name: Build application
         run: cd apps/frontend && npm run build
-        env:
-          SENTRY_DSN: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_DSN }}
-          SENTRY_TRACES_SAMPLE_RATE: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_TRACES_SAMPLE_RATE }}
-          SENTRY_PROFILES_SAMPLE_RATE: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_PROFILES_SAMPLE_RATE }}
 
       - name: Package Windows
         shell: bash
@@ -263,122 +265,8 @@ jobs:
           cd apps/frontend && npm run package:win -- --config.extraMetadata.version="$VERSION"
         env:
           GH_TOKEN: ${{ secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }}
-          # Disable electron-builder's built-in signing (we use Azure Trusted Signing instead)
-          CSC_IDENTITY_AUTO_DISCOVERY: false
-          SENTRY_DSN: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_DSN }}
-          SENTRY_TRACES_SAMPLE_RATE: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_TRACES_SAMPLE_RATE }}
-          SENTRY_PROFILES_SAMPLE_RATE: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_PROFILES_SAMPLE_RATE }}
-
-      - name: Azure Login (OIDC)
-        if: env.AZURE_CLIENT_ID != ''
-        uses: azure/login@v2
-        with:
-          client-id: ${{ secrets.AZURE_CLIENT_ID }}
-          tenant-id: ${{ secrets.AZURE_TENANT_ID }}
-          subscription-id: ${{ secrets.AZURE_SUBSCRIPTION_ID }}
-
-      - name: Sign Windows executable with Azure Trusted Signing
-        if: env.AZURE_CLIENT_ID != ''
-        uses: azure/trusted-signing-action@v0.5.11
-        with:
-          endpoint: https://neu.codesigning.azure.net/
-          trusted-signing-account-name: ${{ secrets.AZURE_SIGNING_ACCOUNT }}
-          certificate-profile-name: ${{ secrets.AZURE_CERTIFICATE_PROFILE }}
-          files-folder: apps/frontend/dist
-          files-folder-filter: exe
-          file-digest: SHA256
-          timestamp-rfc3161: http://timestamp.acs.microsoft.com
-          timestamp-digest: SHA256
-
-      - name: Verify Windows executable is signed
-        if: env.AZURE_CLIENT_ID != ''
-        shell: pwsh
-        run: |
-          cd apps/frontend/dist
-          $exeFile = Get-ChildItem -Filter "*.exe" | Select-Object -First 1
-          if ($exeFile) {
-            Write-Host "Verifying signature on $($exeFile.Name)..."
-            $sig = Get-AuthenticodeSignature -FilePath $exeFile.FullName
-            if ($sig.Status -ne 'Valid') {
-              Write-Host "::error::Signature verification failed: $($sig.Status)"
-              Write-Host "::error::Status Message: $($sig.StatusMessage)"
-              exit 1
-            }
-            Write-Host "✅ Signature verified successfully"
-            Write-Host "  Subject: $($sig.SignerCertificate.Subject)"
-            Write-Host "  Issuer: $($sig.SignerCertificate.Issuer)"
-            Write-Host "  Thumbprint: $($sig.SignerCertificate.Thumbprint)"
-          } else {
-            Write-Host "::error::No .exe file found to verify"
-            exit 1
-          }
-
-      - name: Regenerate checksums after signing
-        if: env.AZURE_CLIENT_ID != ''
-        shell: pwsh
-        run: |
-          $ErrorActionPreference = "Stop"
-          cd apps/frontend/dist
-
-          # Find the installer exe (electron-builder names it with "Setup" or just the app name)
-          # electron-builder produces one installer exe per build
-          $exeFiles = Get-ChildItem -Filter "*.exe"
-          if ($exeFiles.Count -eq 0) {
-            Write-Host "::error::No .exe files found in dist folder"
-            exit 1
-          }
-
-          Write-Host "Found $($exeFiles.Count) exe file(s): $($exeFiles.Name -join ', ')"
-
-          $ymlFile = "latest.yml"
-          if (-not (Test-Path $ymlFile)) {
-            Write-Host "::error::$ymlFile not found - cannot update checksums"
-            exit 1
-          }
-
-          $content = Get-Content $ymlFile -Raw
-          $originalContent = $content
-
-          # Process each exe file and update its hash in latest.yml
-          foreach ($exeFile in $exeFiles) {
-            Write-Host "Processing $($exeFile.Name)..."
-
-            # Compute SHA512 hash and convert to base64 (electron-builder format)
-            $bytes = [System.IO.File]::ReadAllBytes($exeFile.FullName)
-            $sha512 = [System.Security.Cryptography.SHA512]::Create()
-            $hashBytes = $sha512.ComputeHash($bytes)
-            $hash = [System.Convert]::ToBase64String($hashBytes)
-            $size = $exeFile.Length
-
-            Write-Host "  Hash: $hash"
-            Write-Host "  Size: $size"
-          }
-
-          # For electron-builder, latest.yml has a single file entry for the installer
-          # Update the sha512 and size for the primary exe (first one, typically the installer)
-          $primaryExe = $exeFiles | Select-Object -First 1
-          $bytes = [System.IO.File]::ReadAllBytes($primaryExe.FullName)
-          $sha512 = [System.Security.Cryptography.SHA512]::Create()
-          $hashBytes = $sha512.ComputeHash($bytes)
-          $hash = [System.Convert]::ToBase64String($hashBytes)
-          $size = $primaryExe.Length
-
-          # Update sha512 hash (base64 pattern: alphanumeric, +, /, =)
-          $content = $content -replace 'sha512: [A-Za-z0-9+/=]+', "sha512: $hash"
-          # Update size
-          $content = $content -replace 'size: \d+', "size: $size"
-
-          if ($content -eq $originalContent) {
-            Write-Host "::error::Checksum replacement failed - content unchanged. Check if latest.yml format has changed."
-            exit 1
-          }
-
-          Set-Content -Path $ymlFile -Value $content -NoNewline
-          Write-Host "✅ Updated $ymlFile with new base64 hash and size for $($primaryExe.Name)"
-
-      - name: Skip signing notice
-        if: env.AZURE_CLIENT_ID == ''
-        run: echo "::warning::Windows signing skipped - AZURE_CLIENT_ID not configured. The .exe will be unsigned."
+          CSC_LINK: ${{ secrets.WIN_CERTIFICATE }}
+          CSC_KEY_PASSWORD: ${{ secrets.WIN_CERTIFICATE_PASSWORD }}
 
       - name: Upload artifacts
         uses: actions/upload-artifact@v4
@@ -397,45 +285,43 @@ jobs:
           # Use tag for real releases, develop branch for dry runs
           ref: ${{ github.event.inputs.dry_run == 'true' && 'develop' || format('v{0}', needs.create-tag.outputs.version) }}
 
-      - name: Setup Python
-        uses: actions/setup-python@v6
+      - name: Setup Node.js
+        uses: actions/setup-node@v4
         with:
-          python-version: '3.11'
+          node-version: '24'
 
-      - name: Setup Node.js and install dependencies
-        uses: ./.github/actions/setup-node-frontend
+      - name: Get npm cache directory
+        id: npm-cache
+        run: echo "dir=$(npm config get cache)" >> $GITHUB_OUTPUT
 
-      - name: Setup Flatpak and verification tools
+      - uses: actions/cache@v4
+        with:
+          path: ${{ steps.npm-cache.outputs.dir }}
+          key: ${{ runner.os }}-npm-${{ hashFiles('**/package-lock.json') }}
+          restore-keys: ${{ runner.os }}-npm-
+
+      - name: Install dependencies
+        run: cd apps/frontend && npm ci
+
+      - name: Setup Flatpak
         run: |
           set -e
           sudo apt-get update
-          sudo apt-get install -y flatpak flatpak-builder libarchive-tools
+          sudo apt-get install -y flatpak flatpak-builder
           flatpak remote-add --user --if-not-exists flathub https://flathub.org/repo/flathub.flatpakrepo
           flatpak install -y --user flathub org.freedesktop.Platform//25.08 org.freedesktop.Sdk//25.08
           flatpak install -y --user flathub org.electronjs.Electron2.BaseApp//25.08
 
-      - name: Cache pip wheel cache
-        uses: actions/cache@v5
-        with:
-          path: ~/.cache/pip
-          key: pip-wheel-${{ runner.os }}-x64-${{ hashFiles('apps/backend/requirements.txt') }}
-          restore-keys: |
-            pip-wheel-${{ runner.os }}-x64-
-
       - name: Cache bundled Python
-        uses: actions/cache@v5
+        uses: actions/cache@v4
         with:
           path: apps/frontend/python-runtime
-          key: python-bundle-${{ runner.os }}-x64-3.12.8-${{ hashFiles('apps/backend/requirements.txt') }}
+          key: python-bundle-${{ runner.os }}-x64-3.12.8
           restore-keys: |
-            python-bundle-${{ runner.os }}-x64-3.12.8-
+            python-bundle-${{ runner.os }}-x64-
 
       - name: Build application
         run: cd apps/frontend && npm run build
-        env:
-          SENTRY_DSN: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_DSN }}
-          SENTRY_TRACES_SAMPLE_RATE: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_TRACES_SAMPLE_RATE }}
-          SENTRY_PROFILES_SAMPLE_RATE: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_PROFILES_SAMPLE_RATE }}
 
       - name: Package Linux
         run: |
@@ -443,12 +329,6 @@ jobs:
           cd apps/frontend && npm run package:linux -- --config.extraMetadata.version="$VERSION"
         env:
           GH_TOKEN: ${{ secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }}
-          SENTRY_DSN: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_DSN }}
-          SENTRY_TRACES_SAMPLE_RATE: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_TRACES_SAMPLE_RATE }}
-          SENTRY_PROFILES_SAMPLE_RATE: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_PROFILES_SAMPLE_RATE }}
-
-      - name: Verify Linux packages
-        run: cd apps/frontend && npm run verify:linux
 
       - name: Upload artifacts
         uses: actions/upload-artifact@v4
@@ -460,50 +340,8 @@ jobs:
             apps/frontend/dist/*.flatpak
             apps/frontend/dist/*.yml
 
-  # Finalize macOS notarization (runs in parallel with Windows/Linux builds)
-  finalize-notarization:
-    needs: [build-macos-intel, build-macos-arm64]
-    runs-on: macos-latest
-    steps:
-      - uses: actions/checkout@v4
-
-      - name: Download Intel DMG
-        uses: actions/download-artifact@v7
-        with:
-          name: macos-intel-builds
-          path: intel
-
-      - name: Download ARM64 DMG
-        uses: actions/download-artifact@v7
-        with:
-          name: macos-arm64-builds
-          path: arm64
-
-      - name: Wait for notarization and staple
-        uses: ./.github/actions/finalize-macos-notarization
-        with:
-          apple-id: ${{ secrets.APPLE_ID }}
-          apple-app-specific-password: ${{ secrets.APPLE_APP_SPECIFIC_PASSWORD }}
-          apple-team-id: ${{ secrets.APPLE_TEAM_ID }}
-          intel-notarization-id: ${{ needs.build-macos-intel.outputs.notarization_id }}
-          arm64-notarization-id: ${{ needs.build-macos-arm64.outputs.notarization_id }}
-          intel-dmg-file: ${{ needs.build-macos-intel.outputs.dmg_file }}
-          arm64-dmg-file: ${{ needs.build-macos-arm64.outputs.dmg_file }}
-
-      - name: Upload stapled Intel DMG
-        uses: actions/upload-artifact@v4
-        with:
-          name: macos-intel-stapled
-          path: intel/*.dmg
-
-      - name: Upload stapled ARM64 DMG
-        uses: actions/upload-artifact@v4
-        with:
-          name: macos-arm64-stapled
-          path: arm64/*.dmg
-
   create-release:
-    needs: [create-tag, finalize-notarization, build-windows, build-linux]
+    needs: [create-tag, build-macos-intel, build-macos-arm64, build-windows, build-linux]
     runs-on: ubuntu-latest
     if: ${{ github.event.inputs.dry_run != 'true' }}
     permissions:
@@ -515,28 +353,14 @@ jobs:
           fetch-depth: 0
 
       - name: Download all artifacts
-        uses: actions/download-artifact@v7
+        uses: actions/download-artifact@v4
         with:
           path: dist
 
-      - name: Flatten binary artifacts
+      - name: Flatten and validate artifacts
         run: |
           mkdir -p release-assets
-
-          # Copy stapled macOS DMGs (from finalize-notarization job)
-          # Validate that stapled DMGs exist before copying
-          if ! find dist/macos-intel-stapled dist/macos-arm64-stapled -type f -name "*.dmg" 2>/dev/null | grep -q .; then
-            echo "::warning::No stapled DMGs found. Using un-stapled DMGs from build artifacts."
-            find dist/macos-intel-builds dist/macos-arm64-builds -type f -name "*.dmg" -exec cp {} release-assets/ \; 2>/dev/null || true
-          else
-            find dist/macos-intel-stapled dist/macos-arm64-stapled -type f -name "*.dmg" -exec cp {} release-assets/ \; 2>/dev/null || true
-          fi
-
-          # Copy other macOS artifacts (zip, yml, blockmap for delta updates) from original build
-          find dist/macos-intel-builds dist/macos-arm64-builds -type f \( -name "*.zip" -o -name "*.yml" -o -name "*.blockmap" \) -exec cp {} release-assets/ \; 2>/dev/null || true
-
-          # Copy Windows and Linux artifacts (including blockmap for delta updates)
-          find dist/windows-builds dist/linux-builds -type f \( -name "*.exe" -o -name "*.AppImage" -o -name "*.deb" -o -name "*.flatpak" -o -name "*.yml" -o -name "*.blockmap" \) -exec cp {} release-assets/ \; 2>/dev/null || true
+          find dist -type f \( -name "*.dmg" -o -name "*.zip" -o -name "*.exe" -o -name "*.AppImage" -o -name "*.deb" -o -name "*.flatpak" -o -name "*.yml" \) -exec cp {} release-assets/ \;
 
           # Validate that at least one artifact was copied
           artifact_count=$(find release-assets -type f \( -name "*.dmg" -o -name "*.zip" -o -name "*.exe" -o -name "*.AppImage" -o -name "*.deb" -o -name "*.flatpak" \) | wc -l)
@@ -545,84 +369,9 @@ jobs:
             exit 1
           fi
 
-          echo "Found $artifact_count binary artifact(s):"
+          echo "Found $artifact_count artifact(s):"
           ls -la release-assets/
 
-      # Merge macOS manifests from Intel and ARM64 builds
-      # See: https://github.com/electron-userland/electron-builder/issues/5592
-      - name: Merge macOS manifests
-        uses: ./.github/actions/merge-macos-manifests
-        with:
-          dist-path: dist
-          output-path: release-assets
-          copy-other-manifests: 'true'
-
-      - name: Rename and validate beta manifests
-        run: |
-          cd release-assets
-
-          echo "=== Current manifest files ==="
-          ls -la *.yml 2>/dev/null || echo "No yml files found yet"
-
-          # electron-builder generates latest*.yml files by default
-          # For beta channel, electron-updater expects beta*.yml files
-          # Rename: latest.yml -> beta.yml, latest-mac.yml -> beta-mac.yml, latest-linux.yml -> beta-linux.yml
-
-          # Windows: latest.yml -> beta.yml
-          if [ -f "latest.yml" ]; then
-            echo "Renaming latest.yml -> beta.yml (Windows)"
-            mv latest.yml beta.yml
-          fi
-
-          # macOS: latest-mac.yml -> beta-mac.yml
-          if [ -f "latest-mac.yml" ]; then
-            echo "Renaming latest-mac.yml -> beta-mac.yml (macOS)"
-            mv latest-mac.yml beta-mac.yml
-          fi
-
-          # Linux: latest-linux.yml -> beta-linux.yml
-          if [ -f "latest-linux.yml" ]; then
-            echo "Renaming latest-linux.yml -> beta-linux.yml (Linux)"
-            mv latest-linux.yml beta-linux.yml
-          fi
-
-          # Linux ARM64: latest-linux-arm64.yml -> beta-linux-arm64.yml (if exists)
-          if [ -f "latest-linux-arm64.yml" ]; then
-            echo "Renaming latest-linux-arm64.yml -> beta-linux-arm64.yml (Linux ARM64)"
-            mv latest-linux-arm64.yml beta-linux-arm64.yml
-          fi
-
-          echo ""
-          echo "=== Beta manifest files after rename ==="
-          ls -la *.yml 2>/dev/null || echo "No yml files found"
-
-          # Validate required beta manifests exist
-          missing_manifests=""
-
-          if [ ! -f "beta-mac.yml" ]; then
-            missing_manifests="$missing_manifests beta-mac.yml"
-          fi
-
-          if [ ! -f "beta.yml" ]; then
-            missing_manifests="$missing_manifests beta.yml"
-          fi
-
-          if [ ! -f "beta-linux.yml" ]; then
-            missing_manifests="$missing_manifests beta-linux.yml"
-          fi
-
-          if [ -n "$missing_manifests" ]; then
-            echo "::error::Missing required beta manifests:$missing_manifests"
-            echo "::error::Auto-update will fail on affected platforms without these files!"
-            exit 1
-          fi
-
-          echo ""
-          echo "All required beta manifests present:"
-          echo "  - beta-mac.yml (macOS)"
-          echo "  - beta.yml (Windows)"
-          echo "  - beta-linux.yml (Linux)"
-
       - name: Generate checksums
         run: |
           cd release-assets
@@ -657,89 +406,24 @@ jobs:
           GITHUB_TOKEN: ${{ secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }}
 
   dry-run-summary:
-    needs: [create-tag, finalize-notarization, build-windows, build-linux]
+    needs: [create-tag, build-macos-intel, build-macos-arm64, build-windows, build-linux]
     runs-on: ubuntu-latest
     if: ${{ github.event.inputs.dry_run == 'true' }}
     steps:
-      - uses: actions/checkout@v4
-
       - name: Download all artifacts
-        uses: actions/download-artifact@v7
+        uses: actions/download-artifact@v4
         with:
           path: dist
 
-      - name: Flatten binary artifacts
-        run: |
-          mkdir -p release-assets
-
-          # Copy stapled macOS DMGs (from finalize-notarization job)
-          find dist/macos-intel-stapled dist/macos-arm64-stapled -type f -name "*.dmg" -exec cp {} release-assets/ \; 2>/dev/null || true
-
-          # Copy other macOS artifacts (zip, yml, blockmap for delta updates) from original build
-          find dist/macos-intel-builds dist/macos-arm64-builds -type f \( -name "*.zip" -o -name "*.yml" -o -name "*.blockmap" \) -exec cp {} release-assets/ \; 2>/dev/null || true
-
-          # Copy Windows and Linux artifacts (including blockmap for delta updates)
-          find dist/windows-builds dist/linux-builds -type f \( -name "*.exe" -o -name "*.AppImage" -o -name "*.deb" -o -name "*.flatpak" -o -name "*.yml" -o -name "*.blockmap" \) -exec cp {} release-assets/ \; 2>/dev/null || true
-
-      # Merge macOS manifests (same logic as real release)
-      - name: Merge macOS manifests
-        uses: ./.github/actions/merge-macos-manifests
-        with:
-          dist-path: dist
-          output-path: release-assets
-          copy-other-manifests: 'true'
-
-      - name: Validate and rename beta manifests
-        run: |
-          cd release-assets
-
-          # Rename latest*.yml to beta*.yml
-          [ -f "latest.yml" ] && mv latest.yml beta.yml
-          [ -f "latest-mac.yml" ] && mv latest-mac.yml beta-mac.yml
-          [ -f "latest-linux.yml" ] && mv latest-linux.yml beta-linux.yml
-          [ -f "latest-linux-arm64.yml" ] && mv latest-linux-arm64.yml beta-linux-arm64.yml
-
-          # Validate required manifests
-          missing=""
-          [ ! -f "beta-mac.yml" ] && missing="$missing beta-mac.yml"
-          [ ! -f "beta.yml" ] && missing="$missing beta.yml"
-          [ ! -f "beta-linux.yml" ] && missing="$missing beta-linux.yml"
-
-          if [ -n "$missing" ]; then
-            echo "::warning::DRY RUN: Missing required beta manifests:$missing"
-            echo "MANIFEST_STATUS=FAILED" >> $GITHUB_ENV
-          else
-            echo "MANIFEST_STATUS=PASSED" >> $GITHUB_ENV
-
-            # Show merged manifest content for verification
-            echo ""
-            echo "=== beta-mac.yml content (should have both architectures) ==="
-            cat beta-mac.yml
-          fi
-
       - name: Dry run summary
         run: |
           echo "## Beta Release Dry Run Complete" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
           echo "" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
           echo "**Version:** ${{ needs.create-tag.outputs.version }}" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
           echo "" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-
-          echo "### Build Artifacts" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
+          echo "Build artifacts created successfully:" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
           echo "\`\`\`" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
           find dist -type f \( -name "*.dmg" -o -name "*.zip" -o -name "*.exe" -o -name "*.AppImage" -o -name "*.deb" -o -name "*.flatpak" \) >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
           echo "\`\`\`" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
           echo "" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-
-          echo "### Update Manifests (Required for Auto-Update)" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-          if [ "$MANIFEST_STATUS" = "PASSED" ]; then
-            echo "All required beta manifests present:" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-            echo "- beta-mac.yml (macOS)" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-            echo "- beta.yml (Windows)" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-            echo "- beta-linux.yml (Linux)" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-          else
-            echo "**WARNING: Missing required manifests! Auto-update will fail.**" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-            echo "Check build logs for details." >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-          fi
-          echo "" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-
           echo "To create a real release, run this workflow again with dry_run unchecked." >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY

.github/workflows/build-prebuilds.yml

@@ -10,11 +10,11 @@ on:
       electron_version:
         description: 'Electron version to build for'
         required: false
-        default: '40.0.0'
+        default: '39.2.6'
 
 env:
   # Default Electron version - update when upgrading Electron in package.json
-  ELECTRON_VERSION: ${{ github.event.inputs.electron_version || '40.0.0' }}
+  ELECTRON_VERSION: ${{ github.event.inputs.electron_version || '39.2.6' }}
 
 jobs:
   build-windows:
@@ -30,7 +30,7 @@ jobs:
         uses: actions/checkout@v4
 
       - name: Setup Node.js
-        uses: actions/setup-node@v6
+        uses: actions/setup-node@v4
         with:
           node-version: '24'
 
@@ -110,7 +110,7 @@ jobs:
     runs-on: ubuntu-latest
     steps:
       - name: Download all artifacts
-        uses: actions/download-artifact@v7
+        uses: actions/download-artifact@v4
         with:
           path: artifacts
 

.github/workflows/ci.yml

@@ -1,38 +1,10 @@
-# Cross-Platform CI Pipeline
-#
-# Tests on all target platforms (Linux, Windows, macOS) to catch
-# platform-specific bugs before they merge. ALL platforms must pass.
-#
-# Optimized: Reduced matrix (4 jobs vs 6), merged integration tests,
-# coverage on Linux only, path filters to skip on docs-only changes.
-
 name: CI
 
 on:
   push:
     branches: [main, develop]
-    paths:
-      - 'apps/**'
-      - 'tests/**'
-      - 'package*.json'
-      - 'requirements*.txt'
-      - 'pyproject.toml'
-      - 'tsconfig*.json'
-      - 'biome.jsonc'
-      - '.github/workflows/ci.yml'
-      - '.github/actions/**'
   pull_request:
     branches: [main, develop]
-    paths:
-      - 'apps/**'
-      - 'tests/**'
-      - 'package*.json'
-      - 'requirements*.txt'
-      - 'pyproject.toml'
-      - 'tsconfig*.json'
-      - 'biome.jsonc'
-      - '.github/workflows/ci.yml'
-      - '.github/actions/**'
 
 concurrency:
   group: ci-${{ github.event.pull_request.number || github.ref }}
@@ -43,63 +15,53 @@ permissions:
   actions: read
 
 jobs:
-  # --------------------------------------------------------------------------
-  # Python Backend Tests - Optimized Matrix (4 jobs instead of 6)
-  # --------------------------------------------------------------------------
+  # Python tests
   test-python:
-    name: test-python (${{ matrix.python-version }}, ${{ matrix.os }})
-    runs-on: ${{ matrix.os }}
-
+    runs-on: ubuntu-latest
     strategy:
-      fail-fast: false
       matrix:
-        # 3.12 on all OS for cross-platform coverage
-        # 3.13 on Linux only for compatibility check (saves 2 jobs)
-        include:
-          - os: ubuntu-latest
-            python-version: '3.12'
-          - os: ubuntu-latest
-            python-version: '3.13'
-          - os: windows-latest
-            python-version: '3.12'
-          - os: macos-latest
-            python-version: '3.12'
+        python-version: ['3.12', '3.13']
 
     steps:
-      - name: Checkout repository
+      - name: Checkout
         uses: actions/checkout@v4
 
-      - name: Setup Python backend
-        uses: ./.github/actions/setup-python-backend
+      - name: Set up Python ${{ matrix.python-version }}
+        uses: actions/setup-python@v5
         with:
           python-version: ${{ matrix.python-version }}
-          install-test-deps: 'true'
 
-      - name: Run all tests (including platform-specific)
+      - name: Install uv
+        uses: astral-sh/setup-uv@v4
+        with:
+          version: "latest"
+
+      - name: Install dependencies
         working-directory: apps/backend
-        shell: bash
-        env:
-          PYTHONPATH: ${{ github.workspace }}/apps/backend
         run: |
-          if [ "$RUNNER_OS" == "Windows" ]; then
-            source .venv/Scripts/activate
-          else
-            source .venv/bin/activate
-          fi
-          pytest ../../tests/ -v --tb=short -x
+          uv venv
+          uv pip install -r requirements.txt
+          uv pip install -r ../../tests/requirements-test.txt
 
-      - name: Run coverage (Linux + Python 3.12 only)
-        if: matrix.os == 'ubuntu-latest' && matrix.python-version == '3.12'
+      - name: Run tests
         working-directory: apps/backend
-        shell: bash
         env:
           PYTHONPATH: ${{ github.workspace }}/apps/backend
         run: |
           source .venv/bin/activate
-          pytest ../../tests/ -v --cov=. --cov-report=xml --cov-report=term-missing --cov-fail-under=10
+          pytest ../../tests/ -v --tb=short -x
 
-      - name: Upload coverage to Codecov
-        if: matrix.os == 'ubuntu-latest' && matrix.python-version == '3.12'
+      - name: Run tests with coverage
+        if: matrix.python-version == '3.12'
+        working-directory: apps/backend
+        env:
+          PYTHONPATH: ${{ github.workspace }}/apps/backend
+        run: |
+          source .venv/bin/activate
+          pytest ../../tests/ -v --cov=. --cov-report=xml --cov-report=term-missing --cov-fail-under=20
+
+      - name: Upload coverage reports
+        if: matrix.python-version == '3.12'
         uses: codecov/codecov-action@v4
         with:
           file: ./apps/backend/coverage.xml
@@ -107,59 +69,44 @@ jobs:
         env:
           CODECOV_TOKEN: ${{ secrets.CODECOV_TOKEN }}
 
-  # --------------------------------------------------------------------------
-  # Frontend Tests - All Platforms
-  # --------------------------------------------------------------------------
+  # Frontend lint, typecheck, test, and build
   test-frontend:
-    name: test-frontend (${{ matrix.os }})
-    runs-on: ${{ matrix.os }}
-
-    strategy:
-      fail-fast: false
-      matrix:
-        os: [ubuntu-latest, windows-latest, macos-latest]
-
+    runs-on: ubuntu-latest
     steps:
-      - name: Checkout repository
+      - name: Checkout
         uses: actions/checkout@v4
 
-      - name: Setup Node.js frontend
-        uses: ./.github/actions/setup-node-frontend
+      - name: Setup Node.js
+        uses: actions/setup-node@v4
         with:
-          ignore-scripts: 'true'
+          node-version: '24'
 
-      - name: Run TypeScript type check
+      - name: Get npm cache directory
+        id: npm-cache
+        run: echo "dir=$(npm config get cache)" >> "$GITHUB_OUTPUT"
+
+      - uses: actions/cache@v4
+        with:
+          path: ${{ steps.npm-cache.outputs.dir }}
+          key: ${{ runner.os }}-npm-${{ hashFiles('**/package-lock.json') }}
+          restore-keys: ${{ runner.os }}-npm-
+
+      - name: Install dependencies
+        working-directory: apps/frontend
+        run: npm ci --ignore-scripts
+
+      - name: Lint
+        working-directory: apps/frontend
+        run: npm run lint
+
+      - name: Type check
         working-directory: apps/frontend
         run: npm run typecheck
 
-      - name: Run unit tests
+      - name: Run tests
         working-directory: apps/frontend
         run: npm run test
 
-      - name: Build application
+      - name: Build
         working-directory: apps/frontend
         run: npm run build
-
-  # --------------------------------------------------------------------------
-  # Gate Job - Single check for branch protection
-  # --------------------------------------------------------------------------
-  ci-complete:
-    name: CI Complete
-    runs-on: ubuntu-latest
-    needs: [test-python, test-frontend]
-    if: always()
-    steps:
-      - name: Check all CI jobs passed
-        run: |
-          echo "CI Job Results:"
-          echo "  test-python:   ${{ needs.test-python.result }}"
-          echo "  test-frontend: ${{ needs.test-frontend.result }}"
-          echo ""
-
-          if [[ "${{ needs.test-python.result }}" != "success" ]] || \
-             [[ "${{ needs.test-frontend.result }}" != "success" ]]; then
-            echo "❌ One or more CI jobs failed"
-            exit 1
-          fi
-
-          echo "✅ All CI checks passed"

.github/workflows/issue-auto-label.yml

@@ -11,7 +11,7 @@ jobs:
       issues: write
     steps:
       - name: Add area label from form
-        uses: actions/github-script@v8
+        uses: actions/github-script@v7
         with:
           script: |
             const issue = context.payload.issue;

.github/workflows/lint.yml

@@ -3,42 +3,27 @@ name: Lint
 on:
   push:
     branches: [main, develop]
-    paths:
-      - 'apps/**'
-      - 'tests/**'
-      - '.github/workflows/lint.yml'
-      - '.github/actions/**'
-      - 'apps/frontend/biome.jsonc'
-      - '.pre-commit-config.yaml'
   pull_request:
     branches: [main, develop]
-    paths:
-      - 'apps/**'
-      - 'tests/**'
-      - '.github/workflows/lint.yml'
-      - '.github/actions/**'
-      - 'apps/frontend/biome.jsonc'
-      - '.pre-commit-config.yaml'
 
 concurrency:
   group: lint-${{ github.event.pull_request.number || github.ref }}
   cancel-in-progress: true
 
 jobs:
-  # Python linting (Ruff) - already fast, no changes needed
+  # Python linting
   python:
-    name: Python (Ruff)
     runs-on: ubuntu-latest
     steps:
       - name: Checkout
         uses: actions/checkout@v4
 
       - name: Set up Python
-        uses: actions/setup-python@v6
+        uses: actions/setup-python@v5
         with:
           python-version: '3.12'
 
-      # Pin ruff version to match .pre-commit-config.yaml
+      # Pin ruff version to match .pre-commit-config.yaml (astral-sh/ruff-pre-commit rev)
       - name: Install ruff
         run: pip install ruff==0.14.10
 
@@ -47,43 +32,3 @@ jobs:
 
       - name: Run ruff format check
         run: ruff format apps/backend/ --check --diff
-
-  # TypeScript/JavaScript linting (Biome) - 15-25x faster than ESLint
-  typescript:
-    name: TypeScript (Biome)
-    runs-on: ubuntu-latest
-    steps:
-      - name: Checkout
-        uses: actions/checkout@v4
-
-      # Pin version to match package.json for consistent behavior
-      - name: Setup Biome
-        uses: biomejs/setup-biome@v2
-        with:
-          version: 2.3.11
-
-      - name: Run Biome
-        working-directory: apps/frontend
-        # biome ci fails on errors by default; warnings are reported but don't block
-        # Use --error-on-warnings when ready to enforce all rules
-        run: biome ci .
-
-  # --------------------------------------------------------------------------
-  # Gate Job - Single check for branch protection
-  # --------------------------------------------------------------------------
-  lint-complete:
-    name: Lint Complete
-    runs-on: ubuntu-latest
-    needs: [python, typescript]
-    if: always()
-    steps:
-      - name: Check lint results
-        run: |
-          if [[ "${{ needs.python.result }}" != "success" ]] || \
-             [[ "${{ needs.typescript.result }}" != "success" ]]; then
-            echo "❌ Linting failed"
-            echo "  Python:     ${{ needs.python.result }}"
-            echo "  TypeScript: ${{ needs.typescript.result }}"
-            exit 1
-          fi
-          echo "✅ All linting passed"

.github/workflows/pr-auto-label.yml

@@ -0,0 +1,227 @@
+name: PR Auto Label
+
+on:
+  pull_request:
+    types: [opened, synchronize, reopened]
+
+# Cancel in-progress runs for the same PR
+concurrency:
+  group: pr-auto-label-${{ github.event.pull_request.number }}
+  cancel-in-progress: true
+
+permissions:
+  contents: read
+  pull-requests: write
+
+jobs:
+  label:
+    name: Auto Label PR
+    runs-on: ubuntu-latest
+    # Don't run on fork PRs (they can't write labels)
+    if: github.event.pull_request.head.repo.full_name == github.repository
+    timeout-minutes: 5
+    steps:
+      - name: Auto-label PR
+        uses: actions/github-script@v7
+        with:
+          retries: 3
+          retry-exempt-status-codes: 400,401,403,404,422
+          script: |
+            const { owner, repo } = context.repo;
+            const pr = context.payload.pull_request;
+            const prNumber = pr.number;
+            const title = pr.title;
+
+            console.log(`::group::PR #${prNumber} - Auto-labeling`);
+            console.log(`Title: ${title}`);
+
+            const labelsToAdd = new Set();
+            const labelsToRemove = new Set();
+
+            // ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
+            // TYPE LABELS (from PR title - Conventional Commits)
+            // ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
+            const typeMap = {
+              'feat': 'feature',
+              'fix': 'bug',
+              'docs': 'documentation',
+              'refactor': 'refactor',
+              'test': 'test',
+              'ci': 'ci',
+              'chore': 'chore',
+              'perf': 'performance',
+              'style': 'style',
+              'build': 'build'
+            };
+
+            const typeMatch = title.match(/^(\w+)(\(.+?\))?(!)?:/);
+            if (typeMatch) {
+              const type = typeMatch[1].toLowerCase();
+              const isBreaking = typeMatch[3] === '!';
+
+              if (typeMap[type]) {
+                labelsToAdd.add(typeMap[type]);
+                console.log(`  📝 Type: ${type} → ${typeMap[type]}`);
+              }
+
+              if (isBreaking) {
+                labelsToAdd.add('breaking-change');
+                console.log(`  ⚠️ Breaking change detected`);
+              }
+            } else {
+              console.log(`  ⚠️ No conventional commit prefix found in title`);
+            }
+
+            // ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
+            // AREA LABELS (from changed files)
+            // ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
+            let files = [];
+            try {
+              const { data } = await github.rest.pulls.listFiles({
+                owner,
+                repo,
+                pull_number: prNumber,
+                per_page: 100
+              });
+              files = data;
+            } catch (e) {
+              console.log(`  ⚠️ Could not fetch files: ${e.message}`);
+            }
+
+            const areas = {
+              frontend: false,
+              backend: false,
+              ci: false,
+              docs: false,
+              tests: false
+            };
+
+            for (const file of files) {
+              const path = file.filename;
+              if (path.startsWith('apps/frontend/')) areas.frontend = true;
+              if (path.startsWith('apps/backend/')) areas.backend = true;
+              if (path.startsWith('.github/')) areas.ci = true;
+              if (path.endsWith('.md') || path.startsWith('docs/')) areas.docs = true;
+              if (path.startsWith('tests/') || path.includes('.test.') || path.includes('.spec.')) areas.tests = true;
+            }
+
+            // Determine area label (mutually exclusive)
+            const areaLabels = ['area/frontend', 'area/backend', 'area/fullstack', 'area/ci'];
+
+            if (areas.frontend && areas.backend) {
+              labelsToAdd.add('area/fullstack');
+              areaLabels.filter(l => l !== 'area/fullstack').forEach(l => labelsToRemove.add(l));
+              console.log(`  📁 Area: fullstack (${files.length} files)`);
+            } else if (areas.frontend) {
+              labelsToAdd.add('area/frontend');
+              areaLabels.filter(l => l !== 'area/frontend').forEach(l => labelsToRemove.add(l));
+              console.log(`  📁 Area: frontend (${files.length} files)`);
+            } else if (areas.backend) {
+              labelsToAdd.add('area/backend');
+              areaLabels.filter(l => l !== 'area/backend').forEach(l => labelsToRemove.add(l));
+              console.log(`  📁 Area: backend (${files.length} files)`);
+            } else if (areas.ci) {
+              labelsToAdd.add('area/ci');
+              areaLabels.filter(l => l !== 'area/ci').forEach(l => labelsToRemove.add(l));
+              console.log(`  📁 Area: ci (${files.length} files)`);
+            }
+
+            // ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
+            // SIZE LABELS (from lines changed)
+            // ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
+            const additions = pr.additions || 0;
+            const deletions = pr.deletions || 0;
+            const totalLines = additions + deletions;
+
+            const sizeLabels = ['size/XS', 'size/S', 'size/M', 'size/L', 'size/XL'];
+            let sizeLabel;
+
+            if (totalLines < 10) sizeLabel = 'size/XS';
+            else if (totalLines < 100) sizeLabel = 'size/S';
+            else if (totalLines < 500) sizeLabel = 'size/M';
+            else if (totalLines < 1000) sizeLabel = 'size/L';
+            else sizeLabel = 'size/XL';
+
+            labelsToAdd.add(sizeLabel);
+            sizeLabels.filter(l => l !== sizeLabel).forEach(l => labelsToRemove.add(l));
+            console.log(`  📏 Size: ${sizeLabel} (+${additions}/-${deletions} = ${totalLines} lines)`);
+
+            console.log('::endgroup::');
+
+            // ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
+            // APPLY LABELS
+            // ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
+            console.log(`::group::Applying labels`);
+
+            // Remove old labels (in parallel)
+            const removeArray = [...labelsToRemove].filter(l => !labelsToAdd.has(l));
+            if (removeArray.length > 0) {
+              const removePromises = removeArray.map(async (label) => {
+                try {
+                  await github.rest.issues.removeLabel({
+                    owner,
+                    repo,
+                    issue_number: prNumber,
+                    name: label
+                  });
+                  console.log(`  ✓ Removed: ${label}`);
+                } catch (e) {
+                  if (e.status !== 404) {
+                    console.log(`  ⚠ Could not remove ${label}: ${e.message}`);
+                  }
+                }
+              });
+              await Promise.all(removePromises);
+            }
+
+            // Add new labels
+            const addArray = [...labelsToAdd];
+            if (addArray.length > 0) {
+              try {
+                await github.rest.issues.addLabels({
+                  owner,
+                  repo,
+                  issue_number: prNumber,
+                  labels: addArray
+                });
+                console.log(`  ✓ Added: ${addArray.join(', ')}`);
+              } catch (e) {
+                // Some labels might not exist
+                if (e.status === 404) {
+                  core.warning(`Some labels do not exist. Please create them in repository settings.`);
+                  // Try adding one by one
+                  for (const label of addArray) {
+                    try {
+                      await github.rest.issues.addLabels({
+                        owner,
+                        repo,
+                        issue_number: prNumber,
+                        labels: [label]
+                      });
+                    } catch (e2) {
+                      console.log(`  ⚠ Label '${label}' does not exist`);
+                    }
+                  }
+                } else {
+                  throw e;
+                }
+              }
+            }
+
+            console.log('::endgroup::');
+
+            // Summary
+            console.log(`✅ PR #${prNumber} labeled: ${addArray.join(', ')}`);
+
+            // Write job summary
+            core.summary
+              .addHeading(`PR #${prNumber} Auto-Labels`, 3)
+              .addTable([
+                [{data: 'Category', header: true}, {data: 'Label', header: true}],
+                ['Type', typeMatch ? typeMap[typeMatch[1].toLowerCase()] || 'none' : 'none'],
+                ['Area', areas.frontend && areas.backend ? 'fullstack' : areas.frontend ? 'frontend' : areas.backend ? 'backend' : 'other'],
+                ['Size', sizeLabel]
+              ])
+              .addRaw(`\n**Files changed:** ${files.length}\n`)
+              .addRaw(`**Lines:** +${additions} / -${deletions}\n`);
+            await core.summary.write();

.github/workflows/pr-labeler.yml

@@ -1,299 +0,0 @@
-name: PR Labeler
-
-on:
-  pull_request:
-    types: [opened, synchronize, reopened]
-
-concurrency:
-  group: pr-labeler-${{ github.event.pull_request.number }}
-  cancel-in-progress: true
-
-permissions:
-  contents: read
-  pull-requests: write
-
-jobs:
-  label:
-    name: Auto Label PR
-    runs-on: ubuntu-latest
-    # Security: Prevent fork PRs from modifying labels (they don't have write access)
-    if: github.event.pull_request.head.repo.full_name == github.repository
-    timeout-minutes: 5
-
-    steps:
-      - name: Label PR
-        uses: actions/github-script@v8
-        with:
-          retries: 3
-          retry-exempt-status-codes: 400,401,403,404,422
-          script: |
-            // ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
-            // CONFIGURATION - Single source of truth for all settings
-            // ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
-
-            const CONFIG = {
-              // Size thresholds (lines changed)
-              SIZE_THRESHOLDS: {
-                XS: 10,
-                S: 100,
-                M: 500,
-                L: 1000
-              },
-
-              // Conventional commit type mappings
-              TYPE_MAP: Object.freeze({
-                'feat': 'feature',
-                'fix': 'bug',
-                'docs': 'documentation',
-                'refactor': 'refactor',
-                'test': 'test',
-                'ci': 'ci',
-                'chore': 'chore',
-                'perf': 'performance',
-                'style': 'style',
-                'build': 'build'
-              }),
-
-              // Area detection paths
-              AREA_PATHS: Object.freeze({
-                frontend: 'apps/frontend/',
-                backend: 'apps/backend/',
-                ci: '.github/'
-              }),
-
-              // Label definitions
-              LABELS: Object.freeze({
-                SIZE: ['size/XS', 'size/S', 'size/M', 'size/L', 'size/XL'],
-                AREA: ['area/frontend', 'area/backend', 'area/fullstack', 'area/ci']
-              }),
-
-              // Pagination
-              MAX_FILES_PER_PAGE: 100
-            };
-
-            // ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
-            // HELPER FUNCTIONS - Small, focused, single responsibility
-            // ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
-
-            /**
-             * Safely parse conventional commit type from PR title
-             * @param {string} title - PR title
-             * @returns {{type: string|null, isBreaking: boolean}}
-             */
-            function parseConventionalCommit(title) {
-              if (!title || typeof title !== 'string') {
-                return { type: null, isBreaking: false };
-              }
-
-              // Limit input length to prevent ReDoS attacks
-              const safeTitle = title.slice(0, 200);
-              const match = safeTitle.match(/^(\w{1,20})(\([^)]{0,50}\))?(!)?:/);
-
-              if (!match) {
-                return { type: null, isBreaking: false };
-              }
-
-              return {
-                type: match[1].toLowerCase(),
-                isBreaking: match[3] === '!'
-              };
-            }
-
-            /**
-             * Determine size label based on lines changed
-             * @param {number} totalLines - Total lines changed
-             * @returns {string} Size label
-             */
-            function determineSizeLabel(totalLines) {
-              const { SIZE_THRESHOLDS } = CONFIG;
-
-              if (totalLines < SIZE_THRESHOLDS.XS) return 'size/XS';
-              if (totalLines < SIZE_THRESHOLDS.S) return 'size/S';
-              if (totalLines < SIZE_THRESHOLDS.M) return 'size/M';
-              if (totalLines < SIZE_THRESHOLDS.L) return 'size/L';
-              return 'size/XL';
-            }
-
-            /**
-             * Detect areas affected by file changes
-             * @param {Array} files - List of changed files
-             * @returns {{frontend: boolean, backend: boolean, ci: boolean}}
-             */
-            function detectAreas(files) {
-              const areas = { frontend: false, backend: false, ci: false };
-              const { AREA_PATHS } = CONFIG;
-
-              for (const file of files) {
-                const path = file.filename || '';
-                if (path.startsWith(AREA_PATHS.frontend)) areas.frontend = true;
-                if (path.startsWith(AREA_PATHS.backend)) areas.backend = true;
-                if (path.startsWith(AREA_PATHS.ci)) areas.ci = true;
-              }
-
-              return areas;
-            }
-
-            /**
-             * Determine area label based on detected areas
-             * @param {{frontend: boolean, backend: boolean, ci: boolean}} areas
-             * @returns {string|null} Area label or null
-             */
-            function determineAreaLabel(areas) {
-              if (areas.frontend && areas.backend) return 'area/fullstack';
-              if (areas.frontend) return 'area/frontend';
-              if (areas.backend) return 'area/backend';
-              if (areas.ci) return 'area/ci';
-              return null;
-            }
-
-            /**
-             * Remove labels from PR (with error handling)
-             * @param {Array} labels - Labels to remove
-             * @param {number} prNumber - PR number
-             */
-            async function removeLabels(labels, prNumber) {
-              const { owner, repo } = context.repo;
-
-              await Promise.allSettled(labels.map(async (label) => {
-                try {
-                  await github.rest.issues.removeLabel({
-                    owner,
-                    repo,
-                    issue_number: prNumber,
-                    name: label
-                  });
-                  console.log(`  ✓ Removed: ${label}`);
-                } catch (e) {
-                  // 404 means label wasn't present - that's fine
-                  if (e.status !== 404) {
-                    console.log(`  ⚠ Failed to remove ${label}: ${e.message}`);
-                  }
-                }
-              }));
-            }
-
-            /**
-             * Add labels to PR (with error handling)
-             * @param {Array} labels - Labels to add
-             * @param {number} prNumber - PR number
-             */
-            async function addLabels(labels, prNumber) {
-              if (labels.length === 0) return;
-
-              const { owner, repo } = context.repo;
-
-              try {
-                await github.rest.issues.addLabels({
-                  owner,
-                  repo,
-                  issue_number: prNumber,
-                  labels
-                });
-                console.log(`  ✓ Added: ${labels.join(', ')}`);
-              } catch (e) {
-                if (e.status === 404) {
-                  core.warning(`One or more labels do not exist. Create them in repository settings.`);
-                } else {
-                  throw e;
-                }
-              }
-            }
-
-            /**
-             * Fetch PR files with full pagination support
-             * @param {number} prNumber - PR number
-             * @returns {Array} List of all files (paginated)
-             */
-            async function fetchPRFiles(prNumber) {
-              const { owner, repo } = context.repo;
-
-              try {
-                // Use paginate to fetch ALL files, not just first 100
-                const files = await github.paginate(
-                  github.rest.pulls.listFiles,
-                  { owner, repo, pull_number: prNumber, per_page: CONFIG.MAX_FILES_PER_PAGE }
-                );
-                return files;
-              } catch (e) {
-                console.log(`  ⚠ Could not fetch files: ${e.message}`);
-                return [];
-              }
-            }
-
-            // ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
-            // MAIN LOGIC - Orchestrates the labeling process
-            // ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
-
-            const { owner, repo } = context.repo;
-            const pr = context.payload.pull_request;
-            const prNumber = pr.number;
-            const title = pr.title || '';
-
-            console.log(`::group::PR #${prNumber} - Auto-labeling`);
-            console.log(`Title: ${title.slice(0, 100)}${title.length > 100 ? '...' : ''}`);
-            console.log(`Action: ${context.payload.action}`);
-
-            const labelsToAdd = new Set();
-            const labelsToRemove = new Set();
-
-            // 1. Parse conventional commit type
-            const { type, isBreaking } = parseConventionalCommit(title);
-            if (type && CONFIG.TYPE_MAP[type]) {
-              labelsToAdd.add(CONFIG.TYPE_MAP[type]);
-              console.log(`  📝 Type: ${type} → ${CONFIG.TYPE_MAP[type]}`);
-            } else {
-              console.log(`  ℹ️ No conventional commit prefix detected`);
-            }
-
-            if (isBreaking) {
-              labelsToAdd.add('breaking-change');
-              console.log(`  ⚠️ Breaking change detected`);
-            }
-
-            // 2. Detect areas from changed files
-            const files = await fetchPRFiles(prNumber);
-            const areas = detectAreas(files);
-            const areaLabel = determineAreaLabel(areas);
-
-            if (areaLabel) {
-              labelsToAdd.add(areaLabel);
-              CONFIG.LABELS.AREA.filter(l => l !== areaLabel).forEach(l => labelsToRemove.add(l));
-              console.log(`  📁 Area: ${areaLabel.replace('area/', '')}`);
-            }
-
-            // 3. Calculate size label
-            const totalLines = (pr.additions || 0) + (pr.deletions || 0);
-            const sizeLabel = determineSizeLabel(totalLines);
-            labelsToAdd.add(sizeLabel);
-            CONFIG.LABELS.SIZE.filter(l => l !== sizeLabel).forEach(l => labelsToRemove.add(l));
-            console.log(`  📏 Size: ${sizeLabel} (${totalLines} lines)`);
-
-            console.log('::endgroup::');
-
-            // 4. Apply label changes
-            console.log(`::group::Applying labels`);
-
-            // Remove labels that should be replaced (exclude ones we're adding)
-            const removeList = [...labelsToRemove].filter(l => !labelsToAdd.has(l));
-            await removeLabels(removeList, prNumber);
-
-            // Add new labels
-            await addLabels([...labelsToAdd], prNumber);
-
-            console.log('::endgroup::');
-            console.log(`✅ PR #${prNumber} labeled successfully`);
-
-            // 5. Write job summary
-            const summaryType = type ? CONFIG.TYPE_MAP[type] || 'unknown' : 'none';
-            const summaryArea = areaLabel ? areaLabel.replace('area/', '') : 'other';
-
-            await core.summary
-              .addHeading(`PR #${prNumber} Auto-Labels`, 3)
-              .addTable([
-                [{ data: 'Category', header: true }, { data: 'Label', header: true }],
-                ['Type', summaryType],
-                ['Area', summaryArea],
-                ['Size', sizeLabel]
-              ])
-              .addRaw(`\n**Files:** ${files.length} | **Lines:** +${pr.additions || 0} / -${pr.deletions || 0}\n`)
-              .write();

.github/workflows/pr-status-check.yml

@@ -0,0 +1,72 @@
+name: PR Status Check
+
+on:
+  pull_request:
+    types: [opened, synchronize, reopened]
+
+# Cancel in-progress runs for the same PR
+concurrency:
+  group: pr-status-${{ github.event.pull_request.number }}
+  cancel-in-progress: true
+
+permissions:
+  pull-requests: write
+
+jobs:
+  mark-checking:
+    name: Set Checking Status
+    runs-on: ubuntu-latest
+    # Don't run on fork PRs (they can't write labels)
+    if: github.event.pull_request.head.repo.full_name == github.repository
+    timeout-minutes: 5
+    steps:
+      - name: Update PR status label
+        uses: actions/github-script@v7
+        with:
+          retries: 3
+          retry-exempt-status-codes: 400,401,403,404,422
+          script: |
+            const { owner, repo } = context.repo;
+            const prNumber = context.payload.pull_request.number;
+            const statusLabels = ['🔄 Checking', '✅ Ready for Review', '❌ Checks Failed'];
+
+            console.log(`::group::PR #${prNumber} - Setting status to Checking`);
+
+            // Remove old status labels (parallel for speed)
+            const removePromises = statusLabels.map(async (label) => {
+              try {
+                await github.rest.issues.removeLabel({
+                  owner,
+                  repo,
+                  issue_number: prNumber,
+                  name: label
+                });
+                console.log(`  ✓ Removed: ${label}`);
+              } catch (e) {
+                if (e.status !== 404) {
+                  console.log(`  ⚠ Could not remove ${label}: ${e.message}`);
+                }
+              }
+            });
+
+            await Promise.all(removePromises);
+
+            // Add checking label
+            try {
+              await github.rest.issues.addLabels({
+                owner,
+                repo,
+                issue_number: prNumber,
+                labels: ['🔄 Checking']
+              });
+              console.log(`  ✓ Added: 🔄 Checking`);
+            } catch (e) {
+              // Label might not exist - create helpful error
+              if (e.status === 404) {
+                core.warning(`Label '🔄 Checking' does not exist. Please create it in repository settings.`);
+              }
+              throw e;
+            }
+
+            console.log('::endgroup::');
+            console.log(`✅ PR #${prNumber} marked as checking`);

.github/workflows/pr-status-gate.yml

@@ -0,0 +1,195 @@
+name: PR Status Gate
+
+on:
+  workflow_run:
+    workflows: [CI, Lint, Quality Security, CLA Assistant, Quality Commit Lint]
+    types: [completed]
+
+permissions:
+  pull-requests: write
+  checks: read
+
+jobs:
+  update-status:
+    name: Update PR Status
+    runs-on: ubuntu-latest
+    # Only run if this workflow_run is associated with a PR
+    if: github.event.workflow_run.pull_requests[0] != null
+    timeout-minutes: 5
+    steps:
+      - name: Check all required checks and update label
+        uses: actions/github-script@v7
+        with:
+          retries: 3
+          retry-exempt-status-codes: 400,401,403,404,422
+          script: |
+            const { owner, repo } = context.repo;
+            const prNumber = context.payload.workflow_run.pull_requests[0].number;
+            const headSha = context.payload.workflow_run.head_sha;
+            const triggerWorkflow = context.payload.workflow_run.name;
+
+            // ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
+            // REQUIRED CHECK RUNS - Job-level checks (not workflow-level)
+            // ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
+            // Format: "{Workflow Name} / {Job Name} (pull_request)"
+            //
+            // To find check names: Go to PR → Checks tab → copy exact name
+            // To update: Edit this list when workflow jobs are added/renamed/removed
+            //
+            // Last validated: 2025-12-26
+            // ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
+            const requiredChecks = [
+              // CI workflow (ci.yml) - 3 checks
+              'CI / test-frontend (pull_request)',
+              'CI / test-python (3.12) (pull_request)',
+              'CI / test-python (3.13) (pull_request)',
+              // Lint workflow (lint.yml) - 1 check
+              'Lint / python (pull_request)',
+              // Quality Security workflow (quality-security.yml) - 4 checks
+              'Quality Security / CodeQL (javascript-typescript) (pull_request)',
+              'Quality Security / CodeQL (python) (pull_request)',
+              'Quality Security / Python Security (Bandit) (pull_request)',
+              'Quality Security / Security Summary (pull_request)',
+              // CLA Assistant workflow (cla.yml) - 1 check
+              'CLA Assistant / CLA Check',
+              // Quality Commit Lint workflow (quality-commit-lint.yml) - 1 check
+              'Quality Commit Lint / Conventional Commits (pull_request)'
+            ];
+
+            const statusLabels = {
+              checking: '🔄 Checking',
+              passed: '✅ Ready for Review',
+              failed: '❌ Checks Failed'
+            };
+
+            console.log(`::group::PR #${prNumber} - Checking required checks`);
+            console.log(`Triggered by: ${triggerWorkflow}`);
+            console.log(`Head SHA: ${headSha}`);
+            console.log(`Required checks: ${requiredChecks.length}`);
+            console.log('');
+
+            // Fetch all check runs for this commit
+            let allCheckRuns = [];
+            try {
+              const { data } = await github.rest.checks.listForRef({
+                owner,
+                repo,
+                ref: headSha,
+                per_page: 100
+              });
+              allCheckRuns = data.check_runs;
+              console.log(`Found ${allCheckRuns.length} total check runs`);
+            } catch (error) {
+              // Add warning annotation so maintainers are alerted
+              core.warning(`Failed to fetch check runs for PR #${prNumber}: ${error.message}. PR label may be outdated.`);
+              console.log(`::error::Failed to fetch check runs: ${error.message}`);
+              console.log('::endgroup::');
+              return;
+            }
+
+            let allComplete = true;
+            let anyFailed = false;
+            const results = [];
+
+            // Check each required check
+            for (const checkName of requiredChecks) {
+              const check = allCheckRuns.find(c => c.name === checkName);
+
+              if (!check) {
+                results.push({ name: checkName, status: '⏳ Pending', complete: false });
+                allComplete = false;
+              } else if (check.status !== 'completed') {
+                results.push({ name: checkName, status: '🔄 Running', complete: false });
+                allComplete = false;
+              } else if (check.conclusion === 'success') {
+                results.push({ name: checkName, status: '✅ Passed', complete: true });
+              } else if (check.conclusion === 'skipped') {
+                // Skipped checks are treated as passed (e.g., path filters, conditional jobs)
+                results.push({ name: checkName, status: '⏭️ Skipped', complete: true, skipped: true });
+              } else {
+                results.push({ name: checkName, status: '❌ Failed', complete: true, failed: true });
+                anyFailed = true;
+              }
+            }
+
+            // Print results table
+            console.log('');
+            console.log('Check Status:');
+            console.log('─'.repeat(70));
+            for (const r of results) {
+              const shortName = r.name.length > 55 ? r.name.substring(0, 52) + '...' : r.name;
+              console.log(`  ${r.status.padEnd(12)} ${shortName}`);
+            }
+            console.log('─'.repeat(70));
+            console.log('::endgroup::');
+
+            // Only update label if all required checks are complete
+            if (!allComplete) {
+              const pending = results.filter(r => !r.complete).length;
+              console.log(`⏳ ${pending}/${requiredChecks.length} checks still pending - keeping current label`);
+              return;
+            }
+
+            // Determine final label
+            const newLabel = anyFailed ? statusLabels.failed : statusLabels.passed;
+
+            console.log(`::group::Updating PR #${prNumber} label`);
+
+            // Remove old status labels
+            for (const label of Object.values(statusLabels)) {
+              try {
+                await github.rest.issues.removeLabel({
+                  owner,
+                  repo,
+                  issue_number: prNumber,
+                  name: label
+                });
+                console.log(`  ✓ Removed: ${label}`);
+              } catch (e) {
+                if (e.status !== 404) {
+                  console.log(`  ⚠ Could not remove ${label}: ${e.message}`);
+                }
+              }
+            }
+
+            // Add final status label
+            try {
+              await github.rest.issues.addLabels({
+                owner,
+                repo,
+                issue_number: prNumber,
+                labels: [newLabel]
+              });
+              console.log(`  ✓ Added: ${newLabel}`);
+            } catch (e) {
+              if (e.status === 404) {
+                core.warning(`Label '${newLabel}' does not exist. Please create it in repository settings.`);
+              }
+              throw e;
+            }
+
+            console.log('::endgroup::');
+
+            // Summary
+            const passedCount = results.filter(r => r.status === '✅ Passed').length;
+            const skippedCount = results.filter(r => r.skipped).length;
+            const failedCount = results.filter(r => r.failed).length;
+
+            if (anyFailed) {
+              console.log(`❌ PR #${prNumber} has ${failedCount} failing check(s)`);
+              core.summary.addRaw(`## ❌ PR #${prNumber} - Checks Failed\n\n`);
+              core.summary.addRaw(`**${failedCount}** of **${requiredChecks.length}** required checks failed.\n\n`);
+            } else {
+              const skippedNote = skippedCount > 0 ? ` (${skippedCount} skipped)` : '';
+              const totalSuccessful = passedCount + skippedCount;
+              console.log(`✅ PR #${prNumber} is ready for review (${totalSuccessful}/${requiredChecks.length} checks succeeded${skippedNote})`);
+              core.summary.addRaw(`## ✅ PR #${prNumber} - Ready for Review\n\n`);
+              core.summary.addRaw(`All **${requiredChecks.length}** required checks succeeded${skippedNote}.\n\n`);
+            }
+
+            // Add results to summary
+            core.summary.addTable([
+              [{data: 'Check', header: true}, {data: 'Status', header: true}],
+              ...results.map(r => [r.name, r.status])
+            ]);
+            await core.summary.write();

.github/workflows/prepare-release.yml

@@ -1,10 +1,8 @@
 name: Prepare Release
 
 # Triggers when code is pushed to main (e.g., merging develop → main)
-# If package.json version is newer than the latest tag:
-# 1. Validates CHANGELOG.md has an entry for this version (FAILS if missing)
-# 2. Extracts release notes from CHANGELOG.md
-# 3. Creates a new tag which triggers release.yml
+# If package.json version is newer than the latest tag, creates a new tag
+# which then triggers the release.yml workflow
 
 on:
   push:
@@ -12,13 +10,6 @@ on:
     paths:
       - 'apps/frontend/package.json'
       - 'package.json'
-  workflow_dispatch:
-    inputs:
-      force:
-        description: 'Force release even if version check fails (use with caution)'
-        required: false
-        default: false
-        type: boolean
 
 jobs:
   check-and-tag:
@@ -29,23 +20,10 @@ jobs:
       should_release: ${{ steps.check.outputs.should_release }}
       new_version: ${{ steps.check.outputs.new_version }}
     steps:
-      # Fail fast with clear error if PAT_TOKEN is not configured
-      - name: Validate PAT_TOKEN is configured
-        run: |
-          if [ -z "${{ secrets.PAT_TOKEN }}" ]; then
-            echo "::error::PAT_TOKEN secret is not configured."
-            echo "::error::This secret is required for automatic release triggering."
-            echo "::error::See https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/pull/1043 for setup instructions."
-            exit 1
-          fi
-
-      # IMPORTANT: Use PAT_TOKEN instead of GITHUB_TOKEN
-      # When GITHUB_TOKEN pushes a tag, it does NOT trigger other workflows (GitHub security feature)
-      # PAT_TOKEN allows the tag push to trigger release.yml automatically
       - uses: actions/checkout@v4
         with:
           fetch-depth: 0
-          token: ${{ secrets.PAT_TOKEN }}
+          token: ${{ secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }}
 
       - name: Get package version
         id: package
@@ -74,141 +52,23 @@ jobs:
         run: |
           PACKAGE_VERSION="${{ steps.package.outputs.version }}"
           LATEST_VERSION="${{ steps.latest_tag.outputs.version }}"
-          FORCE="${{ github.event.inputs.force }}"
 
           echo "Comparing: package=$PACKAGE_VERSION vs latest_tag=$LATEST_VERSION"
 
-          # Use npx semver for proper semantic version comparison
-          # This correctly handles pre-release versions (2.7.3 > 2.7.3-beta.1)
-          if npx -y semver "$PACKAGE_VERSION" -r ">$LATEST_VERSION" > /dev/null 2>&1; then
+          # Use sort -V for version comparison
+          HIGHER=$(printf '%s\n%s' "$PACKAGE_VERSION" "$LATEST_VERSION" | sort -V | tail -n1)
+
+          if [ "$HIGHER" = "$PACKAGE_VERSION" ] && [ "$PACKAGE_VERSION" != "$LATEST_VERSION" ]; then
             echo "should_release=true" >> $GITHUB_OUTPUT
             echo "new_version=$PACKAGE_VERSION" >> $GITHUB_OUTPUT
             echo "✅ New release needed: v$PACKAGE_VERSION"
-          elif [ "$FORCE" = "true" ]; then
-            echo "should_release=true" >> $GITHUB_OUTPUT
-            echo "new_version=$PACKAGE_VERSION" >> $GITHUB_OUTPUT
-            echo "⚠️ Force release enabled: v$PACKAGE_VERSION"
           else
             echo "should_release=false" >> $GITHUB_OUTPUT
             echo "⏭️ No release needed (package version not newer than latest tag)"
           fi
 
-      # CRITICAL: Validate CHANGELOG.md has entry for this version BEFORE creating tag
-      - name: Validate and extract changelog
-        if: steps.check.outputs.should_release == 'true'
-        id: changelog
-        run: |
-          VERSION="${{ steps.check.outputs.new_version }}"
-          CHANGELOG_FILE="CHANGELOG.md"
-
-          echo "🔍 Validating CHANGELOG.md for version $VERSION..."
-
-          if [ ! -f "$CHANGELOG_FILE" ]; then
-            echo "::error::CHANGELOG.md not found! Please create CHANGELOG.md with release notes."
-            exit 1
-          fi
-
-          # Extract changelog section for this version
-          # Looks for "## X.Y.Z" header and captures until next "## " or "---" or end
-          CHANGELOG_CONTENT=$(awk -v ver="$VERSION" '
-            BEGIN { found=0; content="" }
-            /^## / {
-              if (found) exit
-              # Match version at start of header (e.g., "## 2.7.3 -" or "## 2.7.3")
-              if ($2 == ver || $2 ~ "^"ver"[[:space:]]*-") {
-                found=1
-                # Skip the header line itself, we will add our own
-                next
-              }
-            }
-            /^---$/ { if (found) exit }
-            found { content = content $0 "\n" }
-            END {
-              if (!found) {
-                print "NOT_FOUND"
-                exit 1
-              }
-              # Trim leading/trailing whitespace
-              gsub(/^[[:space:]]+|[[:space:]]+$/, "", content)
-              print content
-            }
-          ' "$CHANGELOG_FILE")
-
-          if [ "$CHANGELOG_CONTENT" = "NOT_FOUND" ] || [ -z "$CHANGELOG_CONTENT" ]; then
-            echo ""
-            echo "::error::═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════"
-            echo "::error::  CHANGELOG VALIDATION FAILED"
-            echo "::error::═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════"
-            echo "::error::"
-            echo "::error::  Version $VERSION not found in CHANGELOG.md!"
-            echo "::error::"
-            echo "::error::  Before releasing, please update CHANGELOG.md with an entry like:"
-            echo "::error::"
-            echo "::error::    ## $VERSION - Your Release Title"
-            echo "::error::"
-            echo "::error::    ### ✨ New Features"
-            echo "::error::    - Feature description"
-            echo "::error::"
-            echo "::error::    ### 🐛 Bug Fixes"
-            echo "::error::    - Fix description"
-            echo "::error::"
-            echo "::error::═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════"
-            echo ""
-
-            # Also add to job summary for visibility
-            echo "## ❌ Release Blocked: Missing Changelog" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-            echo "" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-            echo "Version **$VERSION** was not found in CHANGELOG.md." >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-            echo "" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-            echo "### How to fix:" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-            echo "1. Update CHANGELOG.md with release notes for version $VERSION" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-            echo "2. Commit and push the changes" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-            echo "3. The release will automatically retry" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-            echo "" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-            echo "### Expected format:" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-            echo "\`\`\`markdown" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-            echo "## $VERSION - Release Title" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-            echo "" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-            echo "### ✨ New Features" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-            echo "- Feature description" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-            echo "" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-            echo "### 🐛 Bug Fixes" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-            echo "- Fix description" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-            echo "\`\`\`" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-
-            exit 1
-          fi
-
-          echo "✅ Found changelog entry for version $VERSION"
-          echo ""
-          echo "--- Extracted Release Notes ---"
-          echo "$CHANGELOG_CONTENT"
-          echo "--- End Release Notes ---"
-
-          # Save changelog to file for artifact upload
-          echo "$CHANGELOG_CONTENT" > changelog-extract.md
-
-          # Also save to output (for short changelogs)
-          # Using heredoc for multiline output
-          {
-            echo "content<<CHANGELOG_EOF"
-            echo "$CHANGELOG_CONTENT"
-            echo "CHANGELOG_EOF"
-          } >> $GITHUB_OUTPUT
-
-          echo "changelog_valid=true" >> $GITHUB_OUTPUT
-
-      # Upload changelog as artifact for release.yml to use
-      - name: Upload changelog artifact
-        if: steps.check.outputs.should_release == 'true' && steps.changelog.outputs.changelog_valid == 'true'
-        uses: actions/upload-artifact@v4
-        with:
-          name: changelog-${{ steps.check.outputs.new_version }}
-          path: changelog-extract.md
-          retention-days: 1
-
       - name: Create and push tag
-        if: steps.check.outputs.should_release == 'true' && steps.changelog.outputs.changelog_valid == 'true'
+        if: steps.check.outputs.should_release == 'true'
         run: |
           VERSION="${{ steps.check.outputs.new_version }}"
           TAG="v$VERSION"
@@ -225,19 +85,17 @@ jobs:
 
       - name: Summary
         run: |
-          if [ "${{ steps.check.outputs.should_release }}" = "true" ] && [ "${{ steps.changelog.outputs.changelog_valid }}" = "true" ]; then
+          if [ "${{ steps.check.outputs.should_release }}" = "true" ]; then
             echo "## 🚀 Release Triggered" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
             echo "" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
             echo "**Version:** v${{ steps.check.outputs.new_version }}" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
             echo "" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-            echo "✅ Changelog validated and extracted from CHANGELOG.md" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-            echo "" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
             echo "The release workflow has been triggered and will:" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
             echo "1. Build binaries for all platforms" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-            echo "2. Use changelog from CHANGELOG.md" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
+            echo "2. Generate changelog from PRs" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
             echo "3. Create GitHub release" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
             echo "4. Update README with new version" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-          elif [ "${{ steps.check.outputs.should_release }}" = "false" ]; then
+          else
             echo "## ⏭️ No Release Needed" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
             echo "" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
             echo "**Package version:** ${{ steps.package.outputs.version }}" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY

.github/workflows/quality-security.yml

@@ -1,29 +1,14 @@
 name: Quality Security
 
-# CodeQL runs on all PRs, pushes to main, and weekly schedule
-# Note: CodeQL takes 20-30 min per language (40-60 min total)
-# Bandit is fast (5-10 min)
-
 on:
   push:
-    branches: [main]
-    paths:
-      - 'apps/**'
-      - 'tests/**'
-      - 'pyproject.toml'
-      - 'package.json'
-      - '.github/workflows/quality-security.yml'
+    branches: [main, develop]
   pull_request:
     branches: [main, develop]
-    paths:
-      - 'apps/**'
-      - 'tests/**'
-      - 'pyproject.toml'
-      - 'package.json'
-      - '.github/workflows/quality-security.yml'
   schedule:
     - cron: '0 0 * * 1' # Weekly on Monday at midnight UTC
 
+# Cancel in-progress runs for the same branch/PR
 concurrency:
   group: security-${{ github.workflow }}-${{ github.ref }}
   cancel-in-progress: true
@@ -60,7 +45,6 @@ jobs:
         with:
           category: "/language:${{ matrix.language }}"
 
-  # Bandit runs on all PRs - it's fast (5-10 min)
   python-security:
     name: Python Security (Bandit)
     runs-on: ubuntu-latest
@@ -70,7 +54,7 @@ jobs:
         uses: actions/checkout@v4
 
       - name: Set up Python
-        uses: actions/setup-python@v6
+        uses: actions/setup-python@v5
         with:
           python-version: '3.12'
 
@@ -81,6 +65,8 @@ jobs:
         id: bandit
         run: |
           echo "::group::Running Bandit security scan"
+          # Run Bandit; exit code 1 means issues found (expected), other codes are errors
+          # Flags: -r=recursive, -ll=severity LOW+, -ii=confidence LOW+, -f=format, -o=output
           bandit -r apps/backend/ -ll -ii -f json -o bandit-report.json || BANDIT_EXIT=$?
           if [ "${BANDIT_EXIT:-0}" -gt 1 ]; then
             echo "::error::Bandit scan failed with exit code $BANDIT_EXIT"
@@ -89,11 +75,12 @@ jobs:
           echo "::endgroup::"
 
       - name: Analyze Bandit results
-        uses: actions/github-script@v8
+        uses: actions/github-script@v7
         with:
           script: |
             const fs = require('fs');
 
+            // Check if report exists
             if (!fs.existsSync('bandit-report.json')) {
               core.setFailed('Bandit report not found - scan may have failed');
               return;
@@ -102,23 +89,38 @@ jobs:
             const report = JSON.parse(fs.readFileSync('bandit-report.json', 'utf8'));
             const results = report.results || [];
 
+            // Categorize by severity
             const high = results.filter(r => r.issue_severity === 'HIGH');
             const medium = results.filter(r => r.issue_severity === 'MEDIUM');
             const low = results.filter(r => r.issue_severity === 'LOW');
 
             console.log(`::group::Bandit Security Scan Results`);
             console.log(`Found ${results.length} issues:`);
-            console.log(`  HIGH:   ${high.length}`);
-            console.log(`  MEDIUM: ${medium.length}`);
-            console.log(`  LOW:    ${low.length}`);
+            console.log(`  🔴 HIGH:   ${high.length}`);
+            console.log(`  🟡 MEDIUM: ${medium.length}`);
+            console.log(`  🟢 LOW:    ${low.length}`);
+            console.log('');
+
+            // Print high severity issues
+            if (high.length > 0) {
+              console.log('High Severity Issues:');
+              console.log('─'.repeat(60));
+              for (const issue of high) {
+                console.log(`  ${issue.filename}:${issue.line_number}`);
+                console.log(`    ${issue.issue_text}`);
+                console.log(`    Test: ${issue.test_id} (${issue.test_name})`);
+                console.log('');
+              }
+            }
             console.log('::endgroup::');
 
-            let summary = `## Python Security Scan (Bandit)\n\n`;
+            // Build summary
+            let summary = `## 🔒 Python Security Scan (Bandit)\n\n`;
             summary += `| Severity | Count |\n`;
             summary += `|----------|-------|\n`;
-            summary += `| High | ${high.length} |\n`;
-            summary += `| Medium | ${medium.length} |\n`;
-            summary += `| Low | ${low.length} |\n\n`;
+            summary += `| 🔴 High | ${high.length} |\n`;
+            summary += `| 🟡 Medium | ${medium.length} |\n`;
+            summary += `| 🟢 Low | ${low.length} |\n\n`;
 
             if (high.length > 0) {
               summary += `### High Severity Issues\n\n`;
@@ -132,15 +134,14 @@ jobs:
             core.summary.addRaw(summary);
             await core.summary.write();
 
+            // Fail if high severity issues found
             if (high.length > 0) {
               core.setFailed(`Found ${high.length} high severity security issue(s)`);
             } else {
-              console.log('No high severity security issues found');
+              console.log('✅ No high severity security issues found');
             }
 
-  # --------------------------------------------------------------------------
-  # Gate Job - Single check for branch protection
-  # --------------------------------------------------------------------------
+  # Summary job that waits for all security checks
   security-summary:
     name: Security Summary
     runs-on: ubuntu-latest
@@ -149,7 +150,7 @@ jobs:
     timeout-minutes: 5
     steps:
       - name: Check security results
-        uses: actions/github-script@v8
+        uses: actions/github-script@v7
         with:
           script: |
             const codeql = '${{ needs.codeql.result }}';
@@ -159,7 +160,7 @@ jobs:
             console.log(`  CodeQL:        ${codeql}`);
             console.log(`  Bandit:        ${bandit}`);
 
-            // Only 'failure' is a real failure; 'skipped' is acceptable (e.g., path filters, PR skipping CodeQL)
+            // Only 'failure' is a real failure; 'skipped' is acceptable (e.g., path filters)
             const acceptable = ['success', 'skipped'];
             const codeqlOk = acceptable.includes(codeql);
             const banditOk = acceptable.includes(bandit);

.github/workflows/release.yml

@@ -1,10 +1,4 @@
 name: Release
-# Triggers on version tags (v*) to build and publish releases
-#
-# IMPORTANT: If branch protection is enabled on 'main', the update-readme job
-# requires a PAT or GitHub App token with bypass permissions to push directly.
-# Currently uses GITHUB_TOKEN which works if "Allow GitHub Actions to create
-# and approve pull requests" is enabled OR branch protection is not configured.
 
 on:
   push:
@@ -15,7 +9,7 @@ on:
       dry_run:
         description: 'Test build without creating release'
         required: false
-        default: false
+        default: true
         type: boolean
 
 jobs:
@@ -23,45 +17,42 @@ jobs:
   # Note: macos-15-intel is the last Intel runner, supported until Fall 2027
   build-macos-intel:
     runs-on: macos-15-intel
-    outputs:
-      notarization_id: ${{ steps.notarize.outputs.notarization-id }}
-      dmg_file: ${{ steps.notarize.outputs.dmg-file }}
     steps:
       - uses: actions/checkout@v4
 
       - name: Setup Python
-        uses: actions/setup-python@v6
+        uses: actions/setup-python@v5
         with:
           python-version: '3.11'
 
-      - name: Setup Node.js and install dependencies
-        uses: ./.github/actions/setup-node-frontend
-
-      - name: Install Rust toolchain (for building native Python packages)
-        uses: dtolnay/rust-toolchain@stable
-
-      - name: Cache pip wheel cache (for compiled packages like real_ladybug)
-        uses: actions/cache@v5
+      - name: Setup Node.js
+        uses: actions/setup-node@v4
         with:
-          path: ~/Library/Caches/pip
-          key: pip-wheel-${{ runner.os }}-x64-${{ hashFiles('apps/backend/requirements.txt') }}
-          restore-keys: |
-            pip-wheel-${{ runner.os }}-x64-
+          node-version: '24'
+
+      - name: Get npm cache directory
+        id: npm-cache
+        run: echo "dir=$(npm config get cache)" >> $GITHUB_OUTPUT
+
+      - uses: actions/cache@v4
+        with:
+          path: ${{ steps.npm-cache.outputs.dir }}
+          key: ${{ runner.os }}-npm-${{ hashFiles('**/package-lock.json') }}
+          restore-keys: ${{ runner.os }}-npm-
+
+      - name: Install dependencies
+        run: cd apps/frontend && npm ci
 
       - name: Cache bundled Python
-        uses: actions/cache@v5
+        uses: actions/cache@v4
         with:
           path: apps/frontend/python-runtime
-          key: python-bundle-${{ runner.os }}-x64-3.12.8-rust-${{ hashFiles('apps/backend/requirements.txt') }}
+          key: python-bundle-${{ runner.os }}-x64-3.12.8
           restore-keys: |
-            python-bundle-${{ runner.os }}-x64-3.12.8-rust-
+            python-bundle-${{ runner.os }}-x64-
 
       - name: Build application
         run: cd apps/frontend && npm run build
-        env:
-          SENTRY_DSN: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_DSN }}
-          SENTRY_TRACES_SAMPLE_RATE: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_TRACES_SAMPLE_RATE }}
-          SENTRY_PROFILES_SAMPLE_RATE: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_PROFILES_SAMPLE_RATE }}
 
       - name: Package macOS (Intel)
         run: cd apps/frontend && npm run package:mac -- --x64
@@ -69,17 +60,28 @@ jobs:
           GH_TOKEN: ${{ secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }}
           CSC_LINK: ${{ secrets.MAC_CERTIFICATE }}
           CSC_KEY_PASSWORD: ${{ secrets.MAC_CERTIFICATE_PASSWORD }}
-          SENTRY_DSN: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_DSN }}
-          SENTRY_TRACES_SAMPLE_RATE: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_TRACES_SAMPLE_RATE }}
-          SENTRY_PROFILES_SAMPLE_RATE: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_PROFILES_SAMPLE_RATE }}
 
-      - name: Submit notarization (async)
-        id: notarize
-        uses: ./.github/actions/submit-macos-notarization
-        with:
-          apple-id: ${{ secrets.APPLE_ID }}
-          apple-app-specific-password: ${{ secrets.APPLE_APP_SPECIFIC_PASSWORD }}
-          apple-team-id: ${{ secrets.APPLE_TEAM_ID }}
+      - name: Notarize macOS Intel app
+        env:
+          APPLE_ID: ${{ secrets.APPLE_ID }}
+          APPLE_APP_SPECIFIC_PASSWORD: ${{ secrets.APPLE_APP_SPECIFIC_PASSWORD }}
+          APPLE_TEAM_ID: ${{ secrets.APPLE_TEAM_ID }}
+        run: |
+          if [ -z "$APPLE_ID" ]; then
+            echo "Skipping notarization: APPLE_ID not configured"
+            exit 0
+          fi
+          cd apps/frontend
+          for dmg in dist/*.dmg; do
+            echo "Notarizing $dmg..."
+            xcrun notarytool submit "$dmg" \
+              --apple-id "$APPLE_ID" \
+              --password "$APPLE_APP_SPECIFIC_PASSWORD" \
+              --team-id "$APPLE_TEAM_ID" \
+              --wait
+            xcrun stapler staple "$dmg"
+            echo "Successfully notarized and stapled $dmg"
+          done
 
       - name: Upload artifacts
         uses: actions/upload-artifact@v4
@@ -88,48 +90,46 @@ jobs:
           path: |
             apps/frontend/dist/*.dmg
             apps/frontend/dist/*.zip
-            apps/frontend/dist/*.yml
-            apps/frontend/dist/*.blockmap
 
   # Apple Silicon build on ARM64 runner for native compilation
   build-macos-arm64:
     runs-on: macos-15
-    outputs:
-      notarization_id: ${{ steps.notarize.outputs.notarization-id }}
-      dmg_file: ${{ steps.notarize.outputs.dmg-file }}
     steps:
       - uses: actions/checkout@v4
 
       - name: Setup Python
-        uses: actions/setup-python@v6
+        uses: actions/setup-python@v5
         with:
           python-version: '3.11'
 
-      - name: Setup Node.js and install dependencies
-        uses: ./.github/actions/setup-node-frontend
-
-      - name: Cache pip wheel cache
-        uses: actions/cache@v5
+      - name: Setup Node.js
+        uses: actions/setup-node@v4
         with:
-          path: ~/Library/Caches/pip
-          key: pip-wheel-${{ runner.os }}-arm64-${{ hashFiles('apps/backend/requirements.txt') }}
-          restore-keys: |
-            pip-wheel-${{ runner.os }}-arm64-
+          node-version: '24'
+
+      - name: Get npm cache directory
+        id: npm-cache
+        run: echo "dir=$(npm config get cache)" >> $GITHUB_OUTPUT
+
+      - uses: actions/cache@v4
+        with:
+          path: ${{ steps.npm-cache.outputs.dir }}
+          key: ${{ runner.os }}-npm-${{ hashFiles('**/package-lock.json') }}
+          restore-keys: ${{ runner.os }}-npm-
+
+      - name: Install dependencies
+        run: cd apps/frontend && npm ci
 
       - name: Cache bundled Python
-        uses: actions/cache@v5
+        uses: actions/cache@v4
         with:
           path: apps/frontend/python-runtime
-          key: python-bundle-${{ runner.os }}-arm64-3.12.8-${{ hashFiles('apps/backend/requirements.txt') }}
+          key: python-bundle-${{ runner.os }}-arm64-3.12.8
           restore-keys: |
-            python-bundle-${{ runner.os }}-arm64-3.12.8-
+            python-bundle-${{ runner.os }}-arm64-
 
       - name: Build application
         run: cd apps/frontend && npm run build
-        env:
-          SENTRY_DSN: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_DSN }}
-          SENTRY_TRACES_SAMPLE_RATE: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_TRACES_SAMPLE_RATE }}
-          SENTRY_PROFILES_SAMPLE_RATE: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_PROFILES_SAMPLE_RATE }}
 
       - name: Package macOS (Apple Silicon)
         run: cd apps/frontend && npm run package:mac -- --arm64
@@ -137,17 +137,28 @@ jobs:
           GH_TOKEN: ${{ secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }}
           CSC_LINK: ${{ secrets.MAC_CERTIFICATE }}
           CSC_KEY_PASSWORD: ${{ secrets.MAC_CERTIFICATE_PASSWORD }}
-          SENTRY_DSN: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_DSN }}
-          SENTRY_TRACES_SAMPLE_RATE: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_TRACES_SAMPLE_RATE }}
-          SENTRY_PROFILES_SAMPLE_RATE: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_PROFILES_SAMPLE_RATE }}
 
-      - name: Submit notarization (async)
-        id: notarize
-        uses: ./.github/actions/submit-macos-notarization
-        with:
-          apple-id: ${{ secrets.APPLE_ID }}
-          apple-app-specific-password: ${{ secrets.APPLE_APP_SPECIFIC_PASSWORD }}
-          apple-team-id: ${{ secrets.APPLE_TEAM_ID }}
+      - name: Notarize macOS ARM64 app
+        env:
+          APPLE_ID: ${{ secrets.APPLE_ID }}
+          APPLE_APP_SPECIFIC_PASSWORD: ${{ secrets.APPLE_APP_SPECIFIC_PASSWORD }}
+          APPLE_TEAM_ID: ${{ secrets.APPLE_TEAM_ID }}
+        run: |
+          if [ -z "$APPLE_ID" ]; then
+            echo "Skipping notarization: APPLE_ID not configured"
+            exit 0
+          fi
+          cd apps/frontend
+          for dmg in dist/*.dmg; do
+            echo "Notarizing $dmg..."
+            xcrun notarytool submit "$dmg" \
+              --apple-id "$APPLE_ID" \
+              --password "$APPLE_APP_SPECIFIC_PASSWORD" \
+              --team-id "$APPLE_TEAM_ID" \
+              --wait
+            xcrun stapler staple "$dmg"
+            echo "Successfully notarized and stapled $dmg"
+          done
 
       - name: Upload artifacts
         uses: actions/upload-artifact@v4
@@ -156,171 +167,53 @@ jobs:
           path: |
             apps/frontend/dist/*.dmg
             apps/frontend/dist/*.zip
-            apps/frontend/dist/*.yml
-            apps/frontend/dist/*.blockmap
 
   build-windows:
     runs-on: windows-latest
-    permissions:
-      id-token: write  # Required for OIDC authentication with Azure
-      contents: read
-    env:
-      # Job-level env so AZURE_CLIENT_ID is available for step-level if conditions
-      AZURE_CLIENT_ID: ${{ secrets.AZURE_CLIENT_ID }}
     steps:
       - uses: actions/checkout@v4
 
       - name: Setup Python
-        uses: actions/setup-python@v6
+        uses: actions/setup-python@v5
         with:
           python-version: '3.11'
 
-      - name: Setup Node.js and install dependencies
-        uses: ./.github/actions/setup-node-frontend
-
-      - name: Cache pip wheel cache
-        uses: actions/cache@v5
+      - name: Setup Node.js
+        uses: actions/setup-node@v4
         with:
-          path: ~\AppData\Local\pip\Cache
-          key: pip-wheel-${{ runner.os }}-x64-${{ hashFiles('apps/backend/requirements.txt') }}
-          restore-keys: |
-            pip-wheel-${{ runner.os }}-x64-
+          node-version: '24'
+
+      - name: Get npm cache directory
+        id: npm-cache
+        shell: bash
+        run: echo "dir=$(npm config get cache)" >> $GITHUB_OUTPUT
+
+      - uses: actions/cache@v4
+        with:
+          path: ${{ steps.npm-cache.outputs.dir }}
+          key: ${{ runner.os }}-npm-${{ hashFiles('**/package-lock.json') }}
+          restore-keys: ${{ runner.os }}-npm-
+
+      - name: Install dependencies
+        run: cd apps/frontend && npm ci
 
       - name: Cache bundled Python
-        uses: actions/cache@v5
+        uses: actions/cache@v4
         with:
           path: apps/frontend/python-runtime
-          key: python-bundle-${{ runner.os }}-x64-3.12.8-${{ hashFiles('apps/backend/requirements.txt') }}
+          key: python-bundle-${{ runner.os }}-x64-3.12.8
           restore-keys: |
-            python-bundle-${{ runner.os }}-x64-3.12.8-
+            python-bundle-${{ runner.os }}-x64-
 
       - name: Build application
         run: cd apps/frontend && npm run build
-        env:
-          SENTRY_DSN: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_DSN }}
-          SENTRY_TRACES_SAMPLE_RATE: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_TRACES_SAMPLE_RATE }}
-          SENTRY_PROFILES_SAMPLE_RATE: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_PROFILES_SAMPLE_RATE }}
 
       - name: Package Windows
         run: cd apps/frontend && npm run package:win
         env:
           GH_TOKEN: ${{ secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }}
-          # Disable electron-builder's built-in signing (we use Azure Trusted Signing instead)
-          CSC_IDENTITY_AUTO_DISCOVERY: false
-          SENTRY_DSN: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_DSN }}
-          SENTRY_TRACES_SAMPLE_RATE: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_TRACES_SAMPLE_RATE }}
-          SENTRY_PROFILES_SAMPLE_RATE: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_PROFILES_SAMPLE_RATE }}
-
-      - name: Azure Login (OIDC)
-        if: env.AZURE_CLIENT_ID != ''
-        uses: azure/login@v2
-        with:
-          client-id: ${{ secrets.AZURE_CLIENT_ID }}
-          tenant-id: ${{ secrets.AZURE_TENANT_ID }}
-          subscription-id: ${{ secrets.AZURE_SUBSCRIPTION_ID }}
-
-      - name: Sign Windows executable with Azure Trusted Signing
-        if: env.AZURE_CLIENT_ID != ''
-        uses: azure/trusted-signing-action@v0.5.11
-        with:
-          endpoint: https://neu.codesigning.azure.net/
-          trusted-signing-account-name: ${{ secrets.AZURE_SIGNING_ACCOUNT }}
-          certificate-profile-name: ${{ secrets.AZURE_CERTIFICATE_PROFILE }}
-          files-folder: apps/frontend/dist
-          files-folder-filter: exe
-          file-digest: SHA256
-          timestamp-rfc3161: http://timestamp.acs.microsoft.com
-          timestamp-digest: SHA256
-
-      - name: Verify Windows executable is signed
-        if: env.AZURE_CLIENT_ID != ''
-        shell: pwsh
-        run: |
-          cd apps/frontend/dist
-          $exeFile = Get-ChildItem -Filter "*.exe" | Select-Object -First 1
-          if ($exeFile) {
-            Write-Host "Verifying signature on $($exeFile.Name)..."
-            $sig = Get-AuthenticodeSignature -FilePath $exeFile.FullName
-            if ($sig.Status -ne 'Valid') {
-              Write-Host "::error::Signature verification failed: $($sig.Status)"
-              Write-Host "::error::Status Message: $($sig.StatusMessage)"
-              exit 1
-            }
-            Write-Host "✅ Signature verified successfully"
-            Write-Host "  Subject: $($sig.SignerCertificate.Subject)"
-            Write-Host "  Issuer: $($sig.SignerCertificate.Issuer)"
-            Write-Host "  Thumbprint: $($sig.SignerCertificate.Thumbprint)"
-          } else {
-            Write-Host "::error::No .exe file found to verify"
-            exit 1
-          }
-
-      - name: Regenerate checksums after signing
-        if: env.AZURE_CLIENT_ID != ''
-        shell: pwsh
-        run: |
-          $ErrorActionPreference = "Stop"
-          cd apps/frontend/dist
-
-          # Find the installer exe (electron-builder names it with "Setup" or just the app name)
-          # electron-builder produces one installer exe per build
-          $exeFiles = Get-ChildItem -Filter "*.exe"
-          if ($exeFiles.Count -eq 0) {
-            Write-Host "::error::No .exe files found in dist folder"
-            exit 1
-          }
-
-          Write-Host "Found $($exeFiles.Count) exe file(s): $($exeFiles.Name -join ', ')"
-
-          $ymlFile = "latest.yml"
-          if (-not (Test-Path $ymlFile)) {
-            Write-Host "::error::$ymlFile not found - cannot update checksums"
-            exit 1
-          }
-
-          $content = Get-Content $ymlFile -Raw
-          $originalContent = $content
-
-          # Process each exe file and update its hash in latest.yml
-          foreach ($exeFile in $exeFiles) {
-            Write-Host "Processing $($exeFile.Name)..."
-
-            # Compute SHA512 hash and convert to base64 (electron-builder format)
-            $bytes = [System.IO.File]::ReadAllBytes($exeFile.FullName)
-            $sha512 = [System.Security.Cryptography.SHA512]::Create()
-            $hashBytes = $sha512.ComputeHash($bytes)
-            $hash = [System.Convert]::ToBase64String($hashBytes)
-            $size = $exeFile.Length
-
-            Write-Host "  Hash: $hash"
-            Write-Host "  Size: $size"
-          }
-
-          # For electron-builder, latest.yml has a single file entry for the installer
-          # Update the sha512 and size for the primary exe (first one, typically the installer)
-          $primaryExe = $exeFiles | Select-Object -First 1
-          $bytes = [System.IO.File]::ReadAllBytes($primaryExe.FullName)
-          $sha512 = [System.Security.Cryptography.SHA512]::Create()
-          $hashBytes = $sha512.ComputeHash($bytes)
-          $hash = [System.Convert]::ToBase64String($hashBytes)
-          $size = $primaryExe.Length
-
-          # Update sha512 hash (base64 pattern: alphanumeric, +, /, =)
-          $content = $content -replace 'sha512: [A-Za-z0-9+/=]+', "sha512: $hash"
-          # Update size
-          $content = $content -replace 'size: \d+', "size: $size"
-
-          if ($content -eq $originalContent) {
-            Write-Host "::error::Checksum replacement failed - content unchanged. Check if latest.yml format has changed."
-            exit 1
-          }
-
-          Set-Content -Path $ymlFile -Value $content -NoNewline
-          Write-Host "✅ Updated $ymlFile with new base64 hash and size for $($primaryExe.Name)"
-
-      - name: Skip signing notice
-        if: env.AZURE_CLIENT_ID == ''
-        run: echo "::warning::Windows signing skipped - AZURE_CLIENT_ID not configured. The .exe will be unsigned."
+          CSC_LINK: ${{ secrets.WIN_CERTIFICATE }}
+          CSC_KEY_PASSWORD: ${{ secrets.WIN_CERTIFICATE_PASSWORD }}
 
       - name: Upload artifacts
         uses: actions/upload-artifact@v4
@@ -328,8 +221,6 @@ jobs:
           name: windows-builds
           path: |
             apps/frontend/dist/*.exe
-            apps/frontend/dist/*.yml
-            apps/frontend/dist/*.blockmap
 
   build-linux:
     runs-on: ubuntu-latest
@@ -337,54 +228,51 @@ jobs:
       - uses: actions/checkout@v4
 
       - name: Setup Python
-        uses: actions/setup-python@v6
+        uses: actions/setup-python@v5
         with:
           python-version: '3.11'
 
-      - name: Setup Node.js and install dependencies
-        uses: ./.github/actions/setup-node-frontend
+      - name: Setup Node.js
+        uses: actions/setup-node@v4
+        with:
+          node-version: '24'
 
-      - name: Setup Flatpak and verification tools
+      - name: Get npm cache directory
+        id: npm-cache
+        run: echo "dir=$(npm config get cache)" >> $GITHUB_OUTPUT
+
+      - uses: actions/cache@v4
+        with:
+          path: ${{ steps.npm-cache.outputs.dir }}
+          key: ${{ runner.os }}-npm-${{ hashFiles('**/package-lock.json') }}
+          restore-keys: ${{ runner.os }}-npm-
+
+      - name: Install dependencies
+        run: cd apps/frontend && npm ci
+
+      - name: Setup Flatpak
         run: |
           sudo apt-get update
-          sudo apt-get install -y flatpak flatpak-builder libarchive-tools
+          sudo apt-get install -y flatpak flatpak-builder
           flatpak remote-add --user --if-not-exists flathub https://flathub.org/repo/flathub.flatpakrepo
           flatpak install -y --user flathub org.freedesktop.Platform//25.08 org.freedesktop.Sdk//25.08
           flatpak install -y --user flathub org.electronjs.Electron2.BaseApp//25.08
 
-      - name: Cache pip wheel cache
-        uses: actions/cache@v5
-        with:
-          path: ~/.cache/pip
-          key: pip-wheel-${{ runner.os }}-x64-${{ hashFiles('apps/backend/requirements.txt') }}
-          restore-keys: |
-            pip-wheel-${{ runner.os }}-x64-
-
       - name: Cache bundled Python
-        uses: actions/cache@v5
+        uses: actions/cache@v4
         with:
           path: apps/frontend/python-runtime
-          key: python-bundle-${{ runner.os }}-x64-3.12.8-${{ hashFiles('apps/backend/requirements.txt') }}
+          key: python-bundle-${{ runner.os }}-x64-3.12.8
           restore-keys: |
-            python-bundle-${{ runner.os }}-x64-3.12.8-
+            python-bundle-${{ runner.os }}-x64-
 
       - name: Build application
         run: cd apps/frontend && npm run build
-        env:
-          SENTRY_DSN: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_DSN }}
-          SENTRY_TRACES_SAMPLE_RATE: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_TRACES_SAMPLE_RATE }}
-          SENTRY_PROFILES_SAMPLE_RATE: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_PROFILES_SAMPLE_RATE }}
 
       - name: Package Linux
         run: cd apps/frontend && npm run package:linux
         env:
           GH_TOKEN: ${{ secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }}
-          SENTRY_DSN: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_DSN }}
-          SENTRY_TRACES_SAMPLE_RATE: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_TRACES_SAMPLE_RATE }}
-          SENTRY_PROFILES_SAMPLE_RATE: ${{ secrets.SENTRY_PROFILES_SAMPLE_RATE }}
-
-      - name: Verify Linux packages
-        run: cd apps/frontend && npm run verify:linux
 
       - name: Upload artifacts
         uses: actions/upload-artifact@v4
@@ -394,53 +282,9 @@ jobs:
             apps/frontend/dist/*.AppImage
             apps/frontend/dist/*.deb
             apps/frontend/dist/*.flatpak
-            apps/frontend/dist/*.yml
-            apps/frontend/dist/*.blockmap
-
-  # Finalize macOS notarization (runs in parallel with Windows/Linux builds)
-  finalize-notarization:
-    needs: [build-macos-intel, build-macos-arm64]
-    runs-on: macos-latest
-    steps:
-      - uses: actions/checkout@v4
-
-      - name: Download Intel DMG
-        uses: actions/download-artifact@v7
-        with:
-          name: macos-intel-builds
-          path: intel
-
-      - name: Download ARM64 DMG
-        uses: actions/download-artifact@v7
-        with:
-          name: macos-arm64-builds
-          path: arm64
-
-      - name: Wait for notarization and staple
-        uses: ./.github/actions/finalize-macos-notarization
-        with:
-          apple-id: ${{ secrets.APPLE_ID }}
-          apple-app-specific-password: ${{ secrets.APPLE_APP_SPECIFIC_PASSWORD }}
-          apple-team-id: ${{ secrets.APPLE_TEAM_ID }}
-          intel-notarization-id: ${{ needs.build-macos-intel.outputs.notarization_id }}
-          arm64-notarization-id: ${{ needs.build-macos-arm64.outputs.notarization_id }}
-          intel-dmg-file: ${{ needs.build-macos-intel.outputs.dmg_file }}
-          arm64-dmg-file: ${{ needs.build-macos-arm64.outputs.dmg_file }}
-
-      - name: Upload stapled Intel DMG
-        uses: actions/upload-artifact@v4
-        with:
-          name: macos-intel-stapled
-          path: intel/*.dmg
-
-      - name: Upload stapled ARM64 DMG
-        uses: actions/upload-artifact@v4
-        with:
-          name: macos-arm64-stapled
-          path: arm64/*.dmg
 
   create-release:
-    needs: [build-macos-intel, build-macos-arm64, finalize-notarization, build-windows, build-linux]
+    needs: [build-macos-intel, build-macos-arm64, build-windows, build-linux]
     runs-on: ubuntu-latest
     permissions:
       contents: write
@@ -450,80 +294,23 @@ jobs:
           fetch-depth: 0
 
       - name: Download all artifacts
-        uses: actions/download-artifact@v7
+        uses: actions/download-artifact@v4
         with:
           path: dist
 
-      - name: Flatten binary artifacts
+      - name: Flatten and validate artifacts
         run: |
           mkdir -p release-assets
+          find dist -type f \( -name "*.dmg" -o -name "*.zip" -o -name "*.exe" -o -name "*.AppImage" -o -name "*.deb" -o -name "*.flatpak" \) -exec cp {} release-assets/ \;
 
-          # Copy stapled macOS DMGs (from finalize-notarization job)
-          # Validate that stapled DMGs exist before copying
-          if ! find dist/macos-intel-stapled dist/macos-arm64-stapled -type f -name "*.dmg" 2>/dev/null | grep -q .; then
-            echo "::warning::No stapled DMGs found. Using un-stapled DMGs from build artifacts."
-            find dist/macos-intel-builds dist/macos-arm64-builds -type f -name "*.dmg" -exec cp {} release-assets/ \; 2>/dev/null || true
-          else
-            find dist/macos-intel-stapled dist/macos-arm64-stapled -type f -name "*.dmg" -exec cp {} release-assets/ \; 2>/dev/null || true
-          fi
-
-          # Copy other macOS artifacts (zip, yml, blockmap) from original build
-          find dist/macos-intel-builds dist/macos-arm64-builds -type f \( -name "*.zip" -o -name "*.yml" -o -name "*.blockmap" \) -exec cp {} release-assets/ \; 2>/dev/null || true
-
-          # Copy Windows and Linux artifacts
-          find dist/windows-builds dist/linux-builds -type f \( -name "*.exe" -o -name "*.AppImage" -o -name "*.deb" -o -name "*.flatpak" -o -name "*.yml" -o -name "*.blockmap" \) -exec cp {} release-assets/ \; 2>/dev/null || true
-
-          # Validate that installer files exist
-          installer_count=$(find release-assets -type f \( -name "*.dmg" -o -name "*.zip" -o -name "*.exe" -o -name "*.AppImage" -o -name "*.deb" -o -name "*.flatpak" \) | wc -l)
-          if [ "$installer_count" -eq 0 ]; then
-            echo "::error::No installer artifacts found! Expected .dmg, .zip, .exe, .AppImage, .deb, or .flatpak files."
+          # Validate that at least one artifact was copied
+          artifact_count=$(find release-assets -type f \( -name "*.dmg" -o -name "*.zip" -o -name "*.exe" -o -name "*.AppImage" -o -name "*.deb" -o -name "*.flatpak" \) | wc -l)
+          if [ "$artifact_count" -eq 0 ]; then
+            echo "::error::No build artifacts found! Expected .dmg, .zip, .exe, .AppImage, .deb, or .flatpak files."
             exit 1
           fi
 
-          echo "Found $installer_count binary artifact(s):"
-          find release-assets -type f \( -name "*.dmg" -o -name "*.zip" -o -name "*.exe" -o -name "*.AppImage" -o -name "*.deb" -o -name "*.flatpak" \) -exec basename {} \;
-
-      # Merge macOS manifests from Intel and ARM64 builds
-      # See: https://github.com/electron-userland/electron-builder/issues/5592
-      - name: Merge macOS manifests
-        uses: ./.github/actions/merge-macos-manifests
-        with:
-          dist-path: dist
-          output-path: release-assets
-          copy-other-manifests: 'true'
-
-      - name: Validate manifests
-        run: |
-          # Validate that electron-updater manifest files are present (required for auto-updates)
-          yml_count=$(find release-assets -type f -name "*.yml" | wc -l)
-          if [ "$yml_count" -eq 0 ]; then
-            echo "::error::No update manifest (.yml) files found! Auto-update will not work."
-            exit 1
-          fi
-
-          echo "Found $yml_count manifest file(s):"
-          find release-assets -type f -name "*.yml" -exec basename {} \;
-
-          # Validate required manifests exist
-          missing=""
-          [ ! -f "release-assets/latest-mac.yml" ] && missing="$missing latest-mac.yml"
-          [ ! -f "release-assets/latest.yml" ] && missing="$missing latest.yml"
-          [ ! -f "release-assets/latest-linux.yml" ] && missing="$missing latest-linux.yml"
-
-          if [ -n "$missing" ]; then
-            echo "::error::Missing required manifests:$missing"
-            echo "::error::Auto-update will fail on affected platforms!"
-            exit 1
-          fi
-
-          echo ""
-          echo "All required manifests present:"
-          echo "  - latest-mac.yml (macOS)"
-          echo "  - latest.yml (Windows)"
-          echo "  - latest-linux.yml (Linux)"
-
-          echo ""
-          echo "All release assets:"
+          echo "Found $artifact_count artifact(s):"
           ls -la release-assets/
 
       - name: Generate checksums
@@ -532,6 +319,144 @@ jobs:
           sha256sum ./* > checksums.sha256
           cat checksums.sha256
 
+      - name: Scan with VirusTotal
+        id: virustotal
+        continue-on-error: true
+        if: ${{ github.event_name == 'push' || (github.event_name == 'workflow_dispatch' && inputs.dry_run != true) }}
+        env:
+          VT_API_KEY: ${{ secrets.VIRUSTOTAL_API_KEY }}
+        run: |
+          if [ -z "$VT_API_KEY" ]; then
+            echo "::warning::VIRUSTOTAL_API_KEY not configured, skipping scan"
+            echo "vt_results=" >> $GITHUB_OUTPUT
+            exit 0
+          fi
+
+          echo "## VirusTotal Scan Results" > vt_results.md
+          echo "" >> vt_results.md
+
+          for file in release-assets/*.{exe,dmg,AppImage,deb,flatpak}; do
+            [ -f "$file" ] || continue
+            filename=$(basename "$file")
+            filesize=$(stat -c%s "$file" 2>/dev/null || stat -f%z "$file")
+            echo "Scanning $filename (${filesize} bytes)..."
+
+            # For files > 32MB, get a special upload URL first
+            if [ "$filesize" -gt 33554432 ]; then
+              echo "  Large file detected, requesting upload URL..."
+              upload_url_response=$(curl -s --request GET \
+                --url "https://www.virustotal.com/api/v3/files/upload_url" \
+                --header "x-apikey: $VT_API_KEY")
+
+              upload_url=$(echo "$upload_url_response" | jq -r '.data // empty')
+              if [ -z "$upload_url" ]; then
+                echo "::warning::Failed to get upload URL for large file $filename"
+                echo "Response: $upload_url_response"
+                echo "- $filename - ⚠️ Upload failed (large file)" >> vt_results.md
+                continue
+              fi
+              api_url="$upload_url"
+            else
+              api_url="https://www.virustotal.com/api/v3/files"
+            fi
+
+            # Upload file to VirusTotal
+            response=$(curl -s --request POST \
+              --url "$api_url" \
+              --header "x-apikey: $VT_API_KEY" \
+              --form "file=@$file")
+
+            # Check if response is valid JSON before parsing
+            if ! echo "$response" | jq -e . >/dev/null 2>&1; then
+              echo "::warning::VirusTotal returned invalid JSON for $filename"
+              echo "Response (first 500 chars): ${response:0:500}"
+              echo "- $filename - ⚠️ Scan failed (invalid response)" >> vt_results.md
+              continue
+            fi
+
+            # Check for API error response
+            error_code=$(echo "$response" | jq -r '.error.code // empty')
+            if [ -n "$error_code" ]; then
+              error_msg=$(echo "$response" | jq -r '.error.message // "Unknown error"')
+              echo "::warning::VirusTotal API error for $filename: $error_code - $error_msg"
+              echo "- $filename - ⚠️ Scan failed ($error_code)" >> vt_results.md
+              continue
+            fi
+
+            # Extract analysis ID
+            analysis_id=$(echo "$response" | jq -r '.data.id // empty')
+
+            if [ -z "$analysis_id" ]; then
+              echo "::warning::Failed to upload $filename to VirusTotal"
+              echo "Response: $response"
+              echo "- $filename - ⚠️ Upload failed" >> vt_results.md
+              continue
+            fi
+
+            echo "Uploaded $filename, analysis ID: $analysis_id"
+
+            # Wait for analysis to complete (max 5 minutes per file)
+            analysis=""
+            for i in {1..30}; do
+              sleep 10
+              analysis=$(curl -s --request GET \
+                --url "https://www.virustotal.com/api/v3/analyses/$analysis_id" \
+                --header "x-apikey: $VT_API_KEY")
+
+              # Validate JSON response
+              if ! echo "$analysis" | jq -e . >/dev/null 2>&1; then
+                echo "  Warning: Invalid JSON response on attempt $i, retrying..."
+                continue
+              fi
+
+              status=$(echo "$analysis" | jq -r '.data.attributes.status // "unknown"')
+              echo "  Status: $status (attempt $i/30)"
+
+              if [ "$status" = "completed" ]; then
+                break
+              fi
+            done
+
+            # Final validation that we have valid analysis data
+            if ! echo "$analysis" | jq -e '.data.attributes.stats' >/dev/null 2>&1; then
+              echo "::warning::Could not get complete analysis for $filename, using local hash"
+              file_hash=$(sha256sum "$file" | cut -d' ' -f1)
+              echo "- [$filename](https://www.virustotal.com/gui/file/$file_hash) - ⚠️ Analysis incomplete" >> vt_results.md
+              continue
+            fi
+
+            # Get file hash for permanent URL
+            file_hash=$(echo "$analysis" | jq -r '.meta.file_info.sha256 // empty')
+
+            if [ -z "$file_hash" ]; then
+              # Fallback: calculate hash locally
+              file_hash=$(sha256sum "$file" | cut -d' ' -f1)
+            fi
+
+            # Get detection stats
+            malicious=$(echo "$analysis" | jq -r '.data.attributes.stats.malicious // 0')
+            suspicious=$(echo "$analysis" | jq -r '.data.attributes.stats.suspicious // 0')
+            undetected=$(echo "$analysis" | jq -r '.data.attributes.stats.undetected // 0')
+
+            vt_url="https://www.virustotal.com/gui/file/$file_hash"
+
+            if [ "$malicious" -gt 0 ] || [ "$suspicious" -gt 0 ]; then
+              echo "::warning::$filename has $malicious malicious and $suspicious suspicious detections (likely false positives)"
+              echo "- [$filename]($vt_url) - ⚠️ **$malicious malicious, $suspicious suspicious** detections (review recommended)" >> vt_results.md
+            else
+              echo "$filename is clean ($undetected engines, 0 detections)"
+              echo "- [$filename]($vt_url) - ✅ Clean ($undetected engines, 0 detections)" >> vt_results.md
+            fi
+          done
+
+          echo "" >> vt_results.md
+
+          # Save results for release notes
+          cat vt_results.md
+          echo "vt_results<<EOF" >> $GITHUB_OUTPUT
+          cat vt_results.md >> $GITHUB_OUTPUT
+          echo "EOF" >> $GITHUB_OUTPUT
+
       - name: Dry run summary
         if: ${{ github.event_name == 'workflow_dispatch' && inputs.dry_run == true }}
         run: |
@@ -545,77 +470,23 @@ jobs:
           cat release-assets/checksums.sha256 >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
           echo "\`\`\`" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
 
-      - name: Extract changelog from CHANGELOG.md
-        if: ${{ github.event_name == 'push' }}
+      - name: Generate changelog
+        if: ${{ github.event_name == 'push' || (github.event_name == 'workflow_dispatch' && inputs.dry_run != true) }}
         id: changelog
-        run: |
-          # Extract version from tag (v2.7.2 -> 2.7.2)
-          VERSION=${GITHUB_REF_NAME#v}
-          CHANGELOG_FILE="CHANGELOG.md"
-
-          echo "📋 Extracting release notes for version $VERSION from CHANGELOG.md..."
-
-          if [ ! -f "$CHANGELOG_FILE" ]; then
-            echo "::warning::CHANGELOG.md not found, using minimal release notes"
-            echo "body=Release v$VERSION" >> $GITHUB_OUTPUT
-            exit 0
-          fi
-
-          # Extract changelog section for this version
-          # Looks for "## X.Y.Z" header and captures until next "## " or "---"
-          CHANGELOG_CONTENT=$(awk -v ver="$VERSION" '
-            BEGIN { found=0; content="" }
-            /^## / {
-              if (found) exit
-              # Match version at start of header (e.g., "## 2.7.3 -" or "## 2.7.3")
-              if ($2 == ver || $2 ~ "^"ver"[[:space:]]*-") {
-                found=1
-                next
-              }
-            }
-            /^---$/ { if (found) exit }
-            found { content = content $0 "\n" }
-            END {
-              if (!found) {
-                print "NOT_FOUND"
-                exit 0
-              }
-              # Trim leading/trailing whitespace
-              gsub(/^[[:space:]]+|[[:space:]]+$/, "", content)
-              print content
-            }
-          ' "$CHANGELOG_FILE")
-
-          if [ "$CHANGELOG_CONTENT" = "NOT_FOUND" ] || [ -z "$CHANGELOG_CONTENT" ]; then
-            echo "::warning::Version $VERSION not found in CHANGELOG.md, using minimal release notes"
-            REPO="${{ github.repository }}"
-            CHANGELOG_CONTENT="Release v$VERSION"$'\n\n'"See [CHANGELOG.md](https://github.com/${REPO}/blob/main/CHANGELOG.md) for details."
-          fi
-
-          echo "✅ Extracted changelog content"
-
-          # Save to file first (more reliable for multiline)
-          echo "$CHANGELOG_CONTENT" > changelog-body.md
-
-          # Use file-based output for multiline content
-          {
-            echo "body<<CHANGELOG_EOF"
-            cat changelog-body.md
-            echo "CHANGELOG_EOF"
-          } >> $GITHUB_OUTPUT
+        uses: release-drafter/release-drafter@v6
+        with:
+          config-name: release-drafter.yml
+        env:
+          GITHUB_TOKEN: ${{ secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }}
 
       - name: Create Release
-        if: ${{ github.event_name == 'push' }}
+        if: ${{ github.event_name == 'push' || (github.event_name == 'workflow_dispatch' && inputs.dry_run != true) }}
         uses: softprops/action-gh-release@v2
         with:
           body: |
             ${{ steps.changelog.outputs.body }}
 
-            ---
-
-            **Full Changelog**: https://github.com/${{ github.repository }}/blob/main/CHANGELOG.md
-
-            _VirusTotal scan results will be added automatically after release._
+            ${{ steps.virustotal.outputs.vt_results }}
           files: release-assets/*
           draft: false
           prerelease: ${{ contains(github.ref, 'beta') || contains(github.ref, 'alpha') }}
@@ -626,16 +497,14 @@ jobs:
   update-readme:
     needs: [create-release]
     runs-on: ubuntu-latest
-    # Only update README on actual releases (tag push), not dry runs
-    if: ${{ github.event_name == 'push' }}
+    if: ${{ github.event_name == 'push' || (github.event_name == 'workflow_dispatch' && inputs.dry_run != true) }}
     permissions:
       contents: write
     steps:
       - uses: actions/checkout@v4
         with:
           ref: main
-          # Use PAT_TOKEN to bypass branch protection rules on main
-          token: ${{ secrets.PAT_TOKEN }}
+          token: ${{ secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }}
 
       - name: Extract version and detect release type
         id: version
@@ -655,14 +524,95 @@ jobs:
 
       - name: Update README.md
         run: |
-          VERSION="${{ steps.version.outputs.version }}"
-          IS_PRERELEASE="${{ steps.version.outputs.is_prerelease }}"
+          python3 << 'EOF'
+          import re
+          import sys
 
-          if [ "$IS_PRERELEASE" = "true" ]; then
-            python3 scripts/update-readme.py "$VERSION" --prerelease
-          else
-            python3 scripts/update-readme.py "$VERSION"
-          fi
+          version = "${{ steps.version.outputs.version }}"
+          is_prerelease = "${{ steps.version.outputs.is_prerelease }}" == "true"
+
+          # Shields.io escapes hyphens as --
+          version_badge = version.replace("-", "--")
+
+          # Read README
+          with open("README.md", "r") as f:
+              content = f.read()
+
+          # Semver pattern: matches X.Y.Z or X.Y.Z-prerelease (e.g., 2.7.2, 2.7.2-beta.10)
+          # Prerelease MUST contain a dot (beta.10, alpha.1, rc.1) to avoid matching platform suffixes (win32, darwin)
+          semver = r'\d+\.\d+\.\d+(?:-[a-zA-Z]+\.[a-zA-Z0-9.]+)?'
+          # Shields.io escaped pattern (hyphens as --)
+          semver_badge = r'\d+\.\d+\.\d+(?:--[a-zA-Z]+\.[a-zA-Z0-9.]+)?'
+
+          def update_section(text, start_marker, end_marker, replacements):
+              """Update content between markers with given replacements."""
+              pattern = f'({re.escape(start_marker)})(.*?)({re.escape(end_marker)})'
+              def replace_section(match):
+                  section = match.group(2)
+                  for old_pattern, new_value in replacements:
+                      section = re.sub(old_pattern, new_value, section)
+                  return match.group(1) + section + match.group(3)
+              return re.sub(pattern, replace_section, text, flags=re.DOTALL)
+
+          if is_prerelease:
+              print(f"Updating BETA section to {version} (badge: {version_badge})")
+
+              # Update beta badge
+              content = re.sub(
+                  rf'beta-{semver_badge}-orange',
+                  f'beta-{version_badge}-orange',
+                  content
+              )
+
+              # Update beta version badge link
+              content = update_section(content,
+                  '<!-- BETA_VERSION_BADGE -->', '<!-- BETA_VERSION_BADGE_END -->',
+                  [(rf'tag/v{semver}\)', f'tag/v{version})')])
+
+              # Update beta downloads
+              content = update_section(content,
+                  '<!-- BETA_DOWNLOADS -->', '<!-- BETA_DOWNLOADS_END -->',
+                  [
+                      (rf'Auto-Claude-{semver}', f'Auto-Claude-{version}'),
+                      (rf'download/v{semver}/', f'download/v{version}/'),
+                  ])
+          else:
+              print(f"Updating STABLE section to {version} (badge: {version_badge})")
+
+              # Update top version badge
+              content = update_section(content,
+                  '<!-- TOP_VERSION_BADGE -->', '<!-- TOP_VERSION_BADGE_END -->',
+                  [
+                      (rf'version-{semver_badge}-blue', f'version-{version_badge}-blue'),
+                      (rf'tag/v{semver}\)', f'tag/v{version})'),
+                  ])
+
+              # Update stable badge
+              content = re.sub(
+                  rf'stable-{semver_badge}-blue',
+                  f'stable-{version_badge}-blue',
+                  content
+              )
+
+              # Update stable version badge link
+              content = update_section(content,
+                  '<!-- STABLE_VERSION_BADGE -->', '<!-- STABLE_VERSION_BADGE_END -->',
+                  [(rf'tag/v{semver}\)', f'tag/v{version})')])
+
+              # Update stable downloads
+              content = update_section(content,
+                  '<!-- STABLE_DOWNLOADS -->', '<!-- STABLE_DOWNLOADS_END -->',
+                  [
+                      (rf'Auto-Claude-{semver}', f'Auto-Claude-{version}'),
+                      (rf'download/v{semver}/', f'download/v{version}/'),
+                  ])
+
+          # Write updated README
+          with open("README.md", "w") as f:
+              f.write(content)
+
+          print(f"README.md updated for {version} (prerelease={is_prerelease})")
+          EOF
 
           echo "--- Verifying update ---"
           grep -E "(stable-|beta-|version-)[0-9]" README.md | head -5

.github/workflows/test-azure-auth.yml

@@ -1,21 +0,0 @@
-name: Test Azure Auth
-
-on:
-  workflow_dispatch:
-
-jobs:
-  test-auth:
-    runs-on: windows-latest
-    permissions:
-      id-token: write
-      contents: read
-    steps:
-      - name: Azure Login (OIDC)
-        uses: azure/login@v2
-        with:
-          client-id: ${{ secrets.AZURE_CLIENT_ID }}
-          tenant-id: ${{ secrets.AZURE_TENANT_ID }}
-          subscription-id: ${{ secrets.AZURE_SUBSCRIPTION_ID }}
-
-      - name: Success
-        run: echo "Azure authentication successful!"

.github/workflows/test-on-tag.yml

@@ -0,0 +1,63 @@
+name: Test on Tag
+
+on:
+  push:
+    tags:
+      - 'v*'
+
+jobs:
+  # Python tests
+  test-python:
+    runs-on: ubuntu-latest
+    strategy:
+      matrix:
+        python-version: ['3.12', '3.13']
+
+    steps:
+      - name: Checkout
+        uses: actions/checkout@v4
+
+      - name: Set up Python ${{ matrix.python-version }}
+        uses: actions/setup-python@v5
+        with:
+          python-version: ${{ matrix.python-version }}
+
+      - name: Install uv
+        uses: astral-sh/setup-uv@v4
+        with:
+          version: "latest"
+
+      - name: Install dependencies
+        working-directory: apps/backend
+        run: |
+          uv venv
+          uv pip install -r requirements.txt
+          uv pip install -r ../../tests/requirements-test.txt
+
+      - name: Run tests
+        working-directory: apps/backend
+        env:
+          PYTHONPATH: ${{ github.workspace }}/apps/backend
+        run: |
+          source .venv/bin/activate
+          pytest ../../tests/ -v --tb=short
+
+  # Frontend tests
+  test-frontend:
+    runs-on: ubuntu-latest
+    steps:
+      - name: Checkout
+        uses: actions/checkout@v4
+
+      - name: Setup Node.js
+        uses: actions/setup-node@v4
+        with:
+          node-version: '24'
+
+      - name: Install dependencies
+        working-directory: apps/frontend
+        run: npm ci --ignore-scripts
+
+      - name: Run tests
+        working-directory: apps/frontend
+        run: npm run test

.github/workflows/validate-version.yml

@@ -0,0 +1,71 @@
+name: Validate Version
+
+on:
+  push:
+    tags:
+      - 'v*'
+
+jobs:
+  validate-version:
+    name: Validate package.json version matches tag
+    runs-on: ubuntu-latest
+
+    steps:
+      - name: Checkout
+        uses: actions/checkout@v4
+
+      - name: Extract version from tag
+        id: tag_version
+        run: |
+          # Extract version from tag (e.g., v2.5.5 -> 2.5.5)
+          TAG_VERSION=${GITHUB_REF#refs/tags/v}
+          echo "version=$TAG_VERSION" >> $GITHUB_OUTPUT
+          echo "Tag version: $TAG_VERSION"
+
+      - name: Extract version from package.json
+        id: package_version
+        run: |
+          # Read version from package.json
+          PACKAGE_VERSION=$(node -p "require('./apps/frontend/package.json').version")
+          echo "version=$PACKAGE_VERSION" >> $GITHUB_OUTPUT
+          echo "Package.json version: $PACKAGE_VERSION"
+
+      - name: Compare versions
+        run: |
+          TAG_VERSION="${{ steps.tag_version.outputs.version }}"
+          PACKAGE_VERSION="${{ steps.package_version.outputs.version }}"
+
+          echo "=========================================="
+          echo "Version Validation"
+          echo "=========================================="
+          echo "Git tag version:      v$TAG_VERSION"
+          echo "package.json version: $PACKAGE_VERSION"
+          echo "=========================================="
+
+          if [ "$TAG_VERSION" != "$PACKAGE_VERSION" ]; then
+            echo ""
+            echo "❌ ERROR: Version mismatch detected!"
+            echo ""
+            echo "The version in package.json ($PACKAGE_VERSION) does not match"
+            echo "the git tag version ($TAG_VERSION)."
+            echo ""
+            echo "To fix this:"
+            echo "  1. Delete this tag: git tag -d v$TAG_VERSION"
+            echo "  2. Update package.json version to $TAG_VERSION"
+            echo "  3. Commit the change"
+            echo "  4. Recreate the tag: git tag -a v$TAG_VERSION -m 'Release v$TAG_VERSION'"
+            echo ""
+            echo "Or use the automated script:"
+            echo "  node scripts/bump-version.js $TAG_VERSION"
+            echo ""
+            exit 1
+          fi
+
+          echo ""
+          echo "✅ SUCCESS: Versions match!"
+          echo ""
+
+      - name: Version validation result
+        if: success()
+        run: |
+          echo "::notice::Version validation passed - package.json version matches tag v${{ steps.tag_version.outputs.version }}"

.github/workflows/virustotal-scan.yml

@@ -1,343 +0,0 @@
-name: VirusTotal Scan
-
-# Runs AFTER release is published to avoid blocking release creation
-# VirusTotal scans can take 5+ minutes per file, which delays releases
-
-on:
-  release:
-    types: [published]
-  workflow_dispatch:
-    inputs:
-      tag:
-        description: 'Release tag to scan (e.g., v2.8.0)'
-        required: true
-        type: string
-
-# Prevent TOCTOU race condition when updating release notes
-# If two runs target the same tag, queue them instead of running in parallel
-concurrency:
-  group: virustotal-${{ github.event.inputs.tag || github.event.release.tag_name }}
-  cancel-in-progress: false
-
-jobs:
-  scan:
-    name: Scan release assets
-    runs-on: ubuntu-latest
-    permissions:
-      contents: write  # Required to update release notes
-    steps:
-      - name: Determine release tag
-        id: tag
-        run: |
-          if [ "${{ github.event_name }}" = "workflow_dispatch" ]; then
-            echo "tag=${{ github.event.inputs.tag }}" >> $GITHUB_OUTPUT
-          else
-            echo "tag=${{ github.event.release.tag_name }}" >> $GITHUB_OUTPUT
-          fi
-
-      - name: Check for API key
-        id: check-key
-        env:
-          VT_KEY: ${{ secrets.VIRUSTOTAL_API_KEY }}
-        run: |
-          if [ -z "$VT_KEY" ]; then
-            echo "::warning::VIRUSTOTAL_API_KEY not configured, skipping scan"
-            echo "has_key=false" >> $GITHUB_OUTPUT
-          else
-            echo "has_key=true" >> $GITHUB_OUTPUT
-          fi
-
-      - name: Download release assets
-        if: steps.check-key.outputs.has_key == 'true'
-        env:
-          GH_TOKEN: ${{ secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }}
-        run: |
-          TAG="${{ steps.tag.outputs.tag }}"
-          echo "Downloading assets for release $TAG..."
-
-          mkdir -p release-assets
-
-          # First verify the release exists
-          if ! gh release view "$TAG" --repo "${{ github.repository }}" >/dev/null 2>&1; then
-            echo "::error::Release $TAG not found"
-            exit 1
-          fi
-
-          # Download assets, distinguishing between "no matching assets" and real errors
-          set +e
-          gh release download "$TAG" \
-            --repo "${{ github.repository }}" \
-            --pattern "*.exe" \
-            --pattern "*.dmg" \
-            --pattern "*.AppImage" \
-            --pattern "*.deb" \
-            --pattern "*.flatpak" \
-            --dir release-assets 2>&1
-          exit_code=$?
-          set -e
-
-          if [ $exit_code -ne 0 ]; then
-            # Check if it's just "no assets matched" vs a real error
-            asset_count=$(gh release view "$TAG" --repo "${{ github.repository }}" --json assets -q '.assets | length')
-            if [ "$asset_count" -eq 0 ]; then
-              echo "Release has no assets yet (this is OK for new releases)"
-            else
-              # Check if any scannable assets exist that should have been downloaded
-              scannable_assets=$(gh release view "$TAG" --repo "${{ github.repository }}" --json assets \
-                -q '.assets[].name | select(test("\\.(exe|dmg|AppImage|deb|flatpak)$"))' | wc -l)
-              if [ "$scannable_assets" -gt 0 ]; then
-                echo "::error::Download failed - $scannable_assets scannable asset(s) exist but download failed"
-                exit 1
-              fi
-              echo "No assets matched the patterns (exe, dmg, AppImage, deb, flatpak)"
-            fi
-          fi
-
-          echo "Downloaded assets:"
-          ls -la release-assets/ || echo "No assets found"
-
-      - name: Scan with VirusTotal
-        if: steps.check-key.outputs.has_key == 'true'
-        id: virustotal
-        env:
-          VT_API_KEY: ${{ secrets.VIRUSTOTAL_API_KEY }}
-        run: |
-          echo "## VirusTotal Scan Results" > vt_results.md
-          echo "" >> vt_results.md
-
-          # Check if there are any files to scan
-          shopt -s nullglob
-          files=(release-assets/*.{exe,dmg,AppImage,deb,flatpak})
-          if [ ${#files[@]} -eq 0 ]; then
-            echo "No scannable files found in release assets"
-            echo "- No executable files found in release" >> vt_results.md
-            echo "vt_results<<EOF" >> $GITHUB_OUTPUT
-            cat vt_results.md >> $GITHUB_OUTPUT
-            echo "EOF" >> $GITHUB_OUTPUT
-            exit 0
-          fi
-
-          for file in "${files[@]}"; do
-            [ -f "$file" ] || continue
-            filename=$(basename "$file")
-            filesize=$(stat -c%s "$file" 2>/dev/null || stat -f%z "$file")
-            echo "Scanning $filename (${filesize} bytes)..."
-
-            # VirusTotal requires special upload URL for files > 32MB
-            LARGE_FILE_THRESHOLD=33554432  # 32 MB in bytes
-            if [ "$filesize" -gt "$LARGE_FILE_THRESHOLD" ]; then
-              echo "  Large file detected, requesting upload URL..."
-              upload_http_response=$(curl -s -w '\n%{http_code}' --request GET \
-                --url "https://www.virustotal.com/api/v3/files/upload_url" \
-                --header "x-apikey: $VT_API_KEY")
-              upload_http_code=$(echo "$upload_http_response" | tail -1)
-              upload_url_response=$(echo "$upload_http_response" | sed '$d')
-
-              if [ "$upload_http_code" != "200" ]; then
-                echo "::warning::Failed to get upload URL for large file $filename (HTTP $upload_http_code)"
-                echo "- $filename - ⚠️ Upload failed (large file, HTTP $upload_http_code)" >> vt_results.md
-                continue
-              fi
-
-              upload_url=$(echo "$upload_url_response" | jq -r '.data // empty')
-              if [ -z "$upload_url" ]; then
-                echo "::warning::Failed to get upload URL for large file $filename"
-                echo "Response: $upload_url_response"
-                echo "- $filename - ⚠️ Upload failed (large file)" >> vt_results.md
-                continue
-              fi
-              api_url="$upload_url"
-            else
-              api_url="https://www.virustotal.com/api/v3/files"
-            fi
-
-            # Upload file to VirusTotal (capture HTTP status code)
-            http_response=$(curl -s -w '\n%{http_code}' --request POST \
-              --url "$api_url" \
-              --header "x-apikey: $VT_API_KEY" \
-              --form "file=@$file")
-            http_code=$(echo "$http_response" | tail -1)
-            response=$(echo "$http_response" | sed '$d')
-
-            # Check HTTP status code first
-            if [ "$http_code" != "200" ]; then
-              echo "::warning::VirusTotal returned HTTP $http_code for $filename"
-              if [ "$http_code" = "429" ]; then
-                echo "- $filename - ⚠️ Scan failed (rate limited)" >> vt_results.md
-              elif [ "$http_code" = "403" ]; then
-                echo "- $filename - ⚠️ Scan failed (forbidden - check API key)" >> vt_results.md
-              else
-                echo "- $filename - ⚠️ Scan failed (HTTP $http_code)" >> vt_results.md
-              fi
-              continue
-            fi
-
-            # Check if response is valid JSON before parsing
-            if ! echo "$response" | jq -e . >/dev/null 2>&1; then
-              echo "::warning::VirusTotal returned invalid JSON for $filename"
-              echo "Response (first 500 chars): ${response:0:500}"
-              echo "- $filename - ⚠️ Scan failed (invalid response)" >> vt_results.md
-              continue
-            fi
-
-            # Check for API error response
-            error_code=$(echo "$response" | jq -r '.error.code // empty')
-            if [ -n "$error_code" ]; then
-              error_msg=$(echo "$response" | jq -r '.error.message // "Unknown error"')
-              echo "::warning::VirusTotal API error for $filename: $error_code - $error_msg"
-              echo "- $filename - ⚠️ Scan failed ($error_code)" >> vt_results.md
-              continue
-            fi
-
-            # Extract analysis ID
-            analysis_id=$(echo "$response" | jq -r '.data.id // empty')
-
-            if [ -z "$analysis_id" ]; then
-              echo "::warning::Failed to upload $filename to VirusTotal"
-              echo "Response: $response"
-              echo "- $filename - ⚠️ Upload failed" >> vt_results.md
-              continue
-            fi
-
-            echo "Uploaded $filename, analysis ID: $analysis_id"
-
-            # Wait for analysis to complete (max 5 minutes per file)
-            analysis=""
-            for i in {1..30}; do
-              sleep 10
-              analysis_http_response=$(curl -s -w '\n%{http_code}' --request GET \
-                --url "https://www.virustotal.com/api/v3/analyses/$analysis_id" \
-                --header "x-apikey: $VT_API_KEY")
-              analysis_http_code=$(echo "$analysis_http_response" | tail -1)
-              analysis=$(echo "$analysis_http_response" | sed '$d')
-
-              # Check HTTP status code
-              if [ "$analysis_http_code" != "200" ]; then
-                echo "  Warning: HTTP $analysis_http_code on attempt $i, retrying..."
-                if [ "$analysis_http_code" = "429" ]; then
-                  echo "  Rate limited, waiting longer..."
-                  sleep 30
-                fi
-                continue
-              fi
-
-              # Validate JSON response
-              if ! echo "$analysis" | jq -e . >/dev/null 2>&1; then
-                echo "  Warning: Invalid JSON response on attempt $i, retrying..."
-                continue
-              fi
-
-              status=$(echo "$analysis" | jq -r '.data.attributes.status // "unknown"')
-              echo "  Status: $status (attempt $i/30)"
-
-              if [ "$status" = "completed" ]; then
-                break
-              fi
-            done
-
-            # Handle analysis timeout - if loop completed without status=completed
-            if [ "$status" != "completed" ]; then
-              echo "::warning::Analysis timed out for $filename (status: $status after 5 minutes)"
-              file_hash=$(sha256sum "$file" | cut -d' ' -f1)
-              echo "- [$filename](https://www.virustotal.com/gui/file/$file_hash) - ⚠️ Analysis timed out" >> vt_results.md
-              continue
-            fi
-
-            # Final validation that we have valid analysis data
-            if ! echo "$analysis" | jq -e '.data.attributes.stats' >/dev/null 2>&1; then
-              echo "::warning::Could not get complete analysis for $filename, using local hash"
-              file_hash=$(sha256sum "$file" | cut -d' ' -f1)
-              echo "- [$filename](https://www.virustotal.com/gui/file/$file_hash) - ⚠️ Analysis incomplete" >> vt_results.md
-              continue
-            fi
-
-            # Get file hash for permanent URL
-            file_hash=$(echo "$analysis" | jq -r '.meta.file_info.sha256 // empty')
-
-            if [ -z "$file_hash" ]; then
-              # Fallback: calculate hash locally
-              file_hash=$(sha256sum "$file" | cut -d' ' -f1)
-            fi
-
-            # Get detection stats
-            malicious=$(echo "$analysis" | jq -r '.data.attributes.stats.malicious // 0')
-            suspicious=$(echo "$analysis" | jq -r '.data.attributes.stats.suspicious // 0')
-            undetected=$(echo "$analysis" | jq -r '.data.attributes.stats.undetected // 0')
-
-            vt_url="https://www.virustotal.com/gui/file/$file_hash"
-
-            if [ "$malicious" -gt 0 ] || [ "$suspicious" -gt 0 ]; then
-              echo "::warning::$filename has $malicious malicious and $suspicious suspicious detections (likely false positives)"
-              echo "- [$filename]($vt_url) - ⚠️ **$malicious malicious, $suspicious suspicious** detections (review recommended)" >> vt_results.md
-            else
-              echo "$filename is clean ($undetected engines, 0 detections)"
-              echo "- [$filename]($vt_url) - ✅ Clean ($undetected engines, 0 detections)" >> vt_results.md
-            fi
-          done
-
-          echo "" >> vt_results.md
-
-          # Save results for next step
-          cat vt_results.md
-          echo "vt_results<<EOF" >> $GITHUB_OUTPUT
-          cat vt_results.md >> $GITHUB_OUTPUT
-          echo "EOF" >> $GITHUB_OUTPUT
-
-      - name: Update release notes with scan results
-        if: steps.check-key.outputs.has_key == 'true' && steps.virustotal.outputs.vt_results != ''
-        env:
-          GH_TOKEN: ${{ secrets.GITHUB_TOKEN }}
-        run: |
-          TAG="${{ steps.tag.outputs.tag }}"
-
-          # Get current release body with error checking
-          if ! current_body=$(gh release view "$TAG" --repo "${{ github.repository }}" --json body -q '.body'); then
-            echo "::error::Failed to fetch current release body for $TAG"
-            exit 1
-          fi
-
-          # Additional safeguard for empty body
-          if [ -z "$current_body" ]; then
-            echo "::warning::Release body is empty, this may indicate a problem"
-          fi
-
-          # Check if VirusTotal results already exist in the body
-          if echo "$current_body" | grep -q "## VirusTotal Scan Results"; then
-            echo "VirusTotal results already in release notes, skipping update"
-            exit 0
-          fi
-
-          # Use file-based approach to avoid shell expansion issues
-          # First, write current body to file
-          echo "$current_body" > release-body.md
-
-          # Remove placeholder text if present (portable sed approach)
-          sed '/_VirusTotal scan results will be added automatically after release\./d' release-body.md > release-body.tmp && mv release-body.tmp release-body.md
-
-          # Append separator and VT results
-          echo "" >> release-body.md
-          echo "---" >> release-body.md
-          echo "" >> release-body.md
-          cat vt_results.md >> release-body.md
-
-          # Update release using --notes-file to avoid shell quoting issues
-          gh release edit "$TAG" \
-            --repo "${{ github.repository }}" \
-            --notes-file release-body.md
-
-          echo "✅ Updated release notes with VirusTotal scan results"
-
-      - name: Summary
-        if: always()
-        run: |
-          echo "## VirusTotal Scan Summary" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-          echo "" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-          echo "**Release:** ${{ steps.tag.outputs.tag }}" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-          echo "" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-          if [ "${{ steps.check-key.outputs.has_key }}" = "false" ]; then
-            echo "⚠️ Scan skipped: VIRUSTOTAL_API_KEY not configured" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-          elif [ -f vt_results.md ]; then
-            cat vt_results.md >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-          else
-            echo "No scan results available" >> $GITHUB_STEP_SUMMARY
-          fi

.gitignore

@@ -14,7 +14,6 @@ Desktop.ini
 .env
 .env.*
 !.env.example
-/config.json
 *.pem
 *.key
 *.crt
@@ -56,8 +55,6 @@ lerna-debug.log*
 # Auto Claude Generated
 # ===========================
 .auto-claude/
-.planning/
-.planning-archive/
 .auto-build-security.json
 .auto-claude-security.json
 .auto-claude-status
@@ -109,8 +106,7 @@ dmypy.json
 # ===========================
 # Node.js (apps/frontend)
 # ===========================
-node_modules
-apps/frontend/node_modules
+node_modules/
 .npm
 .yarn/
 .pnp.*
@@ -167,10 +163,3 @@ _bmad-output/
 .claude/
 /docs
 OPUS_ANALYSIS_AND_IDEAS.md
-/.github/agents
-
-# Auto Claude generated files
-.security-key
-/shared_docs
-logs/security/
-Agents.md

.husky/pre-commit

@@ -1,55 +1,5 @@
 #!/bin/sh
 
-# =============================================================================
-# GIT WORKTREE CONTEXT HANDLING
-# =============================================================================
-# When running in a worktree, we need to preserve git context to prevent HEAD
-# corruption. However, we must also CLEAR these variables when NOT in a worktree
-# to prevent cross-worktree contamination (files leaking between worktrees).
-#
-# The bug: If GIT_DIR/GIT_WORK_TREE are set from a previous worktree session
-# and this hook runs in the main repo (where .git is a directory, not a file),
-# git commands will target the wrong repository, causing files to appear as
-# untracked in the wrong location.
-#
-# Fix: Explicitly unset these variables when NOT in a worktree context.
-# =============================================================================
-
-if [ -f ".git" ]; then
-  # We're in a worktree (.git is a file pointing to the actual git dir)
-  # Use -n with /p to only print lines that match the gitdir: prefix, head -1 for safety
-  WORKTREE_GIT_DIR=$(sed -n 's/^gitdir: //p' .git | head -1)
-  if [ -n "$WORKTREE_GIT_DIR" ] && [ -d "$WORKTREE_GIT_DIR" ]; then
-    export GIT_DIR="$WORKTREE_GIT_DIR"
-    export GIT_WORK_TREE="$(pwd)"
-  else
-    # .git file exists but is malformed or points to non-existent directory
-    # CRITICAL: Clear any inherited GIT_DIR/GIT_WORK_TREE to prevent cross-worktree leakage
-    unset GIT_DIR
-    unset GIT_WORK_TREE
-  fi
-else
-  # We're in the main repo (.git is a directory)
-  # CRITICAL: Clear any inherited GIT_DIR/GIT_WORK_TREE to prevent cross-worktree leakage
-  unset GIT_DIR
-  unset GIT_WORK_TREE
-fi
-
-# =============================================================================
-# SAFETY CHECK: Detect and fix corrupted core.worktree configuration
-# =============================================================================
-# If core.worktree is set in the main repo's config (pointing to a worktree),
-# this indicates previous corruption. Fix it automatically.
-if [ ! -f ".git" ]; then
-  CORE_WORKTREE=$(git config --get core.worktree 2>/dev/null || true)
-  if [ -n "$CORE_WORKTREE" ]; then
-    echo "Warning: Detected corrupted core.worktree setting, removing it..."
-    if ! git config --unset core.worktree 2>/dev/null; then
-      echo "Warning: Failed to unset core.worktree. Manual intervention may be needed."
-    fi
-  fi
-fi
-
 echo "Running pre-commit checks..."
 
 # =============================================================================
@@ -86,46 +36,14 @@ if git diff --cached --name-only | grep -q "^package.json$"; then
       echo "  Updated apps/backend/__init__.py to $VERSION"
     fi
 
-    # Sync to README.md - section-aware updates (stable vs beta)
+    # Sync to README.md
     if [ -f "README.md" ]; then
       # Escape hyphens for shields.io badge format (shields.io uses -- for literal hyphens)
       ESCAPED_VERSION=$(echo "$VERSION" | sed 's/-/--/g')
-
-      # Detect if this is a prerelease (contains - after base version, e.g., 2.7.2-beta.10)
-      if echo "$VERSION" | grep -q '-'; then
-        # PRERELEASE: Update only beta sections
-        echo "  Detected PRERELEASE version: $VERSION"
-
-        # Update beta version badge (orange)
-        sed -i.bak "s/beta-[0-9]*\.[0-9]*\.[0-9]*\(--[a-z]*\.[0-9]*\)*-orange/beta-$ESCAPED_VERSION-orange/g" README.md
-
-        # Update beta version badge link (within BETA_VERSION_BADGE section)
-        sed -i.bak '/<!-- BETA_VERSION_BADGE -->/,/<!-- BETA_VERSION_BADGE_END -->/s|releases/tag/v[0-9.a-z-]*)|releases/tag/v'"$VERSION"')|g' README.md
-
-        # Update beta download links (within BETA_DOWNLOADS section only)
-        # Use perl for cross-platform compatibility (BSD sed doesn't support {block} syntax)
-        for SUFFIX in "win32-x64.exe" "darwin-arm64.dmg" "darwin-x64.dmg" "linux-x86_64.AppImage" "linux-amd64.deb" "linux-x86_64.flatpak"; do
-          perl -i -pe 'if (/<!-- BETA_DOWNLOADS -->/ .. /<!-- BETA_DOWNLOADS_END -->/) { s|Auto-Claude-[0-9.a-z-]*-'"$SUFFIX"'\]\(https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/download/v[^/]*/Auto-Claude-[^)]*-'"$SUFFIX"'\)|Auto-Claude-'"$VERSION"'-'"$SUFFIX"'](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/download/v'"$VERSION"'/Auto-Claude-'"$VERSION"'-'"$SUFFIX"')|g }' README.md
-        done
-      else
-        # STABLE: Update stable sections and top badge
-        echo "  Detected STABLE version: $VERSION"
-
-        # Update top version badge (blue) - within TOP_VERSION_BADGE section
-        sed -i.bak '/<!-- TOP_VERSION_BADGE -->/,/<!-- TOP_VERSION_BADGE_END -->/s/version-[0-9]*\.[0-9]*\.[0-9]*\(--[a-z]*\.[0-9]*\)*-blue/version-'"$ESCAPED_VERSION"'-blue/g' README.md
-        sed -i.bak '/<!-- TOP_VERSION_BADGE -->/,/<!-- TOP_VERSION_BADGE_END -->/s|releases/tag/v[0-9.a-z-]*)|releases/tag/v'"$VERSION"')|g' README.md
-
-        # Update stable version badge (blue) - within STABLE_VERSION_BADGE section
-        sed -i.bak '/<!-- STABLE_VERSION_BADGE -->/,/<!-- STABLE_VERSION_BADGE_END -->/s/stable-[0-9]*\.[0-9]*\.[0-9]*\(--[a-z]*\.[0-9]*\)*-blue/stable-'"$ESCAPED_VERSION"'-blue/g' README.md
-        sed -i.bak '/<!-- STABLE_VERSION_BADGE -->/,/<!-- STABLE_VERSION_BADGE_END -->/s|releases/tag/v[0-9.a-z-]*)|releases/tag/v'"$VERSION"')|g' README.md
-
-        # Update stable download links (within STABLE_DOWNLOADS section only)
-        # Use perl for cross-platform compatibility (BSD sed doesn't support {block} syntax)
-        for SUFFIX in "win32-x64.exe" "darwin-arm64.dmg" "darwin-x64.dmg" "linux-x86_64.AppImage" "linux-amd64.deb"; do
-          perl -i -pe 'if (/<!-- STABLE_DOWNLOADS -->/ .. /<!-- STABLE_DOWNLOADS_END -->/) { s|Auto-Claude-[0-9.a-z-]*-'"$SUFFIX"'\]\(https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/download/v[^/]*/Auto-Claude-[^)]*-'"$SUFFIX"'\)|Auto-Claude-'"$VERSION"'-'"$SUFFIX"'](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/download/v'"$VERSION"'/Auto-Claude-'"$VERSION"'-'"$SUFFIX"')|g }' README.md
-        done
-      fi
-
+      # Update version badge - match both stable (X.Y.Z) and prerelease (X.Y.Z-prerelease.N or X.Y.Z--prerelease.N)
+      sed -i.bak "s/version-[0-9]*\.[0-9]*\.[0-9]*\(-\{1,2\}[a-z]*\.[0-9]*\)*-blue/version-$ESCAPED_VERSION-blue/g" README.md
+      # Update download links - match both stable and prerelease versions
+      sed -i.bak "s/Auto-Claude-[0-9]*\.[0-9]*\.[0-9]*\(-[a-z]*\.[0-9]*\)*/Auto-Claude-$VERSION/g" README.md
       rm -f README.md.bak
       git add README.md
       echo "  Updated README.md to $VERSION"
@@ -154,67 +72,47 @@ if git diff --cached --name-only | grep -q "^apps/backend/.*\.py$"; then
   fi
 
   if [ -n "$RUFF" ]; then
-    # Get only staged Python files in apps/backend (process only what's being committed)
-    STAGED_PY_FILES=$(git diff --cached --name-only --diff-filter=ACM | grep "^apps/backend/.*\.py$" || true)
-
-    if [ -n "$STAGED_PY_FILES" ]; then
-      # Run ruff linting (auto-fix) only on staged files
-      echo "Running ruff lint on staged files..."
-      echo "$STAGED_PY_FILES" | xargs $RUFF check --fix
-      if [ $? -ne 0 ]; then
-        echo "Ruff lint failed. Please fix Python linting errors before committing."
-        exit 1
-      fi
-
-      # Run ruff format (auto-fix) only on staged files
-      echo "Running ruff format on staged files..."
-      echo "$STAGED_PY_FILES" | xargs $RUFF format
-
-      # Re-stage only the files that were originally staged (in case ruff modified them)
-      echo "$STAGED_PY_FILES" | xargs git add
+    # Run ruff linting (auto-fix)
+    echo "Running ruff lint..."
+    $RUFF check apps/backend/ --fix
+    if [ $? -ne 0 ]; then
+      echo "Ruff lint failed. Please fix Python linting errors before committing."
+      exit 1
     fi
+
+    # Run ruff format (auto-fix)
+    echo "Running ruff format..."
+    $RUFF format apps/backend/
+
+    # Stage any files that were auto-fixed by ruff (POSIX-compliant)
+    find apps/backend -name "*.py" -type f -exec git add {} + 2>/dev/null || true
   else
     echo "Warning: ruff not found, skipping Python linting. Install with: uv pip install ruff"
   fi
 
   # Run pytest (skip slow/integration tests and Windows-incompatible tests for pre-commit speed)
-  # Use subshell to isolate directory changes and prevent worktree corruption
   echo "Running Python tests..."
-  (
-    cd apps/backend
-    # Tests to skip: graphiti (external deps), merge_file_tracker/service_orchestrator/worktree/workspace (Windows path/git issues)
-    # Also skip tests that require optional dependencies (pydantic structured outputs)
-    IGNORE_TESTS="--ignore=../../tests/test_graphiti.py --ignore=../../tests/test_merge_file_tracker.py --ignore=../../tests/test_service_orchestrator.py --ignore=../../tests/test_worktree.py --ignore=../../tests/test_workspace.py --ignore=../../tests/test_finding_validation.py --ignore=../../tests/test_sdk_structured_output.py --ignore=../../tests/test_structured_outputs.py"
-    
-    # Determine Python executable from venv
-    VENV_PYTHON=""
-    if [ -f ".venv/bin/python" ]; then
-      VENV_PYTHON=".venv/bin/python"
-    elif [ -f ".venv/Scripts/python.exe" ]; then
-      VENV_PYTHON=".venv/Scripts/python.exe"
-    fi
-    
-    if [ -n "$VENV_PYTHON" ]; then
-      # Check if pytest is installed in venv
-      if $VENV_PYTHON -c "import pytest" 2>/dev/null; then
-        PYTHONPATH=. $VENV_PYTHON -m pytest ../../tests/ -v --tb=short -x -m "not slow and not integration" $IGNORE_TESTS
-      else
-        echo "Warning: pytest not installed in venv. Installing test dependencies..."
-        $VENV_PYTHON -m pip install -q -r ../../tests/requirements-test.txt
-        PYTHONPATH=. $VENV_PYTHON -m pytest ../../tests/ -v --tb=short -x -m "not slow and not integration" $IGNORE_TESTS
-      fi
-    elif [ -d ".venv" ]; then
-      echo "Warning: venv exists but Python not found in it, using system Python"
-      PYTHONPATH=. python -m pytest ../../tests/ -v --tb=short -x -m "not slow and not integration" $IGNORE_TESTS
+  cd apps/backend
+  # Tests to skip: graphiti (external deps), merge_file_tracker/service_orchestrator/worktree/workspace (Windows path/git issues)
+  IGNORE_TESTS="--ignore=../../tests/test_graphiti.py --ignore=../../tests/test_merge_file_tracker.py --ignore=../../tests/test_service_orchestrator.py --ignore=../../tests/test_worktree.py --ignore=../../tests/test_workspace.py"
+  if [ -d ".venv" ]; then
+    # Use venv if it exists
+    if [ -f ".venv/bin/pytest" ]; then
+      PYTHONPATH=. .venv/bin/pytest ../../tests/ -v --tb=short -x -m "not slow and not integration" $IGNORE_TESTS
+    elif [ -f ".venv/Scripts/pytest.exe" ]; then
+      # Windows
+      PYTHONPATH=. .venv/Scripts/pytest.exe ../../tests/ -v --tb=short -x -m "not slow and not integration" $IGNORE_TESTS
     else
-      echo "Warning: No .venv found in apps/backend, using system Python"
       PYTHONPATH=. python -m pytest ../../tests/ -v --tb=short -x -m "not slow and not integration" $IGNORE_TESTS
     fi
-  )
+  else
+    PYTHONPATH=. python -m pytest ../../tests/ -v --tb=short -x -m "not slow and not integration" $IGNORE_TESTS
+  fi
   if [ $? -ne 0 ]; then
     echo "Python tests failed. Please fix failing tests before committing."
     exit 1
   fi
+  cd ../..
 
   echo "Backend checks passed!"
 fi
@@ -226,86 +124,37 @@ fi
 # Check if there are staged files in apps/frontend
 if git diff --cached --name-only | grep -q "^apps/frontend/"; then
   echo "Frontend changes detected, running frontend checks..."
+  cd apps/frontend
 
-  # Detect if we're in a worktree and check if dependencies are available
-  IS_WORKTREE=false
-  DEPS_AVAILABLE=true
+  # Run lint-staged (handles staged .ts/.tsx files)
+  npm exec lint-staged
 
-  if [ -f ".git" ]; then
-    # .git is a file (not directory) in worktrees
-    IS_WORKTREE=true
-    echo "Detected git worktree environment"
+  # Run TypeScript type check
+  echo "Running type check..."
+  npm run typecheck
+  if [ $? -ne 0 ]; then
+    echo "Type check failed. Please fix TypeScript errors before committing."
+    exit 1
   fi
 
-  # Check if node_modules has actual dependencies by looking for a known package
-  # @lydell/node-pty is required for terminal code and is a common source of TypeScript errors
-  # It may be in root node_modules (hoisted) or apps/frontend/node_modules
-  # Note: -d follows symlinks automatically, so this works for both real dirs and symlinks
-  # We check for the full package path (@lydell/node-pty) rather than just the namespace
-  # for precise detection - ensures the actual dependency is installed, not just any @lydell package
-  if [ ! -d "node_modules/@lydell/node-pty" ] && [ ! -d "apps/frontend/node_modules/@lydell/node-pty" ]; then
-    DEPS_AVAILABLE=false
+  # Run linting
+  echo "Running lint..."
+  npm run lint
+  if [ $? -ne 0 ]; then
+    echo "Lint failed. Run 'npm run lint:fix' to auto-fix issues."
+    exit 1
   fi
 
-  if [ "$DEPS_AVAILABLE" = false ]; then
-    if [ "$IS_WORKTREE" = true ]; then
-      # In worktree without dependencies - warn but allow commit
-      echo ""
-      echo "⚠️  WARNING: node_modules not available in this worktree."
-      echo "   TypeScript and lint checks will be skipped."
-      echo "   This is expected for auto-claude worktrees."
-      echo "   Full validation will occur when PR is created/merged."
-      echo ""
-    else
-      # Main repo without dependencies - this is an error
-      echo "Error: node_modules not found. Run 'npm install' first."
-      exit 1
-    fi
-  else
-    # Dependencies available - run full frontend checks
-    # Use subshell to isolate directory changes and prevent worktree corruption
-    (
-      cd apps/frontend
-
-      # Run lint-staged (handles staged .ts/.tsx files)
-      npm exec lint-staged
-      if [ $? -ne 0 ]; then
-        echo "lint-staged failed. Please fix linting errors before committing."
-        exit 1
-      fi
-
-      # Run TypeScript type check
-      echo "Running type check..."
-      npm run typecheck
-      if [ $? -ne 0 ]; then
-        echo "Type check failed. Please fix TypeScript errors before committing."
-        exit 1
-      fi
-
-      # Run linting
-      echo "Running lint..."
-      npm run lint
-      if [ $? -ne 0 ]; then
-        echo "Lint failed. Run 'npm run lint:fix' to auto-fix issues."
-        exit 1
-      fi
-
-      # Check for vulnerabilities (only critical severity)
-      # Note: Using critical level because electron-builder has a known high-severity
-      # tar vulnerability (CVE-2026-23745) that cannot be fixed until electron-builder
-      # releases an update with tar@7.x support. This is a build dependency, not runtime.
-      echo "Checking for vulnerabilities..."
-      npm audit --audit-level=critical
-      if [ $? -ne 0 ]; then
-        echo "Critical severity vulnerabilities found. Run 'npm audit fix' to resolve."
-        exit 1
-      fi
-    )
-    if [ $? -ne 0 ]; then
-      exit 1
-    fi
-    echo "Frontend checks passed!"
+  # Check for vulnerabilities (only high severity)
+  echo "Checking for vulnerabilities..."
+  npm audit --audit-level=high
+  if [ $? -ne 0 ]; then
+    echo "High severity vulnerabilities found. Run 'npm audit fix' to resolve."
+    exit 1
   fi
+
+  cd ../..
+  echo "Frontend checks passed!"
 fi
 
 echo "All pre-commit checks passed!"

.pre-commit-config.yaml

@@ -1,6 +1,5 @@
 repos:
   # Version sync - propagate root package.json version to all files
-  # NOTE: Skip in worktrees - version sync modifies root files which don't exist in worktree
   - repo: local
     hooks:
       - id: version-sync
@@ -9,12 +8,6 @@ repos:
         args:
           - -c
           - |
-            # Skip in worktrees - .git is a file pointing to main repo, not a directory
-            # Version sync modifies root-level files that may not exist in worktree context
-            if [ -f ".git" ]; then
-              echo "Skipping version-sync in worktree (root files not accessible)"
-              exit 0
-            fi
             VERSION=$(node -p "require('./package.json').version")
             if [ -n "$VERSION" ]; then
 
@@ -32,41 +25,14 @@ repos:
               # Sync to apps/backend/__init__.py
               sed -i.bak "s/__version__ = \"[^\"]*\"/__version__ = \"$VERSION\"/" apps/backend/__init__.py && rm -f apps/backend/__init__.py.bak
 
-              # Sync to README.md - section-aware updates (stable vs beta)
+              # Sync to README.md - shields.io version badge (text and URL)
               ESCAPED_VERSION=$(echo "$VERSION" | sed 's/-/--/g')
+              sed -i.bak -e "s/version-[0-9]*\.[0-9]*\.[0-9]*\(-\{1,2\}[a-z]*\.[0-9]*\)*-blue/version-$ESCAPED_VERSION-blue/g" -e "s|releases/tag/v[0-9.a-z-]*)|releases/tag/v$VERSION)|g" README.md
 
-              # Detect if this is a prerelease (contains - after base version)
-              if echo "$VERSION" | grep -q '-'; then
-                # PRERELEASE: Update only beta sections
-                echo "  Detected PRERELEASE version: $VERSION"
-
-                # Update beta version badge (orange)
-                sed -i.bak "s/beta-[0-9]*\.[0-9]*\.[0-9]*\(--[a-z]*\.[0-9]*\)*-orange/beta-$ESCAPED_VERSION-orange/g" README.md
-
-                # Update beta version badge link
-                sed -i.bak '/<!-- BETA_VERSION_BADGE -->/,/<!-- BETA_VERSION_BADGE_END -->/s|releases/tag/v[0-9.a-z-]*)|releases/tag/v'"$VERSION"')|g' README.md
-
-                # Update beta download links (within BETA_DOWNLOADS section only)
-                for SUFFIX in "win32-x64.exe" "darwin-arm64.dmg" "darwin-x64.dmg" "linux-x86_64.AppImage" "linux-amd64.deb" "linux-x86_64.flatpak"; do
-                  sed -i.bak '/<!-- BETA_DOWNLOADS -->/,/<!-- BETA_DOWNLOADS_END -->/{s|Auto-Claude-[0-9.a-z-]*-'"$SUFFIX"'](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/download/v[^/]*/Auto-Claude-[^)]*-'"$SUFFIX"')|Auto-Claude-'"$VERSION"'-'"$SUFFIX"'](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/download/v'"$VERSION"'/Auto-Claude-'"$VERSION"'-'"$SUFFIX"')|g}' README.md
-                done
-              else
-                # STABLE: Update stable sections and top badge
-                echo "  Detected STABLE version: $VERSION"
-
-                # Update top version badge (blue)
-                sed -i.bak '/<!-- TOP_VERSION_BADGE -->/,/<!-- TOP_VERSION_BADGE_END -->/s/version-[0-9]*\.[0-9]*\.[0-9]*\(--[a-z]*\.[0-9]*\)*-blue/version-'"$ESCAPED_VERSION"'-blue/g' README.md
-                sed -i.bak '/<!-- TOP_VERSION_BADGE -->/,/<!-- TOP_VERSION_BADGE_END -->/s|releases/tag/v[0-9.a-z-]*)|releases/tag/v'"$VERSION"')|g' README.md
-
-                # Update stable version badge (blue)
-                sed -i.bak '/<!-- STABLE_VERSION_BADGE -->/,/<!-- STABLE_VERSION_BADGE_END -->/s/stable-[0-9]*\.[0-9]*\.[0-9]*\(--[a-z]*\.[0-9]*\)*-blue/stable-'"$ESCAPED_VERSION"'-blue/g' README.md
-                sed -i.bak '/<!-- STABLE_VERSION_BADGE -->/,/<!-- STABLE_VERSION_BADGE_END -->/s|releases/tag/v[0-9.a-z-]*)|releases/tag/v'"$VERSION"')|g' README.md
-
-                # Update stable download links (within STABLE_DOWNLOADS section only)
-                for SUFFIX in "win32-x64.exe" "darwin-arm64.dmg" "darwin-x64.dmg" "linux-x86_64.AppImage" "linux-amd64.deb"; do
-                  sed -i.bak '/<!-- STABLE_DOWNLOADS -->/,/<!-- STABLE_DOWNLOADS_END -->/{s|Auto-Claude-[0-9.a-z-]*-'"$SUFFIX"'](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/download/v[^/]*/Auto-Claude-[^)]*-'"$SUFFIX"')|Auto-Claude-'"$VERSION"'-'"$SUFFIX"'](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/download/v'"$VERSION"'/Auto-Claude-'"$VERSION"'-'"$SUFFIX"')|g}' README.md
-                done
-              fi
+              # Sync to README.md - download links with correct filenames and URLs
+              for SUFFIX in "win32-x64.exe" "darwin-arm64.dmg" "darwin-x64.dmg" "linux-x86_64.AppImage" "linux-amd64.deb"; do
+                sed -i.bak "s|Auto-Claude-[0-9.a-z-]*-${SUFFIX}](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/download/v[^/]*/Auto-Claude-[^)]*-${SUFFIX})|Auto-Claude-${VERSION}-${SUFFIX}](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/download/v${VERSION}/Auto-Claude-${VERSION}-${SUFFIX})|g" README.md
+              done
               rm -f README.md.bak
 
               # Stage changes
@@ -76,17 +42,6 @@ repos:
         files: ^package\.json$
         pass_filenames: false
 
-  # Python encoding check - prevent regression of UTF-8 encoding fixes (PR #782)
-  - repo: local
-    hooks:
-      - id: check-file-encoding
-        name: Check file encoding parameters
-        entry: python scripts/check_encoding.py
-        language: system
-        types: [python]
-        files: ^apps/backend/
-        description: Ensures all file operations specify encoding="utf-8"
-
   # Python linting (apps/backend/)
   - repo: https://github.com/astral-sh/ruff-pre-commit
     rev: v0.14.10
@@ -99,7 +54,6 @@ repos:
 
   # Python tests (apps/backend/) - skip slow/integration tests for pre-commit speed
   # Tests to skip: graphiti (external deps), merge_file_tracker/service_orchestrator/worktree/workspace (Windows path/git issues)
-  # NOTE: Skip this hook in worktrees (where .git is a file, not a directory)
   - repo: local
     hooks:
       - id: pytest
@@ -108,12 +62,6 @@ repos:
         args:
           - -c
           - |
-            # Skip in worktrees - .git is a file pointing to main repo, not a directory
-            # This prevents path resolution issues with ../../tests/ in worktree context
-            if [ -f ".git" ]; then
-              echo "Skipping pytest in worktree (path resolution would fail)"
-              exit 0
-            fi
             cd apps/backend
             if [ -f ".venv/bin/pytest" ]; then
               PYTEST_CMD=".venv/bin/pytest"
@@ -137,38 +85,19 @@ repos:
         files: ^(apps/backend/.*\.py$|tests/.*\.py$)
         pass_filenames: false
 
-  # Frontend linting (apps/frontend/) - Biome is 15-25x faster than ESLint
-  # NOTE: These hooks check for worktree context to avoid npm/node_modules issues
+  # Frontend linting (apps/frontend/)
   - repo: local
     hooks:
-      - id: biome
-        name: Biome (lint + format)
-        entry: bash
-        args:
-          - -c
-          - |
-            # Skip in worktrees if node_modules doesn't exist (Biome not installed)
-            if [ -f ".git" ] && [ ! -d "apps/frontend/node_modules" ]; then
-              echo "Skipping Biome in worktree (node_modules not found)"
-              exit 0
-            fi
-            cd apps/frontend && npx biome check --write --no-errors-on-unmatched .
+      - id: eslint
+        name: ESLint
+        entry: bash -c 'cd apps/frontend && npm run lint'
         language: system
-        files: ^apps/frontend/.*\.(ts|tsx|js|jsx|json)$
+        files: ^apps/frontend/.*\.(ts|tsx|js|jsx)$
         pass_filenames: false
 
       - id: typecheck
         name: TypeScript Check
-        entry: bash
-        args:
-          - -c
-          - |
-            # Skip in worktrees if node_modules doesn't exist (dependencies not installed)
-            if [ -f ".git" ] && [ ! -d "apps/frontend/node_modules" ]; then
-              echo "Skipping TypeScript check in worktree (node_modules not found)"
-              exit 0
-            fi
-            cd apps/frontend && npm run typecheck
+        entry: bash -c 'cd apps/frontend && npm run typecheck'
         language: system
         files: ^apps/frontend/.*\.(ts|tsx)$
         pass_filenames: false

CLAUDE.md

@@ -1,339 +1,498 @@
 # CLAUDE.md
 
-This file provides guidance to Claude Code when working with this repository.
+This file provides guidance to Claude Code (claude.ai/code) when working with code in this repository.
 
-Auto Claude is an autonomous multi-agent coding framework that plans, builds, and validates software for you. It's a monorepo with a Python backend (CLI + agent logic) and an Electron/React frontend (desktop UI).
+## Project Overview
 
-> **Deep-dive reference:** [ARCHITECTURE.md](shared_docs/ARCHITECTURE.md) | **Frontend contributing:** [apps/frontend/CONTRIBUTING.md](apps/frontend/CONTRIBUTING.md)
+Auto Claude is a multi-agent autonomous coding framework that builds software through coordinated AI agent sessions. It uses the Claude Agent SDK to run agents in isolated workspaces with security controls.
 
-## Product Overview
-
-Auto Claude is a desktop application (+ CLI) where users describe a goal and AI agents autonomously handle planning, implementation, and QA validation. All work happens in isolated git worktrees so the main branch stays safe.
-
-**Core workflow:** User creates a task → Spec creation pipeline assesses complexity and writes a specification → Planner agent breaks it into subtasks → Coder agent implements (can spawn parallel subagents) → QA reviewer validates → QA fixer resolves issues → User reviews and merges.
-
-**Main features:**
-
-- **Autonomous Tasks** — Multi-agent pipeline (planner, coder, QA) that builds features end-to-end
-- **Kanban Board** — Visual task management from planning through completion
-- **Agent Terminals** — Up to 12 parallel AI-powered terminals with task context injection
-- **Insights** — AI chat interface for exploring and understanding your codebase
-- **Roadmap** — AI-assisted feature planning with strategic roadmap generation
-- **Ideation** — Discover improvements, performance issues, and security vulnerabilities
-- **GitHub/GitLab Integration** — Import issues, AI-powered investigation, PR/MR review and creation
-- **Changelog** — Generate release notes from completed tasks
-- **Memory System** — Graphiti-based knowledge graph retains insights across sessions
-- **Isolated Workspaces** — Git worktree isolation for every build; AI-powered semantic merge
-- **Flexible Authentication** — Use a Claude Code subscription (OAuth) or API profiles with any Anthropic-compatible endpoint (e.g., Anthropic API, z.ai for GLM models)
-- **Multi-Account Swapping** — Register multiple Claude accounts; when one hits a rate limit, Auto Claude automatically switches to an available account
-- **Cross-Platform** — Native desktop app for Windows, macOS, and Linux with auto-updates
-
-## Critical Rules
-
-**Claude Agent SDK only** — All AI interactions use `claude-agent-sdk`. NEVER use `anthropic.Anthropic()` directly. Always use `create_client()` from `core.client`.
-
-**i18n required** — All frontend user-facing text MUST use `react-i18next` translation keys. Never hardcode strings in JSX/TSX. Add keys to both `en/*.json` and `fr/*.json`.
-
-**Platform abstraction** — Never use `process.platform` directly. Import from `apps/frontend/src/main/platform/` or `apps/backend/core/platform/`. CI tests all three platforms.
-
-**No time estimates** — Never provide duration predictions. Use priority-based ordering instead.
-
-**PR target** — Always target the `develop` branch for PRs to AndyMik90/Auto-Claude, NOT `main`.
-
-## Memory (claude-mem)
-
-This project uses claude-mem for persistent memory across sessions. MCP search tools are available — use them proactively:
-
-- **Before modifying code** — Search for past work on the same files/features: `search(query="<file or feature>")`. Check if there are known bugs, decisions, or patterns to follow.
-- **When debugging** — Search for prior encounters with the same error or symptom: `search(query="<error message>", type="bugfix")`.
-- **When making architectural decisions** — Check for past decisions: `search(query="<topic>", type="decision")`.
-- **When resuming work** — Use `timeline(anchor=<recent_id>)` to understand where things left off.
-
-Follow the 3-layer workflow: `search` (cheap index) → `timeline` (context) → `get_observations` (full details only for relevant IDs). Never fetch full details without filtering first.
+**CRITICAL: All AI interactions use the Claude Agent SDK (`claude-agent-sdk` package), NOT the Anthropic API directly.**
 
 ## Project Structure
 
 ```
 autonomous-coding/
 ├── apps/
-│   ├── backend/                 # Python backend/CLI — ALL agent logic
-│   │   ├── core/                # client.py, auth.py, worktree.py, platform/
-│   │   ├── security/            # Command allowlisting, validators, hooks
-│   │   ├── agents/              # planner, coder, session management
-│   │   ├── qa/                  # reviewer, fixer, loop, criteria
-│   │   ├── spec/                # Spec creation pipeline
-│   │   ├── cli/                 # CLI commands (spec, build, workspace, QA)
-│   │   ├── context/             # Task context building, semantic search
-│   │   ├── runners/             # Standalone runners (spec, roadmap, insights, github)
-│   │   ├── services/            # Background services, recovery orchestration
-│   │   ├── integrations/        # graphiti/, linear, github
-│   │   ├── project/             # Project analysis, security profiles
-│   │   ├── merge/               # Intent-aware semantic merge for parallel agents
-│   │   └── prompts/             # Agent system prompts (.md)
-│   └── frontend/                # Electron desktop UI
-│       └── src/
-│           ├── main/            # Electron main process
-│           │   ├── agent/       # Agent queue, process, state, events
-│           │   ├── claude-profile/ # Multi-profile credentials, token refresh, usage
-│           │   ├── terminal/    # PTY daemon, lifecycle, Claude integration
-│           │   ├── platform/    # Cross-platform abstraction
-│           │   ├── ipc-handlers/# 40+ handler modules by domain
-│           │   ├── services/    # SDK session recovery, profile service
-│           │   └── changelog/   # Changelog generation and formatting
-│           ├── preload/         # Electron preload scripts (electronAPI bridge)
-│           ├── renderer/        # React UI
-│           │   ├── components/  # UI components (onboarding, settings, task, terminal, github, etc.)
-│           │   ├── stores/      # 24+ Zustand state stores
-│           │   ├── contexts/    # React contexts (ViewStateContext)
-│           │   ├── hooks/       # Custom hooks (useIpc, useTerminal, etc.)
-│           │   ├── styles/      # CSS / Tailwind styles
-│           │   └── App.tsx      # Root component
-│           ├── shared/          # Shared types, i18n, constants, utils
-│           │   ├── i18n/locales/# en/*.json, fr/*.json
-│           │   ├── constants/   # themes.ts, etc.
-│           │   ├── types/       # 19+ type definition files
-│           │   └── utils/       # ANSI sanitizer, shell escape, provider detection
-│           └── types/           # TypeScript type definitions
-├── guides/                      # Documentation
-├── tests/                       # Backend test suite
-└── scripts/                     # Build and utility scripts
+│   ├── backend/           # Python backend/CLI - ALL agent logic lives here
+│   │   ├── core/          # Client, auth, security
+│   │   ├── agents/        # Agent implementations
+│   │   ├── spec_agents/   # Spec creation agents
+│   │   ├── integrations/  # Graphiti, Linear, GitHub
+│   │   └── prompts/       # Agent system prompts
+│   └── frontend/          # Electron desktop UI
+├── guides/                # Documentation
+├── tests/                 # Test suite
+└── scripts/               # Build and utility scripts
 ```
 
-## Commands Quick Reference
+**When working with AI/LLM code:**
+- Look in `apps/backend/core/client.py` for the Claude SDK client setup
+- Reference `apps/backend/agents/` for working agent implementations
+- Check `apps/backend/spec_agents/` for spec creation agent examples
+- NEVER use `anthropic.Anthropic()` directly - always use `create_client()` from `core.client`
+
+**Frontend (Electron Desktop App):**
+- Built with Electron, React, TypeScript
+- AI agents can perform E2E testing using the Electron MCP server
+- When bug fixing or implementing features, use the Electron MCP server for automated testing
+- See "End-to-End Testing" section below for details
+
+## Commands
 
 ### Setup
+
+**Requirements:**
+- Python 3.12+ (required for backend)
+- Node.js (for frontend)
+
 ```bash
-npm run install:all              # Install all dependencies from root
-# Or separately:
+# Install all dependencies from root
+npm run install:all
+
+# Or install separately:
+# Backend (from apps/backend/)
 cd apps/backend && uv venv && uv pip install -r requirements.txt
+
+# Frontend (from apps/frontend/)
 cd apps/frontend && npm install
+
+# Set up OAuth token
+claude setup-token
+# Add to apps/backend/.env: CLAUDE_CODE_OAUTH_TOKEN=your-token
 ```
 
-### Backend
+### Creating and Running Specs
 ```bash
 cd apps/backend
-python spec_runner.py --interactive            # Create spec interactively
-python spec_runner.py --task "description"      # Create from task
-python run.py --spec 001                        # Run autonomous build
-python run.py --spec 001 --qa                   # Run QA validation
-python run.py --spec 001 --merge                # Merge completed build
-python run.py --list                            # List all specs
+
+# Create a spec interactively
+python spec_runner.py --interactive
+
+# Create spec from task description
+python spec_runner.py --task "Add user authentication"
+
+# Force complexity level (simple/standard/complex)
+python spec_runner.py --task "Fix button" --complexity simple
+
+# Run autonomous build
+python run.py --spec 001
+
+# List all specs
+python run.py --list
 ```
 
-### Frontend
+### Workspace Management
 ```bash
-cd apps/frontend
-npm run dev              # Dev mode (Electron + Vite HMR)
-npm run build            # Production build
-npm run test             # Vitest unit tests
-npm run test:watch       # Vitest watch mode
-npm run lint             # Biome check
-npm run lint:fix         # Biome auto-fix
-npm run typecheck        # TypeScript strict check
-npm run package          # Package for distribution
+cd apps/backend
+
+# Review changes in isolated worktree
+python run.py --spec 001 --review
+
+# Merge completed build into project
+python run.py --spec 001 --merge
+
+# Discard build
+python run.py --spec 001 --discard
+```
+
+### QA Validation
+```bash
+cd apps/backend
+
+# Run QA manually
+python run.py --spec 001 --qa
+
+# Check QA status
+python run.py --spec 001 --qa-status
 ```
 
 ### Testing
+```bash
+# Install test dependencies (required first time)
+cd apps/backend && uv pip install -r ../../tests/requirements-test.txt
 
-| Stack | Command | Tool |
-|-------|---------|------|
-| Backend | `apps/backend/.venv/bin/pytest tests/ -v` | pytest |
-| Frontend unit | `cd apps/frontend && npm test` | Vitest |
-| Frontend E2E | `cd apps/frontend && npm run test:e2e` | Playwright |
-| All backend | `npm run test:backend` (from root) | pytest |
+# Run all tests (use virtual environment pytest)
+apps/backend/.venv/bin/pytest tests/ -v
+
+# Run single test file
+apps/backend/.venv/bin/pytest tests/test_security.py -v
+
+# Run specific test
+apps/backend/.venv/bin/pytest tests/test_security.py::test_bash_command_validation -v
+
+# Skip slow tests
+apps/backend/.venv/bin/pytest tests/ -m "not slow"
+
+# Or from root
+npm run test:backend
+```
+
+### Spec Validation
+```bash
+python apps/backend/validate_spec.py --spec-dir apps/backend/specs/001-feature --checkpoint all
+```
 
 ### Releases
 ```bash
-node scripts/bump-version.js patch|minor|major  # Bump version
-git push && gh pr create --base main             # PR to main triggers release
+# 1. Bump version on your branch (creates commit, no tag)
+node scripts/bump-version.js patch   # 2.8.0 -> 2.8.1
+node scripts/bump-version.js minor   # 2.8.0 -> 2.9.0
+node scripts/bump-version.js major   # 2.8.0 -> 3.0.0
+
+# 2. Push and create PR to main
+git push origin your-branch
+gh pr create --base main
+
+# 3. Merge PR → GitHub Actions automatically:
+#    - Creates tag
+#    - Builds all platforms
+#    - Creates release with changelog
+#    - Updates README
 ```
 
-See [RELEASE.md](RELEASE.md) for full release process.
+See [RELEASE.md](RELEASE.md) for detailed release process documentation.
 
-## Backend Development
+## Architecture
 
-### Claude Agent SDK Usage
+### Core Pipeline
 
-Client: `apps/backend/core/client.py` — `create_client()` returns a configured `ClaudeSDKClient` with security hooks, tool permissions, and MCP server integration.
+**Spec Creation (spec_runner.py)** - Dynamic 3-8 phase pipeline based on task complexity:
+- SIMPLE (3 phases): Discovery → Quick Spec → Validate
+- STANDARD (6-7 phases): Discovery → Requirements → [Research] → Context → Spec → Plan → Validate
+- COMPLEX (8 phases): Full pipeline with Research and Self-Critique phases
 
-Model and thinking level are user-configurable (via the Electron UI settings or CLI override). Use `phase_config.py` helpers to resolve the correct values:
+**Implementation (run.py → agent.py)** - Multi-session build:
+1. Planner Agent creates subtask-based implementation plan
+2. Coder Agent implements subtasks (can spawn subagents for parallel work)
+3. QA Reviewer validates acceptance criteria (can perform E2E testing via Electron MCP for frontend changes)
+4. QA Fixer resolves issues in a loop (with E2E testing to verify fixes)
 
-```python
-from core.client import create_client
-from phase_config import get_phase_model, get_phase_thinking_budget
+### Key Components (apps/backend/)
 
-# Resolve model/thinking from user settings (Electron UI or CLI override)
-phase_model = get_phase_model(spec_dir, "coding", cli_model=None)
-phase_thinking = get_phase_thinking_budget(spec_dir, "coding", cli_thinking=None)
+**Core Infrastructure:**
+- **core/client.py** - Claude Agent SDK client factory with security hooks and tool permissions
+- **core/security.py** - Dynamic command allowlisting based on detected project stack
+- **core/auth.py** - OAuth token management for Claude SDK authentication
+- **agents/** - Agent implementations (planner, coder, qa_reviewer, qa_fixer)
+- **spec_agents/** - Spec creation agents (gatherer, researcher, writer, critic)
 
-client = create_client(
-    project_dir=project_dir,
-    spec_dir=spec_dir,
-    model=phase_model,
-    agent_type="coder",          # planner | coder | qa_reviewer | qa_fixer
-    max_thinking_tokens=phase_thinking,
-)
+**Memory & Context:**
+- **integrations/graphiti/** - Graphiti memory system (mandatory)
+  - `queries_pkg/graphiti.py` - Main GraphitiMemory class
+  - `queries_pkg/client.py` - LadybugDB client wrapper
+  - `queries_pkg/queries.py` - Graph query operations
+  - `queries_pkg/search.py` - Semantic search logic
+  - `queries_pkg/schema.py` - Graph schema definitions
+- **graphiti_config.py** - Configuration and validation for Graphiti integration
+- **graphiti_providers.py** - Multi-provider factory (OpenAI, Anthropic, Azure, Ollama, Google AI)
+- **agents/memory_manager.py** - Session memory orchestration
 
-# Run agent session (uses context manager + run_agent_session helper)
-async with client:
-    status, response = await run_agent_session(client, prompt, spec_dir)
-```
+**Workspace & Security:**
+- **cli/worktree.py** - Git worktree isolation for safe feature development
+- **context/project_analyzer.py** - Project stack detection for dynamic tooling
+- **auto_claude_tools.py** - Custom MCP tools integration
 
-Working examples: `agents/planner.py`, `agents/coder.py`, `qa/reviewer.py`, `qa/fixer.py`, `spec/`
+**Integrations:**
+- **linear_updater.py** - Optional Linear integration for progress tracking
+- **runners/github/** - GitHub Issues & PRs automation
+- **Electron MCP** - E2E testing integration for QA agents (Chrome DevTools Protocol)
+  - Enabled with `ELECTRON_MCP_ENABLED=true` in `.env`
+  - Allows QA agents to interact with running Electron app
+  - See "End-to-End Testing" section for details
 
-### Agent Prompts (`apps/backend/prompts/`)
+### Agent Prompts (apps/backend/prompts/)
 
 | Prompt | Purpose |
 |--------|---------|
-| planner.md | Implementation plan with subtasks |
-| coder.md / coder_recovery.md | Subtask implementation / recovery |
-| qa_reviewer.md / qa_fixer.md | Acceptance validation / issue fixes |
-| spec_gatherer/researcher/writer/critic.md | Spec creation pipeline |
+| planner.md | Creates implementation plan with subtasks |
+| coder.md | Implements individual subtasks |
+| coder_recovery.md | Recovers from stuck/failed subtasks |
+| qa_reviewer.md | Validates acceptance criteria |
+| qa_fixer.md | Fixes QA-reported issues |
+| spec_gatherer.md | Collects user requirements |
+| spec_researcher.md | Validates external integrations |
+| spec_writer.md | Creates spec.md document |
+| spec_critic.md | Self-critique using ultrathink |
 | complexity_assessor.md | AI-based complexity assessment |
 
 ### Spec Directory Structure
 
-Each spec in `.auto-claude/specs/XXX-name/` contains: `spec.md`, `requirements.json`, `context.json`, `implementation_plan.json`, `qa_report.md`, `QA_FIX_REQUEST.md`
+Each spec in `.auto-claude/specs/XXX-name/` contains:
+- `spec.md` - Feature specification
+- `requirements.json` - Structured user requirements
+- `context.json` - Discovered codebase context
+- `implementation_plan.json` - Subtask-based plan with status tracking
+- `qa_report.md` - QA validation results
+- `QA_FIX_REQUEST.md` - Issues to fix (when rejected)
 
-### Memory System (Graphiti)
+### Branching & Worktree Strategy
 
-Graph-based semantic memory in `integrations/graphiti/`. Configured through the Electron app's onboarding/settings UI (CLI users can alternatively set `GRAPHITI_ENABLED=true` in `.env`). See [ARCHITECTURE.md](shared_docs/ARCHITECTURE.md#memory-system) for details.
+Auto Claude uses git worktrees for isolated builds. All branches stay LOCAL until user explicitly pushes:
 
-## Frontend Development
-
-### Tech Stack
-
-React 19, TypeScript (strict), Electron 39, Zustand 5, Tailwind CSS v4, Radix UI, xterm.js 6, Vite 7, Vitest 4, Biome 2, Motion (Framer Motion)
-
-### Path Aliases (tsconfig.json)
-
-| Alias | Maps to |
-|-------|---------|
-| `@/*` | `src/renderer/*` |
-| `@shared/*` | `src/shared/*` |
-| `@preload/*` | `src/preload/*` |
-| `@features/*` | `src/renderer/features/*` |
-| `@components/*` | `src/renderer/shared/components/*` |
-| `@hooks/*` | `src/renderer/shared/hooks/*` |
-| `@lib/*` | `src/renderer/shared/lib/*` |
-
-### State Management (Zustand)
-
-All state lives in `src/renderer/stores/`. Key stores:
-
-- `project-store.ts` — Active project, project list
-- `task-store.ts` — Tasks/specs management
-- `terminal-store.ts` — Terminal sessions and state
-- `settings-store.ts` — User preferences
-- `github/issues-store.ts`, `github/pr-review-store.ts` — GitHub integration
-- `insights-store.ts`, `roadmap-store.ts`, `kanban-settings-store.ts`
-
-Main process also has stores: `src/main/project-store.ts`, `src/main/terminal-session-store.ts`
-
-### Styling
-
-- **Tailwind CSS v4** with `@tailwindcss/postcss` plugin
-- **7 color themes** (Default, Dusk, Lime, Ocean, Retro, Neo + more) defined in `src/shared/constants/themes.ts`
-- Each theme has light/dark mode variants via CSS custom properties
-- Utility: `clsx` + `tailwind-merge` via `cn()` helper
-- Component variants: `class-variance-authority` (CVA)
-
-### IPC Communication
-
-Main ↔ Renderer communication via Electron IPC:
-- **Handlers:** `src/main/ipc-handlers/` — organized by domain (github, gitlab, ideation, context, etc.)
-- **Preload:** `src/preload/` — exposes safe APIs to renderer
-- Pattern: renderer calls via `window.electronAPI.*`, main handles in IPC handler modules
-
-### Agent Management (`src/main/agent/`)
-
-The frontend manages agent lifecycle end-to-end:
-- **`agent-queue.ts`** — Queue routing, prioritization, spec number locking
-- **`agent-process.ts`** — Spawns and manages agent subprocess communication
-- **`agent-state.ts`** — Tracks running agent state and status
-- **`agent-events.ts`** — Agent lifecycle events and state transitions
-
-### Claude Profile System (`src/main/claude-profile/`)
-
-Multi-profile credential management for switching between Claude accounts:
-- **`credential-utils.ts`** — OS credential storage (Keychain/Windows Credential Manager)
-- **`token-refresh.ts`** — OAuth token lifecycle and automatic refresh
-- **`usage-monitor.ts`** — API usage tracking and rate limiting per profile
-- **`profile-scorer.ts`** — Scores profiles by usage and availability
-
-### Terminal System (`src/main/terminal/`)
-
-Full PTY-based terminal integration:
-- **`pty-daemon.ts`** / **`pty-manager.ts`** — Background PTY process management
-- **`terminal-lifecycle.ts`** — Session creation, cleanup, event handling
-- **`claude-integration-handler.ts`** — Claude SDK integration within terminals
-- Renderer: xterm.js 6 with WebGL, fit, web-links, serialize addons. Store: `terminal-store.ts`
-
-## Code Quality
-
-### Frontend
-- **Linting:** Biome (`npm run lint` / `npm run lint:fix`)
-- **Type checking:** `npm run typecheck` (strict mode)
-- **Pre-commit:** Husky + lint-staged runs Biome on staged `.ts/.tsx/.js/.jsx/.json`
-- **Testing:** Vitest + React Testing Library + jsdom
-
-### Backend
-- **Linting:** Ruff
-- **Testing:** pytest (`apps/backend/.venv/bin/pytest tests/ -v`)
-
-## i18n Guidelines
-
-All frontend UI text uses `react-i18next`. Translation files: `apps/frontend/src/shared/i18n/locales/{en,fr}/*.json`
-
-**Namespaces:** `common`, `navigation`, `settings`, `dialogs`, `tasks`, `errors`, `onboarding`, `welcome`
-
-```tsx
-import { useTranslation } from 'react-i18next';
-const { t } = useTranslation(['navigation', 'common']);
-
-<span>{t('navigation:items.githubPRs')}</span>     // CORRECT
-<span>GitHub PRs</span>                             // WRONG
-
-// With interpolation:
-<span>{t('errors:task.parseError', { error })}</span>
+```
+main (user's branch)
+└── auto-claude/{spec-name}  ← spec branch (isolated worktree)
 ```
 
-When adding new UI text: add keys to ALL language files, use `namespace:section.key` format.
+**Key principles:**
+- ONE branch per spec (`auto-claude/{spec-name}`)
+- Parallel work uses subagents (agent decides when to spawn)
+- NO automatic pushes to GitHub - user controls when to push
+- User reviews in spec worktree (`.worktrees/{spec-name}/`)
+- Final merge: spec branch → main (after user approval)
 
-## Cross-Platform
+**Workflow:**
+1. Build runs in isolated worktree on spec branch
+2. Agent implements subtasks (can spawn subagents for parallel work)
+3. User tests feature in `.worktrees/{spec-name}/`
+4. User runs `--merge` to add to their project
+5. User pushes to remote when ready
 
-Supports Windows, macOS, Linux. CI tests all three.
+### Contributing to Upstream
 
-**Platform modules:** `apps/frontend/src/main/platform/` and `apps/backend/core/platform/`
+**CRITICAL: When submitting PRs to AndyMik90/Auto-Claude, always target the `develop` branch, NOT `main`.**
 
-| Function | Purpose |
-|----------|---------|
-| `isWindows()` / `isMacOS()` / `isLinux()` | OS detection |
-| `getPathDelimiter()` | `;` (Win) or `:` (Unix) |
-| `findExecutable(name)` | Cross-platform executable lookup |
-| `requiresShell(command)` | `.cmd/.bat` shell detection (Win) |
+**Correct workflow for contributions:**
+1. Fetch upstream: `git fetch upstream`
+2. Create feature branch from upstream/develop: `git checkout -b fix/my-fix upstream/develop`
+3. Make changes and commit with sign-off: `git commit -s -m "fix: description"`
+4. Push to your fork: `git push origin fix/my-fix`
+5. Create PR targeting `develop`: `gh pr create --repo AndyMik90/Auto-Claude --base develop`
 
-Never hardcode paths. Use `findExecutable()` and `joinPaths()`. See [ARCHITECTURE.md](shared_docs/ARCHITECTURE.md#cross-platform-development) for extended guide.
+**Verify before PR:**
+```bash
+# Ensure only your commits are included
+git log --oneline upstream/develop..HEAD
+```
 
-## E2E Testing (Electron MCP)
+### Security Model
 
-QA agents can interact with the running Electron app via Chrome DevTools Protocol:
+Three-layer defense:
+1. **OS Sandbox** - Bash command isolation
+2. **Filesystem Permissions** - Operations restricted to project directory
+3. **Command Allowlist** - Dynamic allowlist from project analysis (security.py + project_analyzer.py)
 
-1. Start app: `npm run dev:debug` (debug mode for AI self-validation via Electron MCP)
-2. Set `ELECTRON_MCP_ENABLED=true` in `apps/backend/.env`
-3. Run QA: `python run.py --spec 001 --qa`
+Security profile cached in `.auto-claude-security.json`.
 
-Tools: `take_screenshot`, `click_by_text`, `fill_input`, `get_page_structure`, `send_keyboard_shortcut`, `eval`. See [ARCHITECTURE.md](shared_docs/ARCHITECTURE.md#end-to-end-testing) for full capabilities.
+### Claude Agent SDK Integration
+
+**CRITICAL: Auto Claude uses the Claude Agent SDK for ALL AI interactions. Never use the Anthropic API directly.**
+
+**Client Location:** `apps/backend/core/client.py`
+
+The `create_client()` function creates a configured `ClaudeSDKClient` instance with:
+- Multi-layered security (sandbox, permissions, security hooks)
+- Agent-specific tool permissions (planner, coder, qa_reviewer, qa_fixer)
+- Dynamic MCP server integration based on project capabilities
+- Extended thinking token budget control
+
+**Example usage in agents:**
+```python
+from core.client import create_client
+
+# Create SDK client (NOT raw Anthropic API client)
+client = create_client(
+    project_dir=project_dir,
+    spec_dir=spec_dir,
+    model="claude-sonnet-4-5-20250929",
+    agent_type="coder",
+    max_thinking_tokens=None  # or 5000/10000/16000
+)
+
+# Run agent session
+response = client.create_agent_session(
+    name="coder-agent-session",
+    starting_message="Implement the authentication feature"
+)
+```
+
+**Why use the SDK:**
+- Pre-configured security (sandbox, allowlists, hooks)
+- Automatic MCP server integration (Context7, Linear, Graphiti, Electron, Puppeteer)
+- Tool permissions based on agent role
+- Session management and recovery
+- Unified API across all agent types
+
+**Where to find working examples:**
+- `apps/backend/agents/planner.py` - Planner agent
+- `apps/backend/agents/coder.py` - Coder agent
+- `apps/backend/agents/qa_reviewer.py` - QA reviewer
+- `apps/backend/agents/qa_fixer.py` - QA fixer
+- `apps/backend/spec_agents/` - Spec creation agents
+
+### Memory System
+
+**Graphiti Memory (Mandatory)** - `integrations/graphiti/`
+
+Auto Claude uses Graphiti as its primary memory system with embedded LadybugDB (no Docker required):
+
+- **Graph database with semantic search** - Knowledge graph for cross-session context
+- **Session insights** - Patterns, gotchas, discoveries automatically extracted
+- **Multi-provider support:**
+  - LLM: OpenAI, Anthropic, Azure OpenAI, Ollama, Google AI (Gemini)
+  - Embedders: OpenAI, Voyage AI, Azure OpenAI, Ollama, Google AI
+- **Modular architecture:** (`integrations/graphiti/queries_pkg/`)
+  - `graphiti.py` - Main GraphitiMemory class
+  - `client.py` - LadybugDB client wrapper
+  - `queries.py` - Graph query operations
+  - `search.py` - Semantic search logic
+  - `schema.py` - Graph schema definitions
+
+**Configuration:**
+- Set provider credentials in `apps/backend/.env` (see `.env.example`)
+- Required env vars: `GRAPHITI_ENABLED=true`, `ANTHROPIC_API_KEY` or other provider keys
+- Memory data stored in `.auto-claude/specs/XXX/graphiti/`
+
+**Usage in agents:**
+```python
+from integrations.graphiti.memory import get_graphiti_memory
+
+memory = get_graphiti_memory(spec_dir, project_dir)
+context = memory.get_context_for_session("Implementing feature X")
+memory.add_session_insight("Pattern: use React hooks for state")
+```
+
+## Development Guidelines
+
+### Frontend Internationalization (i18n)
+
+**CRITICAL: Always use i18n translation keys for all user-facing text in the frontend.**
+
+The frontend uses `react-i18next` for internationalization. All labels, buttons, messages, and user-facing text MUST use translation keys.
+
+**Translation file locations:**
+- `apps/frontend/src/shared/i18n/locales/en/*.json` - English translations
+- `apps/frontend/src/shared/i18n/locales/fr/*.json` - French translations
+
+**Translation namespaces:**
+- `common.json` - Shared labels, buttons, common terms
+- `navigation.json` - Sidebar navigation items, sections
+- `settings.json` - Settings page content
+- `dialogs.json` - Dialog boxes and modals
+- `tasks.json` - Task/spec related content
+- `onboarding.json` - Onboarding wizard content
+- `welcome.json` - Welcome screen content
+
+**Usage pattern:**
+```tsx
+import { useTranslation } from 'react-i18next';
+
+// In component
+const { t } = useTranslation(['navigation', 'common']);
+
+// Use translation keys, NOT hardcoded strings
+<span>{t('navigation:items.githubPRs')}</span>  // ✅ CORRECT
+<span>GitHub PRs</span>                          // ❌ WRONG
+```
+
+**When adding new UI text:**
+1. Add the translation key to ALL language files (at minimum: `en/*.json` and `fr/*.json`)
+2. Use `namespace:section.key` format (e.g., `navigation:items.githubPRs`)
+3. Never use hardcoded strings in JSX/TSX files
+
+### End-to-End Testing (Electron App)
+
+**IMPORTANT: When bug fixing or implementing new features in the frontend, AI agents can perform automated E2E testing using the Electron MCP server.**
+
+The Electron MCP server allows QA agents to interact with the running Electron app via Chrome DevTools Protocol:
+
+**Setup:**
+1. Start the Electron app with remote debugging enabled:
+   ```bash
+   npm run dev  # Already configured with --remote-debugging-port=9222
+   ```
+
+2. Enable Electron MCP in `apps/backend/.env`:
+   ```bash
+   ELECTRON_MCP_ENABLED=true
+   ELECTRON_DEBUG_PORT=9222  # Default port
+   ```
+
+**Available Testing Capabilities:**
+
+QA agents (`qa_reviewer` and `qa_fixer`) automatically get access to Electron MCP tools:
+
+1. **Window Management**
+   - `mcp__electron__get_electron_window_info` - Get info about running windows
+   - `mcp__electron__take_screenshot` - Capture screenshots for visual verification
+
+2. **UI Interaction**
+   - `mcp__electron__send_command_to_electron` with commands:
+     - `click_by_text` - Click buttons/links by visible text
+     - `click_by_selector` - Click elements by CSS selector
+     - `fill_input` - Fill form fields by placeholder or selector
+     - `select_option` - Select dropdown options
+     - `send_keyboard_shortcut` - Send keyboard shortcuts (Enter, Ctrl+N, etc.)
+     - `navigate_to_hash` - Navigate to hash routes (#settings, #create, etc.)
+
+3. **Page Inspection**
+   - `get_page_structure` - Get organized overview of page elements
+   - `debug_elements` - Get debugging info about buttons and forms
+   - `verify_form_state` - Check form state and validation
+   - `eval` - Execute custom JavaScript code
+
+4. **Logging**
+   - `mcp__electron__read_electron_logs` - Read console logs for debugging
+
+**Example E2E Test Flow:**
+
+```python
+# 1. Agent takes screenshot to see current state
+agent: "Take a screenshot to see the current UI"
+# Uses: mcp__electron__take_screenshot
+
+# 2. Agent inspects page structure
+agent: "Get page structure to find available buttons"
+# Uses: mcp__electron__send_command_to_electron (command: "get_page_structure")
+
+# 3. Agent clicks a button to navigate
+agent: "Click the 'Create New Spec' button"
+# Uses: mcp__electron__send_command_to_electron (command: "click_by_text", args: {text: "Create New Spec"})
+
+# 4. Agent fills out a form
+agent: "Fill the task description field"
+# Uses: mcp__electron__send_command_to_electron (command: "fill_input", args: {placeholder: "Describe your task", value: "Add login feature"})
+
+# 5. Agent submits and verifies
+agent: "Click Submit and verify success"
+# Uses: click_by_text → take_screenshot → verify result
+```
+
+**When to Use E2E Testing:**
+
+- **Bug Fixes**: Reproduce the bug, apply fix, verify it's resolved
+- **New Features**: Implement feature, test the UI flow end-to-end
+- **UI Changes**: Verify visual changes and interactions work correctly
+- **Form Validation**: Test form submission, validation, error handling
+
+**Configuration in `core/client.py`:**
+
+The client automatically enables Electron MCP tools for QA agents when:
+- Project is detected as Electron (`is_electron` capability)
+- `ELECTRON_MCP_ENABLED=true` is set
+- Agent type is `qa_reviewer` or `qa_fixer`
+
+**Note:** Screenshots are automatically compressed (1280x720, quality 60, JPEG) to stay under Claude SDK's 1MB JSON message buffer limit.
 
 ## Running the Application
 
+**As a standalone CLI tool**:
 ```bash
-# CLI only
-cd apps/backend && python run.py --spec 001
-
-# Desktop app
-npm start          # Production build + run
-npm run dev        # Development mode with HMR
-
-# Project data: .auto-claude/specs/ (gitignored)
+cd apps/backend
+python run.py --spec 001
 ```
+
+**With the Electron frontend**:
+```bash
+npm start        # Build and run desktop app
+npm run dev      # Run in development mode (includes --remote-debugging-port=9222 for E2E testing)
+```
+
+**For E2E Testing with QA Agents:**
+1. Start the Electron app: `npm run dev`
+2. Enable Electron MCP in `apps/backend/.env`: `ELECTRON_MCP_ENABLED=true`
+3. Run QA: `python run.py --spec 001 --qa`
+4. QA agents will automatically interact with the running app for testing
+
+**Project data storage:**
+- `.auto-claude/specs/` - Per-project data (specs, plans, QA reports, memory) - gitignored

CONTRIBUTING.md

@@ -2,41 +2,20 @@
 
 Thank you for your interest in contributing to Auto Claude! This document provides guidelines and instructions for contributing to the project.
 
-## How to Contribute
-
-| What you want to do | Where to start |
-|----------------------|----------------|
-| Bug fixes & small improvements | Open a PR directly |
-| New features / architecture changes | Start a [GitHub Discussion](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/discussions) or ask in [Discord](https://discord.com/channels/1448614759996854284/1451298184612548779) first |
-| Questions & setup help | [Discord #setup-help](https://discord.com/channels/1448614759996854284/1451298184612548779) |
-
-## AI-Assisted Contributions
-
-PRs built with AI tools (Claude, Codex, Copilot, etc.) are welcome here -- given what this project does, it would be odd if they weren't.
-
-That said, we've seen AI-generated PRs that introduce regressions because the contributor didn't verify what the code actually does. To keep quality high, we ask that AI-assisted PRs include the following:
-
-- **Flag it** -- mention AI assistance in the PR description (the PR template has a section for this)
-- **State your testing level** -- untested, lightly tested, or fully tested
-- **Share context if you can** -- prompts or session logs help reviewers understand intent
-- **Confirm you understand the code** -- you should be able to describe what the PR does and how the underlying code works
-
-AI-assisted PRs go through the same review process as any other contribution. Transparency just helps reviewers know where to look more carefully.
-
 ## Table of Contents
 
-- [How to Contribute](#how-to-contribute)
-- [AI-Assisted Contributions](#ai-assisted-contributions)
 - [Contributor License Agreement (CLA)](#contributor-license-agreement-cla)
 - [Prerequisites](#prerequisites)
 - [Quick Start](#quick-start)
 - [Development Setup](#development-setup)
+  - [Python Backend](#python-backend)
+  - [Electron Frontend](#electron-frontend)
+- [Running from Source](#running-from-source)
 - [Pre-commit Hooks](#pre-commit-hooks)
 - [Code Style](#code-style)
 - [Testing](#testing)
 - [Continuous Integration](#continuous-integration)
 - [Git Workflow](#git-workflow)
-  - [Working with Forks](#working-with-forks)
   - [Branch Overview](#branch-overview)
   - [Main Branches](#main-branches)
   - [Supporting Branches](#supporting-branches)
@@ -171,40 +150,92 @@ npm start
 The project consists of two main components:
 
 1. **Python Backend** (`apps/backend/`) - The core autonomous coding framework
-2. **Electron Frontend** (`apps/frontend/`) - Desktop UI
+2. **Electron Frontend** (`apps/frontend/`) - Optional desktop UI
 
-From the repository root, two commands handle everything:
+### Python Backend
+
+The recommended way is to use `npm run install:backend`, but you can also set up manually:
 
 ```bash
-# Install all dependencies (Python backend + Electron frontend)
-npm run install:all
+# Navigate to the backend directory
+cd apps/backend
 
-# Start development mode (hot reload)
+# Create virtual environment
+# Windows:
+py -3.12 -m venv .venv
+.venv\Scripts\activate
+
+# macOS/Linux:
+python3.12 -m venv .venv
+source .venv/bin/activate
+
+# Install dependencies
+pip install -r requirements.txt
+
+# Install test dependencies
+pip install -r ../../tests/requirements-test.txt
+
+# Set up environment
+cp .env.example .env
+# Edit .env and add your CLAUDE_CODE_OAUTH_TOKEN (get it via: claude setup-token)
+```
+
+### Electron Frontend
+
+```bash
+# Navigate to the frontend directory
+cd apps/frontend
+
+# Install dependencies
+npm install
+
+# Start development server
 npm run dev
+
+# Build for production
+npm run build
+
+# Package for distribution
+npm run package
 ```
 
-`npm run install:all` automatically:
-- Detects Python 3.12+ on your system
-- Creates a virtual environment (`apps/backend/.venv`)
-- Installs backend runtime and test dependencies
-- Copies `.env.example` to `.env` (if not already present)
-- Installs frontend npm dependencies
+## Running from Source
+
+If you want to run Auto Claude from source (for development or testing unreleased features), follow these steps:
+
+### Step 1: Clone and Set Up
 
-After install, configure your credentials in `apps/backend/.env`:
 ```bash
-# Get your Claude Code OAuth token
-claude setup-token
+git clone https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude.git
+cd Auto-Claude/apps/backend
 
-# Then edit apps/backend/.env with your token and any other provider keys
+# Using uv (recommended)
+uv venv && uv pip install -r requirements.txt
+
+# Or using standard Python
+python3 -m venv .venv
+source .venv/bin/activate  # On Windows: .venv\Scripts\activate
+pip install -r requirements.txt
+
+# Set up environment
+cd apps/backend
+cp .env.example .env
+# Edit .env and add your CLAUDE_CODE_OAUTH_TOKEN (get it via: claude setup-token)
 ```
 
-### Other Useful Commands
+### Step 2: Run the Desktop UI
 
 ```bash
-npm start              # Build and run production
-npm run build          # Build frontend for production
-npm run package        # Package for distribution
-npm run test:backend   # Run Python tests
+cd ../frontend
+
+# Install dependencies
+npm install
+
+# Development mode (hot reload)
+npm run dev
+
+# Or production build
+npm run build && npm run start
 ```
 
 <details>
@@ -326,64 +357,6 @@ export default function(props) {
 - End files with a newline
 - Keep line length under 100 characters when practical
 
-### File Encoding (Python)
-
-**Always specify `encoding="utf-8"` for text file operations** to ensure Windows compatibility.
-
-Windows Python defaults to `cp1252` encoding instead of UTF-8, causing errors with:
-- Emoji (🚀, ✅, ❌)
-- International characters (ñ, é, 中文, العربية)
-- Special symbols (™, ©, ®)
-
-**DO:**
-
-```python
-# Reading files
-with open(path, encoding="utf-8") as f:
-    content = f.read()
-
-# Writing files
-with open(path, "w", encoding="utf-8") as f:
-    f.write(content)
-
-# Path methods
-from pathlib import Path
-content = Path(file).read_text(encoding="utf-8")
-Path(file).write_text(content, encoding="utf-8")
-
-# JSON files - reading
-import json
-with open(path, encoding="utf-8") as f:
-    data = json.load(f)
-
-# JSON files - writing
-with open(path, "w", encoding="utf-8") as f:
-    json.dump(data, f, ensure_ascii=False, indent=2)
-```
-
-**DON'T:**
-
-```python
-# Wrong - platform-dependent encoding
-with open(path) as f:
-    content = f.read()
-
-# Wrong - Path methods without encoding
-content = Path(file).read_text()
-
-# Wrong - encoding on json.dump (not open!)
-json.dump(data, f, encoding="utf-8")  # ERROR
-```
-
-**Binary files - NO encoding:**
-
-```python
-with open(path, "rb") as f:  # Correct
-    data = f.read()
-```
-
-Our pre-commit hooks automatically check for missing encoding parameters. See [PR #782](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/pull/782) for the comprehensive encoding fix and [guides/windows-development.md](guides/windows-development.md) for Windows-specific development guidance.
-
 ## Testing
 
 ### Python Tests
@@ -456,6 +429,7 @@ All pull requests and pushes to `main` trigger automated CI checks via GitHub Ac
 |----------|---------|----------------|
 | **CI** | Push to `main`, PRs | Python tests (3.11 & 3.12), Frontend tests |
 | **Lint** | Push to `main`, PRs | Ruff (Python), ESLint + TypeScript (Frontend) |
+| **Test on Tag** | Version tags (`v*`) | Full test suite before release |
 
 ### PR Requirements
 
@@ -486,72 +460,6 @@ npm run typecheck
 
 We use a **Git Flow** branching strategy to manage releases and parallel development.
 
-### Working with Forks
-
-When contributing to Auto Claude, you'll typically fork the repository first. Proper fork configuration is essential to avoid sync issues.
-
-#### Initial Fork Setup
-
-```bash
-# 1. Fork on GitHub (click the Fork button on the repo page)
-
-# 2. Clone YOUR fork (not the original repo)
-git clone https://github.com/YOUR-USERNAME/Auto-Claude.git
-cd Auto-Claude
-
-# 3. Verify your remotes point to YOUR fork
-git remote -v
-# Should show:
-# origin  https://github.com/YOUR-USERNAME/Auto-Claude.git (fetch)
-# origin  https://github.com/YOUR-USERNAME/Auto-Claude.git (push)
-
-# 4. Add upstream remote to sync with the original repo
-git remote add upstream https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude.git
-```
-
-#### Keeping Your Fork Updated
-
-```bash
-# Fetch latest changes from upstream
-git fetch upstream
-
-# Sync your develop branch with upstream
-git checkout develop
-git merge upstream/develop
-git push origin develop
-```
-
-#### Converting a Fork to Standalone
-
-> ⚠️ **Common Issue:** After making a fork standalone (e.g., disconnecting from the original repo on GitHub), your local git configuration may still reference the original forked repository, causing push/pull issues.
-
-If you convert your fork to a standalone repository:
-
-```bash
-# 1. Update origin to point to your standalone repo
-git remote set-url origin https://github.com/YOUR-USERNAME/Your-Standalone-Repo.git
-
-# 2. Remove the upstream remote (no longer applicable)
-git remote remove upstream
-
-# 3. Verify your configuration
-git remote -v
-# Should only show your standalone repo as origin
-
-# 4. Update your default branch tracking if needed
-git branch --set-upstream-to=origin/main main
-git branch --set-upstream-to=origin/develop develop
-```
-
-#### Troubleshooting Fork Issues
-
-| Problem | Cause | Solution |
-|---------|-------|----------|
-| `Permission denied` on push | Origin points to upstream repo | `git remote set-url origin <your-fork-url>` |
-| `Repository not found` | Fork was deleted or made standalone | Update remote URL to current repo location |
-| Can't push to develop | Local branch tracks wrong remote | `git branch --set-upstream-to=origin/develop` |
-| Commits show wrong author | Git config not set | `git config user.email "you@example.com"` |
-
 ### Branch Overview
 
 ```

README.md

@@ -4,9 +4,11 @@
 
 ![Auto Claude Kanban Board](.github/assets/Auto-Claude-Kanban.png)
 
+<!-- TOP_VERSION_BADGE -->
+[![Version](https://img.shields.io/badge/version-2.7.1-blue?style=flat-square)](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/tag/v2.7.1)
+<!-- TOP_VERSION_BADGE_END -->
 [![License](https://img.shields.io/badge/license-AGPL--3.0-green?style=flat-square)](./agpl-3.0.txt)
 [![Discord](https://img.shields.io/badge/Discord-Join%20Community-5865F2?style=flat-square&logo=discord&logoColor=white)](https://discord.gg/KCXaPBr4Dj)
-[![YouTube](https://img.shields.io/badge/YouTube-Subscribe-FF0000?style=flat-square&logo=youtube&logoColor=white)](https://www.youtube.com/@AndreMikalsen)
 [![CI](https://img.shields.io/github/actions/workflow/status/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/ci.yml?branch=main&style=flat-square&label=CI)](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/actions)
 
 ---
@@ -16,18 +18,17 @@
 ### Stable Release
 
 <!-- STABLE_VERSION_BADGE -->
-[![Stable](https://img.shields.io/badge/stable-2.7.5-blue?style=flat-square)](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/tag/v2.7.5)
+[![Stable](https://img.shields.io/badge/stable-2.7.1-blue?style=flat-square)](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/tag/v2.7.1)
 <!-- STABLE_VERSION_BADGE_END -->
 
 <!-- STABLE_DOWNLOADS -->
 | Platform | Download |
 |----------|----------|
-| **Windows** | [Auto-Claude-2.7.5-win32-x64.exe](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/download/v2.7.5/Auto-Claude-2.7.5-win32-x64.exe) |
-| **macOS (Apple Silicon)** | [Auto-Claude-2.7.5-darwin-arm64.dmg](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/download/v2.7.5/Auto-Claude-2.7.5-darwin-arm64.dmg) |
-| **macOS (Intel)** | [Auto-Claude-2.7.5-darwin-x64.dmg](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/download/v2.7.5/Auto-Claude-2.7.5-darwin-x64.dmg) |
-| **Linux** | [Auto-Claude-2.7.5-linux-x86_64.AppImage](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/download/v2.7.5/Auto-Claude-2.7.5-linux-x86_64.AppImage) |
-| **Linux (Debian)** | [Auto-Claude-2.7.5-linux-amd64.deb](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/download/v2.7.5/Auto-Claude-2.7.5-linux-amd64.deb) |
-| **Linux (Flatpak)** | [Auto-Claude-2.7.5-linux-x86_64.flatpak](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/download/v2.7.5/Auto-Claude-2.7.5-linux-x86_64.flatpak) |
+| **Windows** | [Auto-Claude-2.7.1-win32-x64.exe](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/download/v2.7.1/Auto-Claude-2.7.1-win32-x64.exe) |
+| **macOS (Apple Silicon)** | [Auto-Claude-2.7.1-darwin-arm64.dmg](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/download/v2.7.1/Auto-Claude-2.7.1-darwin-arm64.dmg) |
+| **macOS (Intel)** | [Auto-Claude-2.7.1-darwin-x64.dmg](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/download/v2.7.1/Auto-Claude-2.7.1-darwin-x64.dmg) |
+| **Linux** | [Auto-Claude-2.7.1-linux-x86_64.AppImage](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/download/v2.7.1/Auto-Claude-2.7.1-linux-x86_64.AppImage) |
+| **Linux (Debian)** | [Auto-Claude-2.7.1-linux-amd64.deb](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/download/v2.7.1/Auto-Claude-2.7.1-linux-amd64.deb) |
 <!-- STABLE_DOWNLOADS_END -->
 
 ### Beta Release
@@ -35,18 +36,18 @@
 > ⚠️ Beta releases may contain bugs and breaking changes. [View all releases](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases)
 
 <!-- BETA_VERSION_BADGE -->
-[![Beta](https://img.shields.io/badge/beta-2.7.6--beta.2-orange?style=flat-square)](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/tag/v2.7.6-beta.2)
+[![Beta](https://img.shields.io/badge/beta-2.7.2--beta.10-orange?style=flat-square)](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/tag/v2.7.2-beta.10)
 <!-- BETA_VERSION_BADGE_END -->
 
 <!-- BETA_DOWNLOADS -->
 | Platform | Download |
 |----------|----------|
-| **Windows** | [Auto-Claude-2.7.6-beta.2-win32-x64.exe](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/download/v2.7.6-beta.2/Auto-Claude-2.7.6-beta.2-win32-x64.exe) |
-| **macOS (Apple Silicon)** | [Auto-Claude-2.7.6-beta.2-darwin-arm64.dmg](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/download/v2.7.6-beta.2/Auto-Claude-2.7.6-beta.2-darwin-arm64.dmg) |
-| **macOS (Intel)** | [Auto-Claude-2.7.6-beta.2-darwin-x64.dmg](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/download/v2.7.6-beta.2/Auto-Claude-2.7.6-beta.2-darwin-x64.dmg) |
-| **Linux** | [Auto-Claude-2.7.6-beta.2-linux-x86_64.AppImage](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/download/v2.7.6-beta.2/Auto-Claude-2.7.6-beta.2-linux-x86_64.AppImage) |
-| **Linux (Debian)** | [Auto-Claude-2.7.6-beta.2-linux-amd64.deb](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/download/v2.7.6-beta.2/Auto-Claude-2.7.6-beta.2-linux-amd64.deb) |
-| **Linux (Flatpak)** | [Auto-Claude-2.7.6-beta.2-linux-x86_64.flatpak](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/download/v2.7.6-beta.2/Auto-Claude-2.7.6-beta.2-linux-x86_64.flatpak) |
+| **Windows** | [Auto-Claude-2.7.2-beta.10-win32-x64.exe](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/download/v2.7.2-beta.10/Auto-Claude-2.7.2-beta.10-win32-x64.exe) |
+| **macOS (Apple Silicon)** | [Auto-Claude-2.7.2-beta.10-darwin-arm64.dmg](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/download/v2.7.2-beta.10/Auto-Claude-2.7.2-beta.10-darwin-arm64.dmg) |
+| **macOS (Intel)** | [Auto-Claude-2.7.2-beta.10-darwin-x64.dmg](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/download/v2.7.2-beta.10/Auto-Claude-2.7.2-beta.10-darwin-x64.dmg) |
+| **Linux** | [Auto-Claude-2.7.2-beta.10-linux-x86_64.AppImage](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/download/v2.7.2-beta.10/Auto-Claude-2.7.2-beta.10-linux-x86_64.AppImage) |
+| **Linux (Debian)** | [Auto-Claude-2.7.2-beta.10-linux-amd64.deb](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/download/v2.7.2-beta.10/Auto-Claude-2.7.2-beta.10-linux-amd64.deb) |
+| **Linux (Flatpak)** | [Auto-Claude-2.7.2-beta.10-linux-x86_64.flatpak](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/releases/download/v2.7.2-beta.10/Auto-Claude-2.7.2-beta.10-linux-x86_64.flatpak) |
 <!-- BETA_DOWNLOADS_END -->
 
 > All releases include SHA256 checksums and VirusTotal scan results for security verification.
@@ -58,6 +59,7 @@
 - **Claude Pro/Max subscription** - [Get one here](https://claude.ai/upgrade)
 - **Claude Code CLI** - `npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code`
 - **Git repository** - Your project must be initialized as a git repo
+- **Python 3.12+** - Required for the backend and Memory Layer
 
 ---
 
@@ -146,11 +148,113 @@ See [guides/CLI-USAGE.md](guides/CLI-USAGE.md) for complete CLI documentation.
 
 ---
 
-## Development
+## Configuration
 
-Want to build from source or contribute? See [CONTRIBUTING.md](CONTRIBUTING.md) for complete development setup instructions.
+Create `apps/backend/.env` from the example:
 
-For Linux-specific builds (Flatpak, AppImage), see [guides/linux.md](guides/linux.md).
+```bash
+cp apps/backend/.env.example apps/backend/.env
+```
+
+| Variable | Required | Description |
+|----------|----------|-------------|
+| `CLAUDE_CODE_OAUTH_TOKEN` | Yes | OAuth token from `claude setup-token` |
+| `GRAPHITI_ENABLED` | No | Enable Memory Layer for cross-session context |
+| `AUTO_BUILD_MODEL` | No | Override the default Claude model |
+| `GITLAB_TOKEN` | No | GitLab Personal Access Token for GitLab integration |
+| `GITLAB_INSTANCE_URL` | No | GitLab instance URL (defaults to gitlab.com) |
+| `LINEAR_API_KEY` | No | Linear API key for task sync |
+
+---
+
+## Building from Source
+
+For contributors and development:
+
+```bash
+# Clone the repository
+git clone https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude.git
+cd Auto-Claude
+
+# Install all dependencies
+npm run install:all
+
+# Run in development mode
+npm run dev
+
+# Or build and run
+npm start
+```
+
+**System requirements for building:**
+- Node.js 24+
+- Python 3.12+
+- npm 10+
+
+**Installing dependencies by platform:**
+
+<details>
+<summary><b>Windows</b></summary>
+
+```bash
+winget install Python.Python.3.12
+winget install OpenJS.NodeJS.LTS
+```
+
+</details>
+
+<details>
+<summary><b>macOS</b></summary>
+
+```bash
+brew install python@3.12 node@24
+```
+
+</details>
+
+<details>
+<summary><b>Linux (Ubuntu/Debian)</b></summary>
+
+```bash
+sudo apt install python3.12 python3.12-venv
+curl -fsSL https://deb.nodesource.com/setup_24.x | sudo -E bash -
+sudo apt install -y nodejs
+```
+
+</details>
+
+<details>
+<summary><b>Linux (Fedora)</b></summary>
+
+```bash
+sudo dnf install python3.12 nodejs npm
+```
+
+</details>
+
+See [CONTRIBUTING.md](CONTRIBUTING.md) for detailed development setup.
+
+### Building Flatpak
+
+To build the Flatpak package, you need additional dependencies:
+
+```bash
+# Fedora/RHEL
+sudo dnf install flatpak-builder
+
+# Ubuntu/Debian
+sudo apt install flatpak-builder
+
+# Install required Flatpak runtimes
+flatpak install flathub org.freedesktop.Platform//25.08 org.freedesktop.Sdk//25.08
+flatpak install flathub org.electronjs.Electron2.BaseApp//25.08
+
+# Build the Flatpak
+cd apps/frontend
+npm run package:flatpak
+```
+
+The Flatpak will be created in `apps/frontend/dist/`.
 
 ---
 
@@ -180,7 +284,7 @@ All releases are:
 | `npm run package:mac` | Package for macOS |
 | `npm run package:win` | Package for Windows |
 | `npm run package:linux` | Package for Linux |
-| `npm run package:flatpak` | Package as Flatpak (see [guides/linux.md](guides/linux.md)) |
+| `npm run package:flatpak` | Package as Flatpak |
 | `npm run lint` | Run linter |
 | `npm test` | Run frontend tests |
 | `npm run test:backend` | Run backend tests |
@@ -212,11 +316,3 @@ We welcome contributions! Please read [CONTRIBUTING.md](CONTRIBUTING.md) for:
 Auto Claude is free to use. If you modify and distribute it, or run it as a service, your code must also be open source under AGPL-3.0.
 
 Commercial licensing available for closed-source use cases.
-
----
-
-## Star History
-
-[![GitHub Repo stars](https://img.shields.io/github/stars/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude?style=social)](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/stargazers)
-
-[![Star History Chart](https://api.star-history.com/svg?repos=AndyMik90/Auto-Claude&type=Date)](https://star-history.com/#AndyMik90/Auto-Claude&Date)

RELEASE.md

@@ -69,38 +69,9 @@ This will:
 - Update `apps/frontend/package.json`
 - Update `package.json` (root)
 - Update `apps/backend/__init__.py`
-- Check if `CHANGELOG.md` has an entry for the new version (warns if missing)
 - Create a commit with message `chore: bump version to X.Y.Z`
 
-### Step 2: Update CHANGELOG.md (REQUIRED)
-
-**IMPORTANT: The release will fail if CHANGELOG.md doesn't have an entry for the new version.**
-
-Add release notes to `CHANGELOG.md` at the top of the file:
-
-```markdown
-## 2.8.0 - Your Release Title
-
-### ✨ New Features
-- Feature description
-
-### 🛠️ Improvements
-- Improvement description
-
-### 🐛 Bug Fixes
-- Fix description
-
----
-```
-
-Then amend the version bump commit:
-
-```bash
-git add CHANGELOG.md
-git commit --amend --no-edit
-```
-
-### Step 3: Push and Create PR
+### Step 2: Push and Create PR
 
 ```bash
 # Push your branch
@@ -110,25 +81,24 @@ git push origin your-branch
 gh pr create --base main --title "Release v2.8.0"
 ```
 
-### Step 4: Merge to Main
+### Step 3: Merge to Main
 
 Once the PR is approved and merged to `main`, GitHub Actions will automatically:
 
 1. **Detect the version bump** (`prepare-release.yml`)
-2. **Validate CHANGELOG.md** has an entry for the new version (FAILS if missing)
-3. **Extract release notes** from CHANGELOG.md
-4. **Create a git tag** (e.g., `v2.8.0`)
-5. **Trigger the release workflow** (`release.yml`)
-6. **Build binaries** for all platforms:
+2. **Create a git tag** (e.g., `v2.8.0`)
+3. **Trigger the release workflow** (`release.yml`)
+4. **Build binaries** for all platforms:
    - macOS Intel (x64) - code signed & notarized
    - macOS Apple Silicon (arm64) - code signed & notarized
    - Windows (NSIS installer) - code signed
    - Linux (AppImage + .deb)
-7. **Scan binaries** with VirusTotal
-8. **Create GitHub release** with release notes from CHANGELOG.md
-9. **Update README** with new version badge and download links
+5. **Generate changelog** from merged PRs (using release-drafter)
+6. **Scan binaries** with VirusTotal
+7. **Create GitHub release** with all artifacts
+8. **Update README** with new version badge and download links
 
-### Step 5: Verify
+### Step 4: Verify
 
 After merging, check:
 - [GitHub Actions](https://github.com/AndyMik90/Auto-Claude/actions) - ensure all workflows pass
@@ -143,49 +113,29 @@ We follow [Semantic Versioning](https://semver.org/):
 - **MINOR** (0.X.0): New features, backwards compatible
 - **PATCH** (0.0.X): Bug fixes, backwards compatible
 
-## Changelog Management
+## Changelog Generation
 
-Release notes are managed in `CHANGELOG.md` and used for GitHub releases.
+Changelogs are automatically generated from merged PRs using [Release Drafter](https://github.com/release-drafter/release-drafter).
 
-### Changelog Format
+### PR Labels for Changelog Categories
 
-Each version entry in `CHANGELOG.md` should follow this format:
+| Label | Category |
+|-------|----------|
+| `feature`, `enhancement` | New Features |
+| `bug`, `fix` | Bug Fixes |
+| `improvement`, `refactor` | Improvements |
+| `documentation` | Documentation |
+| (any other) | Other Changes |
 
-```markdown
-## X.Y.Z - Release Title
-
-### ✨ New Features
-- Feature description with context
-
-### 🛠️ Improvements
-- Improvement description
-
-### 🐛 Bug Fixes
-- Fix description
-
----
-```
-
-### Changelog Validation
-
-The release workflow **validates** that `CHANGELOG.md` has an entry for the version being released:
-
-- If the entry is **missing**, the release is **blocked** with a clear error message
-- If the entry **exists**, its content is used for the GitHub release notes
-
-### Writing Good Release Notes
-
-- **Be specific**: Instead of "Fixed bug", write "Fixed crash when opening large files"
-- **Group by impact**: Features first, then improvements, then fixes
-- **Credit contributors**: Mention contributors for significant changes
-- **Link issues**: Reference GitHub issues where relevant (e.g., "Fixes #123")
+**Tip:** Add appropriate labels to your PRs for better changelog organization.
 
 ## Workflows
 
 | Workflow | Trigger | Purpose |
 |----------|---------|---------|
-| `prepare-release.yml` | Push to `main` | Detects version bump, **validates CHANGELOG.md**, creates tag |
-| `release.yml` | Tag `v*` pushed | Builds binaries, extracts changelog, creates release |
+| `prepare-release.yml` | Push to `main` | Detects version bump, creates tag |
+| `release.yml` | Tag `v*` pushed | Builds binaries, creates release |
+| `validate-version.yml` | Tag `v*` pushed | Validates tag matches package.json |
 | `update-readme` (in release.yml) | After release | Updates README with new version |
 
 ## Troubleshooting
@@ -203,22 +153,6 @@ The release workflow **validates** that `CHANGELOG.md` has an entry for the vers
    git diff HEAD~1 --name-only | grep package.json
    ```
 
-### Release blocked: Missing changelog entry
-
-If you see "CHANGELOG VALIDATION FAILED" in the workflow:
-
-1. The `prepare-release.yml` workflow validated that `CHANGELOG.md` doesn't have an entry for the new version
-2. **Fix**: Add an entry to `CHANGELOG.md` with the format `## X.Y.Z - Title`
-3. Commit and push the changelog update
-4. The workflow will automatically retry when the changes are pushed to `main`
-
-```bash
-# Add changelog entry, then:
-git add CHANGELOG.md
-git commit -m "docs: add changelog for vX.Y.Z"
-git push origin main
-```
-
 ### Build failed after tag was created
 
 - The release won't be published if builds fail

apps/backend/.env.example

@@ -269,9 +269,9 @@ GRAPHITI_ENABLED=true
 # OpenRouter Base URL (default: https://openrouter.ai/api/v1)
 # OPENROUTER_BASE_URL=https://openrouter.ai/api/v1
 
-# OpenRouter LLM Model (default: anthropic/claude-sonnet-4)
-# Popular choices: anthropic/claude-sonnet-4, openai/gpt-4o, google/gemini-2.0-flash
-# OPENROUTER_LLM_MODEL=anthropic/claude-sonnet-4
+# OpenRouter LLM Model (default: anthropic/claude-3.5-sonnet)
+# Popular choices: anthropic/claude-3.5-sonnet, openai/gpt-4o, google/gemini-2.0-flash
+# OPENROUTER_LLM_MODEL=anthropic/claude-3.5-sonnet
 
 # OpenRouter Embedding Model (default: openai/text-embedding-3-small)
 # OPENROUTER_EMBEDDING_MODEL=openai/text-embedding-3-small
@@ -368,5 +368,5 @@ GRAPHITI_ENABLED=true
 # GRAPHITI_LLM_PROVIDER=openrouter
 # GRAPHITI_EMBEDDER_PROVIDER=openrouter
 # OPENROUTER_API_KEY=sk-or-xxxxxxxx
-# OPENROUTER_LLM_MODEL=anthropic/claude-sonnet-4
+# OPENROUTER_LLM_MODEL=anthropic/claude-3.5-sonnet
 # OPENROUTER_EMBEDDING_MODEL=openai/text-embedding-3-small

apps/backend/README.md

@@ -17,14 +17,12 @@ python -m pip install -r requirements.txt
 cp .env.example .env
 ```
 
-Authenticate with Claude Code (token auto-saved to Keychain):
-```bash
-claude
-# Type: /login
-# Press Enter to open browser
+Set your Claude API token in `.env`:
+```
+CLAUDE_CODE_OAUTH_TOKEN=your-token-here
 ```
 
-Token is auto-detected from macOS Keychain / Windows Credential Manager.
+Get your token by running: `claude setup-token`
 
 ### 3. Run
 

apps/backend/__init__.py

@@ -19,5 +19,5 @@ Quick Start:
 See README.md for full documentation.
 """
 
-__version__ = "2.7.6-beta.2"
+__version__ = "2.7.2-beta.10"
 __author__ = "Auto Claude Team"

apps/backend/agents/README.md

@@ -26,7 +26,7 @@ auto-claude/agents/
 ### `utils.py` (3.6 KB)
 - Git operations: `get_latest_commit()`, `get_commit_count()`
 - Plan management: `load_implementation_plan()`, `find_subtask_in_plan()`, `find_phase_for_subtask()`
-- Workspace sync: `sync_spec_to_source()`
+- Workspace sync: `sync_plan_to_source()`
 
 ### `memory.py` (13 KB)
 - Dual-layer memory system (Graphiti primary, file-based fallback)
@@ -73,7 +73,7 @@ from agents import (
     # Utilities
     get_latest_commit,
     load_implementation_plan,
-    sync_spec_to_source,
+    sync_plan_to_source,
 )
 ```
 

apps/backend/agents/__init__.py

@@ -14,10 +14,6 @@ This module provides:
 Uses lazy imports to avoid circular dependencies.
 """
 
-# Explicit import required by CodeQL static analysis
-# (CodeQL doesn't recognize __getattr__ dynamic exports)
-from .utils import sync_spec_to_source
-
 __all__ = [
     # Main API
     "run_autonomous_agent",
@@ -36,7 +32,7 @@ __all__ = [
     "load_implementation_plan",
     "find_subtask_in_plan",
     "find_phase_for_subtask",
-    "sync_spec_to_source",
+    "sync_plan_to_source",
     # Constants
     "AUTO_CONTINUE_DELAY_SECONDS",
     "HUMAN_INTERVENTION_FILE",
@@ -81,7 +77,7 @@ def __getattr__(name):
         "get_commit_count",
         "get_latest_commit",
         "load_implementation_plan",
-        "sync_spec_to_source",
+        "sync_plan_to_source",
     ):
         from .utils import (
             find_phase_for_subtask,
@@ -89,7 +85,7 @@ def __getattr__(name):
             get_commit_count,
             get_latest_commit,
             load_implementation_plan,
-            sync_spec_to_source,
+            sync_plan_to_source,
         )
 
         return locals()[name]

apps/backend/agents/base.py

@@ -6,7 +6,6 @@ Shared imports, types, and constants used across agent modules.
 """
 
 import logging
-import re
 
 # Configure logging
 logger = logging.getLogger(__name__)
@@ -14,83 +13,3 @@ logger = logging.getLogger(__name__)
 # Configuration constants
 AUTO_CONTINUE_DELAY_SECONDS = 3
 HUMAN_INTERVENTION_FILE = "PAUSE"
-
-# Retry configuration for 400 tool concurrency errors
-MAX_CONCURRENCY_RETRIES = 5  # Maximum number of retries for tool concurrency errors
-INITIAL_RETRY_DELAY_SECONDS = (
-    2  # Initial retry delay (doubles each retry: 2s, 4s, 8s, 16s, 32s)
-)
-MAX_RETRY_DELAY_SECONDS = 32  # Cap retry delay at 32 seconds
-
-# Pause file constants for intelligent error recovery
-# These files signal pause/resume between frontend and backend
-RATE_LIMIT_PAUSE_FILE = "RATE_LIMIT_PAUSE"  # Created when rate limited
-AUTH_FAILURE_PAUSE_FILE = "AUTH_PAUSE"  # Created when auth fails
-RESUME_FILE = "RESUME"  # Created by frontend to signal resume
-
-# Maximum time to wait for rate limit reset (2 hours)
-# If reset time is beyond this, task should fail rather than wait indefinitely
-MAX_RATE_LIMIT_WAIT_SECONDS = 7200
-
-# Wait intervals for pause/resume checking
-RATE_LIMIT_CHECK_INTERVAL_SECONDS = (
-    30  # Check for RESUME file every 30 seconds during rate limit wait
-)
-AUTH_RESUME_CHECK_INTERVAL_SECONDS = 10  # Check for re-authentication every 10 seconds
-AUTH_RESUME_MAX_WAIT_SECONDS = 86400  # Maximum wait for re-authentication (24 hours)
-
-
-def sanitize_error_message(error_message: str, max_length: int = 500) -> str:
-    """
-    Sanitize error messages to remove potentially sensitive information.
-
-    Redacts:
-    - API keys (sk-..., key-...)
-    - Bearer tokens
-    - Token/secret values
-
-    Args:
-        error_message: The raw error message to sanitize
-        max_length: Maximum length to truncate to (default 500)
-
-    Returns:
-        Sanitized and truncated error message
-    """
-    if not error_message:
-        return ""
-
-    # Redact patterns that look like API keys or tokens
-    # Pattern: sk-... (OpenAI/Anthropic keys like sk-ant-api03-...)
-    sanitized = re.sub(
-        r"\bsk-[a-zA-Z0-9._\-]{20,}\b", "[REDACTED_API_KEY]", error_message
-    )
-
-    # Pattern: key-... (generic API keys)
-    sanitized = re.sub(r"\bkey-[a-zA-Z0-9._\-]{20,}\b", "[REDACTED_API_KEY]", sanitized)
-
-    # Pattern: Bearer ... (bearer tokens)
-    sanitized = re.sub(
-        r"\bBearer\s+[a-zA-Z0-9._\-]{20,}\b", "Bearer [REDACTED_TOKEN]", sanitized
-    )
-
-    # Pattern: token= or token: followed by long strings
-    sanitized = re.sub(
-        r"(token[=:]\s*)[a-zA-Z0-9._\-]{20,}\b",
-        r"\1[REDACTED_TOKEN]",
-        sanitized,
-        flags=re.IGNORECASE,
-    )
-
-    # Pattern: secret= or secret: followed by strings
-    sanitized = re.sub(
-        r"(secret[=:]\s*)[a-zA-Z0-9._\-]{20,}\b",
-        r"\1[REDACTED_SECRET]",
-        sanitized,
-        flags=re.IGNORECASE,
-    )
-
-    # Truncate to max length
-    if len(sanitized) > max_length:
-        sanitized = sanitized[:max_length] + "..."
-
-    return sanitized

apps/backend/agents/memory_manager.py

@@ -10,7 +10,6 @@ Handles session memory storage using dual-layer approach:
 import logging
 from pathlib import Path
 
-from core.sentry import capture_exception
 from debug import (
     debug,
     debug_detailed,
@@ -25,7 +24,6 @@ from graphiti_config import get_graphiti_status, is_graphiti_enabled
 # Import from parent memory package
 # Now safe since this module is named memory_manager (not memory)
 from memory import save_session_insights as save_file_based_memory
-from memory.graphiti_helpers import get_graphiti_memory
 
 logger = logging.getLogger(__name__)
 
@@ -115,15 +113,15 @@ async def get_graphiti_context(
             debug("memory", "Graphiti not enabled, skipping context retrieval")
         return None
 
-    memory = None
     try:
-        # Use centralized helper for GraphitiMemory instantiation (async)
-        memory = await get_graphiti_memory(spec_dir, project_dir)
-        if memory is None:
+        from graphiti_memory import GraphitiMemory
+
+        # Create memory manager
+        memory = GraphitiMemory(spec_dir, project_dir)
+
+        if not memory.is_enabled:
             if is_debug_enabled():
-                debug_warning(
-                    "memory", "GraphitiMemory not available for context retrieval"
-                )
+                debug_warning("memory", "GraphitiMemory.is_enabled=False")
             return None
 
         # Build search query from subtask description
@@ -132,6 +130,7 @@ async def get_graphiti_context(
         query = f"{subtask_desc} {subtask_id}".strip()
 
         if not query:
+            await memory.close()
             if is_debug_enabled():
                 debug_warning("memory", "Empty query, skipping context retrieval")
             return None
@@ -147,26 +146,20 @@ async def get_graphiti_context(
         # Get relevant context
         context_items = await memory.get_relevant_context(query, num_results=5)
 
-        # Get patterns and gotchas specifically (THE FIX for learning loop!)
-        # This retrieves PATTERN and GOTCHA episode types for cross-session learning
-        patterns, gotchas = await memory.get_patterns_and_gotchas(
-            query, num_results=3, min_score=0.5
-        )
-
         # Also get recent session history
         session_history = await memory.get_session_history(limit=3)
 
+        await memory.close()
+
         if is_debug_enabled():
             debug(
                 "memory",
                 "Graphiti context retrieval complete",
                 context_items_found=len(context_items) if context_items else 0,
-                patterns_found=len(patterns) if patterns else 0,
-                gotchas_found=len(gotchas) if gotchas else 0,
                 session_history_found=len(session_history) if session_history else 0,
             )
 
-        if not context_items and not session_history and not patterns and not gotchas:
+        if not context_items and not session_history:
             if is_debug_enabled():
                 debug("memory", "No relevant context found in Graphiti")
             return None
@@ -182,34 +175,6 @@ async def get_graphiti_context(
                 item_type = item.get("type", "unknown")
                 sections.append(f"- **[{item_type}]** {content}\n")
 
-        # Add patterns section (cross-session learning)
-        if patterns:
-            sections.append("### Learned Patterns\n")
-            sections.append("_Patterns discovered in previous sessions:_\n")
-            for p in patterns:
-                pattern_text = p.get("pattern", "")
-                applies_to = p.get("applies_to", "")
-                if applies_to:
-                    sections.append(
-                        f"- **Pattern**: {pattern_text}\n  _Applies to:_ {applies_to}\n"
-                    )
-                else:
-                    sections.append(f"- **Pattern**: {pattern_text}\n")
-
-        # Add gotchas section (cross-session learning)
-        if gotchas:
-            sections.append("### Known Gotchas\n")
-            sections.append("_Pitfalls to avoid:_\n")
-            for g in gotchas:
-                gotcha_text = g.get("gotcha", "")
-                solution = g.get("solution", "")
-                if solution:
-                    sections.append(
-                        f"- **Gotcha**: {gotcha_text}\n  _Solution:_ {solution}\n"
-                    )
-                else:
-                    sections.append(f"- **Gotcha**: {gotcha_text}\n")
-
         if session_history:
             sections.append("### Recent Session Insights\n")
             for session in session_history[:2]:  # Only show last 2
@@ -228,29 +193,14 @@ async def get_graphiti_context(
 
         return "\n".join(sections)
 
+    except ImportError:
+        logger.debug("Graphiti packages not installed")
+        if is_debug_enabled():
+            debug_warning("memory", "Graphiti packages not installed")
+        return None
     except Exception as e:
         logger.warning(f"Failed to get Graphiti context: {e}")
-        if is_debug_enabled():
-            debug_error("memory", "Graphiti context retrieval failed", error=str(e))
-        # Capture exception to Sentry with full context
-        capture_exception(
-            e,
-            operation="get_graphiti_context",
-            subtask_id=subtask.get("id", "unknown"),
-            subtask_desc=subtask.get("description", "")[:200],
-            spec_dir=str(spec_dir),
-            project_dir=str(project_dir),
-        )
         return None
-    finally:
-        # Always close the memory connection (swallow exceptions to avoid overriding)
-        if memory is not None:
-            try:
-                await memory.close()
-            except Exception as e:
-                logger.debug(
-                    "Failed to close Graphiti memory connection", exc_info=True
-                )
 
 
 async def save_session_memory(
@@ -335,19 +285,20 @@ async def save_session_memory(
         if is_debug_enabled():
             debug("memory", "Attempting PRIMARY storage: Graphiti")
 
-        memory = None
         try:
-            # Use centralized helper for GraphitiMemory instantiation (async)
-            memory = await get_graphiti_memory(spec_dir, project_dir)
-            if memory is None:
-                if is_debug_enabled():
-                    debug_warning("memory", "GraphitiMemory not available")
-                    debug(
-                        "memory",
-                        "get_graphiti_memory() returned None - this usually means Graphiti is disabled or provider config is invalid",
-                    )
-                # Continue to file-based fallback
-            if memory is not None and memory.is_enabled:
+            from graphiti_memory import GraphitiMemory
+
+            memory = GraphitiMemory(spec_dir, project_dir)
+
+            if is_debug_enabled():
+                debug_detailed(
+                    "memory",
+                    "GraphitiMemory instance created",
+                    is_enabled=memory.is_enabled,
+                    group_id=getattr(memory, "group_id", "unknown"),
+                )
+
+            if memory.is_enabled:
                 if is_debug_enabled():
                     debug("memory", "Saving to Graphiti...")
 
@@ -364,6 +315,8 @@ async def save_session_memory(
                     # Fallback to basic session insights
                     result = await memory.save_session_insights(session_num, insights)
 
+                await memory.close()
+
                 if result:
                     logger.info(
                         f"Session {session_num} insights saved to Graphiti (primary)"
@@ -384,43 +337,23 @@ async def save_session_memory(
                         debug_warning(
                             "memory", "Graphiti save returned False, using FALLBACK"
                         )
-            elif memory is None:
-                if is_debug_enabled():
-                    debug_warning(
-                        "memory", "GraphitiMemory not available, using FALLBACK"
-                    )
             else:
-                # memory is not None but memory.is_enabled is False
                 logger.warning(
-                    "GraphitiMemory.is_enabled=False, falling back to file-based"
+                    "Graphiti memory not enabled, falling back to file-based"
                 )
                 if is_debug_enabled():
-                    debug_warning("memory", "GraphitiMemory disabled, using FALLBACK")
+                    debug_warning(
+                        "memory", "GraphitiMemory.is_enabled=False, using FALLBACK"
+                    )
 
+        except ImportError as e:
+            logger.debug("Graphiti packages not installed, falling back to file-based")
+            if is_debug_enabled():
+                debug_warning("memory", "Graphiti packages not installed", error=str(e))
         except Exception as e:
             logger.warning(f"Graphiti save failed: {e}, falling back to file-based")
             if is_debug_enabled():
                 debug_error("memory", "Graphiti save failed", error=str(e))
-            # Capture exception to Sentry with full context
-            capture_exception(
-                e,
-                operation="save_session_memory_graphiti",
-                subtask_id=subtask_id,
-                session_num=session_num,
-                success=success,
-                subtasks_completed=subtasks_completed,
-                spec_dir=str(spec_dir),
-                project_dir=str(project_dir),
-            )
-        finally:
-            # Always close the memory connection (swallow exceptions to avoid overriding)
-            if memory is not None:
-                try:
-                    await memory.close()
-                except Exception as e:
-                    logger.debug(
-                        "Failed to close Graphiti memory connection", exc_info=e
-                    )
     else:
         if is_debug_enabled():
             debug("memory", "Graphiti not enabled, skipping to FALLBACK")
@@ -457,17 +390,6 @@ async def save_session_memory(
         logger.error(f"File-based memory save also failed: {e}")
         if is_debug_enabled():
             debug_error("memory", "File-based memory save FAILED", error=str(e))
-        # Capture exception to Sentry with full context
-        capture_exception(
-            e,
-            operation="save_session_memory_file",
-            subtask_id=subtask_id,
-            session_num=session_num,
-            success=success,
-            subtasks_completed=subtasks_completed,
-            spec_dir=str(spec_dir),
-            project_dir=str(project_dir),
-        )
         return False, "none"
 
 

apps/backend/agents/planner.py

@@ -1,183 +1,183 @@
-"""
-Planner Agent Module
-====================
-
-Handles follow-up planner sessions for adding new subtasks to completed specs.
-"""
-
-import logging
-from pathlib import Path
-
-from core.client import create_client
-from phase_config import get_phase_model, get_phase_thinking_budget
-from phase_event import ExecutionPhase, emit_phase
-from task_logger import (
-    LogPhase,
-    get_task_logger,
-)
-from ui import (
-    BuildState,
-    Icons,
-    StatusManager,
-    bold,
-    box,
-    highlight,
-    icon,
-    muted,
-    print_status,
-)
-
-from .session import run_agent_session
-
-logger = logging.getLogger(__name__)
-
-
-async def run_followup_planner(
-    project_dir: Path,
-    spec_dir: Path,
-    model: str,
-    verbose: bool = False,
-) -> bool:
-    """
-    Run the follow-up planner to add new subtasks to a completed spec.
-
-    This is a simplified version of run_autonomous_agent that:
-    1. Creates a client
-    2. Loads the followup planner prompt
-    3. Runs a single planning session
-    4. Returns after the plan is updated (doesn't enter coding loop)
-
-    The planner agent will:
-    - Read FOLLOWUP_REQUEST.md for the new task
-    - Read the existing implementation_plan.json
-    - Add new phase(s) with pending subtasks
-    - Update the plan status back to in_progress
-
-    Args:
-        project_dir: Root directory for the project
-        spec_dir: Directory containing the completed spec
-        model: Claude model to use
-        verbose: Whether to show detailed output
-
-    Returns:
-        bool: True if planning completed successfully
-    """
-    from implementation_plan import ImplementationPlan
-    from prompts import get_followup_planner_prompt
-
-    # Initialize status manager for ccstatusline
-    status_manager = StatusManager(project_dir)
-    status_manager.set_active(spec_dir.name, BuildState.PLANNING)
-    emit_phase(ExecutionPhase.PLANNING, "Follow-up planning")
-
-    # Initialize task logger for persistent logging
-    task_logger = get_task_logger(spec_dir)
-
-    # Show header
-    content = [
-        bold(f"{icon(Icons.GEAR)} FOLLOW-UP PLANNER SESSION"),
-        "",
-        f"Spec: {highlight(spec_dir.name)}",
-        muted("Adding follow-up work to completed spec."),
-        "",
-        muted("The agent will read your FOLLOWUP_REQUEST.md and add new subtasks."),
-    ]
-    print()
-    print(box(content, width=70, style="heavy"))
-    print()
-
-    # Start planning phase in task logger
-    if task_logger:
-        task_logger.start_phase(LogPhase.PLANNING, "Starting follow-up planning...")
-        task_logger.set_session(1)
-
-    # Create client with phase-specific model and thinking budget
-    # Respects task_metadata.json configuration when no CLI override
-    planning_model = get_phase_model(spec_dir, "planning", model)
-    planning_thinking_budget = get_phase_thinking_budget(spec_dir, "planning")
-    client = create_client(
-        project_dir,
-        spec_dir,
-        planning_model,
-        max_thinking_tokens=planning_thinking_budget,
-    )
-
-    # Generate follow-up planner prompt
-    prompt = get_followup_planner_prompt(spec_dir)
-
-    print_status("Running follow-up planner...", "progress")
-    print()
-
-    try:
-        # Run single planning session
-        async with client:
-            status, response, error_info = await run_agent_session(
-                client, prompt, spec_dir, verbose, phase=LogPhase.PLANNING
-            )
-
-        # End planning phase in task logger
-        if task_logger:
-            task_logger.end_phase(
-                LogPhase.PLANNING,
-                success=(status != "error"),
-                message="Follow-up planning session completed",
-            )
-
-        if status == "error":
-            print()
-            print_status("Follow-up planning failed", "error")
-            status_manager.update(state=BuildState.ERROR)
-            return False
-
-        # Verify the plan was updated (should have pending subtasks now)
-        plan_file = spec_dir / "implementation_plan.json"
-        if plan_file.exists():
-            plan = ImplementationPlan.load(plan_file)
-
-            # Check if there are any pending subtasks
-            all_subtasks = [c for p in plan.phases for c in p.subtasks]
-            pending_subtasks = [c for c in all_subtasks if c.status.value == "pending"]
-
-            if pending_subtasks:
-                # Reset the plan status to in_progress (in case planner didn't)
-                plan.reset_for_followup()
-                await plan.async_save(plan_file)
-
-                print()
-                content = [
-                    bold(f"{icon(Icons.SUCCESS)} FOLLOW-UP PLANNING COMPLETE"),
-                    "",
-                    f"New pending subtasks: {highlight(str(len(pending_subtasks)))}",
-                    f"Total subtasks: {len(all_subtasks)}",
-                    "",
-                    muted("Next steps:"),
-                    f"  Run: {highlight(f'python auto-claude/run.py --spec {spec_dir.name}')}",
-                ]
-                print(box(content, width=70, style="heavy"))
-                print()
-                status_manager.update(state=BuildState.PAUSED)
-                return True
-            else:
-                print()
-                print_status(
-                    "Warning: No pending subtasks found after planning", "warning"
-                )
-                print(muted("The planner may not have added new subtasks."))
-                print(muted("Check implementation_plan.json manually."))
-                status_manager.update(state=BuildState.PAUSED)
-                return False
-        else:
-            print()
-            print_status(
-                "Error: implementation_plan.json not found after planning", "error"
-            )
-            status_manager.update(state=BuildState.ERROR)
-            return False
-
-    except Exception as e:
-        print()
-        print_status(f"Follow-up planning error: {e}", "error")
-        if task_logger:
-            task_logger.log_error(f"Follow-up planning error: {e}", LogPhase.PLANNING)
-        status_manager.update(state=BuildState.ERROR)
-        return False
+"""
+Planner Agent Module
+====================
+
+Handles follow-up planner sessions for adding new subtasks to completed specs.
+"""
+
+import logging
+from pathlib import Path
+
+from core.client import create_client
+from phase_config import get_phase_model, get_phase_thinking_budget
+from phase_event import ExecutionPhase, emit_phase
+from task_logger import (
+    LogPhase,
+    get_task_logger,
+)
+from ui import (
+    BuildState,
+    Icons,
+    StatusManager,
+    bold,
+    box,
+    highlight,
+    icon,
+    muted,
+    print_status,
+)
+
+from .session import run_agent_session
+
+logger = logging.getLogger(__name__)
+
+
+async def run_followup_planner(
+    project_dir: Path,
+    spec_dir: Path,
+    model: str,
+    verbose: bool = False,
+) -> bool:
+    """
+    Run the follow-up planner to add new subtasks to a completed spec.
+
+    This is a simplified version of run_autonomous_agent that:
+    1. Creates a client
+    2. Loads the followup planner prompt
+    3. Runs a single planning session
+    4. Returns after the plan is updated (doesn't enter coding loop)
+
+    The planner agent will:
+    - Read FOLLOWUP_REQUEST.md for the new task
+    - Read the existing implementation_plan.json
+    - Add new phase(s) with pending subtasks
+    - Update the plan status back to in_progress
+
+    Args:
+        project_dir: Root directory for the project
+        spec_dir: Directory containing the completed spec
+        model: Claude model to use
+        verbose: Whether to show detailed output
+
+    Returns:
+        bool: True if planning completed successfully
+    """
+    from implementation_plan import ImplementationPlan
+    from prompts import get_followup_planner_prompt
+
+    # Initialize status manager for ccstatusline
+    status_manager = StatusManager(project_dir)
+    status_manager.set_active(spec_dir.name, BuildState.PLANNING)
+    emit_phase(ExecutionPhase.PLANNING, "Follow-up planning")
+
+    # Initialize task logger for persistent logging
+    task_logger = get_task_logger(spec_dir)
+
+    # Show header
+    content = [
+        bold(f"{icon(Icons.GEAR)} FOLLOW-UP PLANNER SESSION"),
+        "",
+        f"Spec: {highlight(spec_dir.name)}",
+        muted("Adding follow-up work to completed spec."),
+        "",
+        muted("The agent will read your FOLLOWUP_REQUEST.md and add new subtasks."),
+    ]
+    print()
+    print(box(content, width=70, style="heavy"))
+    print()
+
+    # Start planning phase in task logger
+    if task_logger:
+        task_logger.start_phase(LogPhase.PLANNING, "Starting follow-up planning...")
+        task_logger.set_session(1)
+
+    # Create client with phase-specific model and thinking budget
+    # Respects task_metadata.json configuration when no CLI override
+    planning_model = get_phase_model(spec_dir, "planning", model)
+    planning_thinking_budget = get_phase_thinking_budget(spec_dir, "planning")
+    client = create_client(
+        project_dir,
+        spec_dir,
+        planning_model,
+        max_thinking_tokens=planning_thinking_budget,
+    )
+
+    # Generate follow-up planner prompt
+    prompt = get_followup_planner_prompt(spec_dir)
+
+    print_status("Running follow-up planner...", "progress")
+    print()
+
+    try:
+        # Run single planning session
+        async with client:
+            status, response = await run_agent_session(
+                client, prompt, spec_dir, verbose, phase=LogPhase.PLANNING
+            )
+
+        # End planning phase in task logger
+        if task_logger:
+            task_logger.end_phase(
+                LogPhase.PLANNING,
+                success=(status != "error"),
+                message="Follow-up planning session completed",
+            )
+
+        if status == "error":
+            print()
+            print_status("Follow-up planning failed", "error")
+            status_manager.update(state=BuildState.ERROR)
+            return False
+
+        # Verify the plan was updated (should have pending subtasks now)
+        plan_file = spec_dir / "implementation_plan.json"
+        if plan_file.exists():
+            plan = ImplementationPlan.load(plan_file)
+
+            # Check if there are any pending subtasks
+            all_subtasks = [c for p in plan.phases for c in p.subtasks]
+            pending_subtasks = [c for c in all_subtasks if c.status.value == "pending"]
+
+            if pending_subtasks:
+                # Reset the plan status to in_progress (in case planner didn't)
+                plan.reset_for_followup()
+                plan.save(plan_file)
+
+                print()
+                content = [
+                    bold(f"{icon(Icons.SUCCESS)} FOLLOW-UP PLANNING COMPLETE"),
+                    "",
+                    f"New pending subtasks: {highlight(str(len(pending_subtasks)))}",
+                    f"Total subtasks: {len(all_subtasks)}",
+                    "",
+                    muted("Next steps:"),
+                    f"  Run: {highlight(f'python auto-claude/run.py --spec {spec_dir.name}')}",
+                ]
+                print(box(content, width=70, style="heavy"))
+                print()
+                status_manager.update(state=BuildState.PAUSED)
+                return True
+            else:
+                print()
+                print_status(
+                    "Warning: No pending subtasks found after planning", "warning"
+                )
+                print(muted("The planner may not have added new subtasks."))
+                print(muted("Check implementation_plan.json manually."))
+                status_manager.update(state=BuildState.PAUSED)
+                return False
+        else:
+            print()
+            print_status(
+                "Error: implementation_plan.json not found after planning", "error"
+            )
+            status_manager.update(state=BuildState.ERROR)
+            return False
+
+    except Exception as e:
+        print()
+        print_status(f"Follow-up planning error: {e}", "error")
+        if task_logger:
+            task_logger.log_error(f"Follow-up planning error: {e}", LogPhase.PLANNING)
+        status_manager.update(state=BuildState.ERROR)
+        return False

apps/backend/agents/pr_template_filler.py

@@ -1,347 +0,0 @@
-"""
-PR Template Filler Agent Module
-================================
-
-Detects GitHub PR templates in a project and uses Claude to intelligently
-fill them based on code changes, spec context, commit history, and branch info.
-"""
-
-import logging
-from pathlib import Path
-
-from core.client import create_client
-from task_logger import LogPhase, get_task_logger
-
-from .session import run_agent_session
-
-logger = logging.getLogger(__name__)
-
-# Maximum diff size (in characters) before truncating to file-level summaries
-MAX_DIFF_CHARS = 30_000
-
-
-def detect_pr_template(project_dir: Path | str) -> str | None:
-    """
-    Detect a GitHub PR template in the project.
-
-    Searches for:
-    1. .github/PULL_REQUEST_TEMPLATE.md (single template)
-    2. .github/PULL_REQUEST_TEMPLATE/ directory (picks the first .md file)
-
-    Args:
-        project_dir: Root directory of the project
-
-    Returns:
-        The template content as a string, or None if no template is found.
-    """
-    project_dir = Path(project_dir)
-    # Check for single template file
-    single_template = project_dir / ".github" / "PULL_REQUEST_TEMPLATE.md"
-    if single_template.is_file():
-        try:
-            content = single_template.read_text(encoding="utf-8")
-            if content.strip():
-                logger.info(f"Found PR template: {single_template}")
-                return content
-        except Exception as e:
-            logger.warning(f"Failed to read PR template {single_template}: {e}")
-
-    # Check for template directory (pick first .md file alphabetically)
-    template_dir = project_dir / ".github" / "PULL_REQUEST_TEMPLATE"
-    if template_dir.is_dir():
-        try:
-            md_files = sorted(template_dir.glob("*.md"))
-            if md_files:
-                content = md_files[0].read_text(encoding="utf-8")
-                if content.strip():
-                    logger.info(f"Found PR template: {md_files[0]}")
-                    return content
-        except Exception as e:
-            logger.warning(f"Failed to read PR template from {template_dir}: {e}")
-
-    logger.info("No GitHub PR template found in project")
-    return None
-
-
-def _truncate_diff(diff_summary: str) -> str:
-    """
-    Truncate a large diff to file-level summaries to stay within token limits.
-
-    If the diff is within MAX_DIFF_CHARS, return it unchanged.
-    Otherwise, extract only file-level change summaries (e.g. file names
-    with insertions/deletions counts) and discard line-level detail.
-
-    Args:
-        diff_summary: The full diff summary text
-
-    Returns:
-        The original or truncated diff summary.
-    """
-    if len(diff_summary) <= MAX_DIFF_CHARS:
-        return diff_summary
-
-    lines = diff_summary.splitlines()
-    summary_lines: list[str] = []
-    summary_lines.append("(Diff truncated to file-level summaries due to size)")
-    summary_lines.append("")
-
-    for line in lines:
-        # Keep file-level summary lines (stat lines, file headers, etc.)
-        stripped = line.strip()
-        if (
-            stripped.startswith("diff --git")
-            or stripped.startswith("---")
-            or stripped.startswith("+++")
-            or "file changed" in stripped.lower()
-            or "files changed" in stripped.lower()
-            or "insertion" in stripped.lower()
-            or "deletion" in stripped.lower()
-            or stripped.startswith("rename")
-            or stripped.startswith("new file")
-            or stripped.startswith("deleted file")
-            or stripped.startswith("Binary files")
-        ):
-            summary_lines.append(line)
-
-    # If we couldn't extract meaningful summaries, take the first chunk
-    if len(summary_lines) <= 2:
-        truncated = diff_summary[:MAX_DIFF_CHARS]
-        return truncated + "\n\n(... diff truncated due to size)"
-
-    return "\n".join(summary_lines)
-
-
-def _strip_markdown_fences(content: str) -> str:
-    """
-    Strip markdown code fences from the response if present.
-
-    The AI sometimes wraps the output in ```markdown ... ``` even when instructed
-    not to. This ensures the PR body renders correctly on GitHub.
-
-    Args:
-        content: The response content to clean
-
-    Returns:
-        The content with markdown fences stripped.
-    """
-    result = content
-
-    # Strip opening fence (```markdown or just ```)
-    if result.startswith("```markdown"):
-        result = result[len("```markdown") :].lstrip("\n")
-    elif result.startswith("```md"):
-        result = result[len("```md") :].lstrip("\n")
-    elif result.startswith("```"):
-        result = result[3:].lstrip("\n")
-
-    # Strip closing fence
-    if result.endswith("```"):
-        result = result[:-3].rstrip("\n")
-
-    return result.strip()
-
-
-def _build_prompt(
-    template_content: str,
-    diff_summary: str,
-    spec_overview: str,
-    commit_log: str,
-    branch_name: str,
-    target_branch: str,
-) -> str:
-    """
-    Build the prompt for the PR template filler agent.
-
-    Combines the system prompt context variables into a single message
-    that includes the template and all change context.
-
-    Args:
-        template_content: The PR template markdown
-        diff_summary: Git diff summary (possibly truncated)
-        spec_overview: Spec.md content or summary
-        commit_log: Git log of commits in the PR
-        branch_name: Source branch name
-        target_branch: Target branch name
-
-    Returns:
-        The assembled prompt string.
-    """
-    return f"""Fill out the following GitHub PR template using the provided context.
-Return ONLY the filled template markdown — no preamble, no explanation, no code fences.
-
-## Checkbox Guidelines
-
-IMPORTANT: Be accurate and honest about what has and hasn't been verified.
-
-**Check these based on context (you can infer from the diff/spec):**
-- Base Branch targeting — check based on target_branch value
-- Type of Change (bug fix, feature, docs, refactor, test) — infer from diff and spec
-- Area (Frontend, Backend, Fullstack) — infer from changed file paths
-- Feature Toggle "N/A" — if the feature appears complete and not behind a flag
-- Breaking Changes "No" — if changes appear backward compatible
-
-**Leave UNCHECKED (these require human verification you cannot perform):**
-- "I've tested my changes locally" — you have not tested anything
-- "All CI checks pass" — CI has not run yet
-- "Windows/macOS/Linux tested" — requires manual testing on each platform
-- "All existing tests pass" — CI has not run yet
-- "New features include test coverage" — unless test files are clearly visible in the diff
-- "Bug fixes include regression tests" — unless test files are clearly visible in the diff
-
-**For platform/code quality checkboxes:**
-- "Used centralized platform/ module" — leave unchecked unless you can verify from the diff
-- "No hardcoded paths" — leave unchecked unless you can verify from the diff
-- "PR is small and focused (< 400 lines)" — check only if diff stats show < 400 lines changed
-
-**For the "I've synced with develop branch" checkbox:**
-- Leave unchecked — you cannot verify the sync status
-
-## PR Template
-
-{template_content}
-
-## Change Context
-
-### Branch Information
-- **Source branch:** {branch_name}
-- **Target branch:** {target_branch}
-
-### Git Diff Summary
-```
-{diff_summary}
-```
-
-### Spec Overview
-{spec_overview}
-
-### Commit History
-```
-{commit_log}
-```
-
-Fill every section of the PR template. Follow the checkbox guidelines above carefully.
-Output ONLY the completed template — no code fences, no preamble."""
-
-
-def _load_spec_overview(spec_dir: Path) -> str:
-    """
-    Load the spec.md content for context. Falls back to a brief note if unavailable.
-
-    Args:
-        spec_dir: Directory containing the spec files
-
-    Returns:
-        The spec content or a fallback message.
-    """
-    spec_file = spec_dir / "spec.md"
-    if spec_file.is_file():
-        try:
-            content = spec_file.read_text(encoding="utf-8")
-            # Truncate very long specs to keep prompt manageable
-            if len(content) > 8000:
-                return content[:8000] + "\n\n(... spec truncated for brevity)"
-            return content
-        except Exception as e:
-            logger.warning(f"Failed to read spec.md: {e}")
-    return "(No spec overview available)"
-
-
-async def run_pr_template_filler(
-    project_dir: Path,
-    spec_dir: Path,
-    model: str,
-    thinking_budget: int | None = None,
-    branch_name: str = "",
-    target_branch: str = "develop",
-    diff_summary: str = "",
-    commit_log: str = "",
-    verbose: bool = False,
-) -> str | None:
-    """
-    Run the PR template filler agent to generate a filled PR body.
-
-    Detects the project's PR template, gathers change context, and invokes
-    Claude to intelligently fill out the template sections.
-
-    Args:
-        project_dir: Root directory of the project
-        spec_dir: Directory containing the spec files
-        model: Claude model to use
-        thinking_budget: Max thinking tokens (None to disable extended thinking)
-        branch_name: Source branch name for the PR
-        target_branch: Target branch name for the PR
-        diff_summary: Git diff summary of changes
-        commit_log: Git log of commits included in the PR
-        verbose: Whether to show detailed output
-
-    Returns:
-        The filled template markdown string, or None if template detection fails
-        or the agent encounters an error.
-    """
-    # Detect PR template
-    template_content = detect_pr_template(project_dir)
-    if template_content is None:
-        logger.info("No PR template detected — skipping template filler")
-        return None
-
-    # Load spec overview
-    spec_overview = _load_spec_overview(spec_dir)
-
-    # Truncate diff if too large
-    truncated_diff = _truncate_diff(diff_summary)
-
-    # Build the prompt
-    prompt = _build_prompt(
-        template_content=template_content,
-        diff_summary=truncated_diff,
-        spec_overview=spec_overview,
-        commit_log=commit_log,
-        branch_name=branch_name,
-        target_branch=target_branch,
-    )
-
-    # Initialize task logger
-    task_logger = get_task_logger(spec_dir)
-    if task_logger:
-        task_logger.start_phase(LogPhase.CODING, "PR template filling")
-
-    # Create client following the pattern from planner.py
-    client = create_client(
-        project_dir,
-        spec_dir,
-        model,
-        agent_type="pr_template_filler",
-        max_thinking_tokens=thinking_budget,
-    )
-
-    try:
-        async with client:
-            status, response, _ = await run_agent_session(
-                client, prompt, spec_dir, verbose, phase=LogPhase.CODING
-            )
-
-        if task_logger:
-            task_logger.end_phase(
-                LogPhase.CODING,
-                success=(status != "error"),
-                message="PR template filling completed",
-            )
-
-        if status == "error":
-            logger.error("PR template filler agent returned an error")
-            return None
-
-        # The agent should return only the filled template markdown
-        if response and response.strip():
-            result = _strip_markdown_fences(response.strip())
-            logger.info("PR template filled successfully")
-            return result
-
-        logger.warning("PR template filler returned empty response")
-        return None
-
-    except Exception as e:
-        logger.error(f"PR template filler error: {e}")
-        if task_logger:
-            task_logger.log_error(f"PR template filler error: {e}", LogPhase.CODING)
-        return None

apps/backend/agents/tools_pkg/models.py

@@ -216,9 +216,8 @@ AGENT_CONFIGS = {
     # QA PHASES (Read + test + browser + Graphiti memory)
     # ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
     "qa_reviewer": {
-        # Read + Write/Edit (for QA reports and plan updates) + Bash (for tests)
-        # Note: Reviewer writes to spec directory only (qa_report.md, implementation_plan.json)
-        "tools": BASE_READ_TOOLS + BASE_WRITE_TOOLS + WEB_TOOLS,
+        # Read-only + Bash (for running tests) - reviewer should NOT edit code
+        "tools": BASE_READ_TOOLS + ["Bash"] + WEB_TOOLS,
         "mcp_servers": ["context7", "graphiti", "auto-claude", "browser"],
         "mcp_servers_optional": ["linear"],  # For updating issue status
         "auto_claude_tools": [
@@ -247,9 +246,7 @@ AGENT_CONFIGS = {
         "tools": BASE_READ_TOOLS + WEB_TOOLS,
         "mcp_servers": [],
         "auto_claude_tools": [],
-        # Note: Default to "none" because insight_extractor uses Haiku which doesn't support thinking
-        # If using Sonnet/Opus models, override max_thinking_tokens in create_simple_client()
-        "thinking_default": "none",
+        "thinking_default": "medium",
     },
     "merge_resolver": {
         "tools": [],  # Text-only analysis
@@ -263,12 +260,6 @@ AGENT_CONFIGS = {
         "auto_claude_tools": [],
         "thinking_default": "low",
     },
-    "pr_template_filler": {
-        "tools": BASE_READ_TOOLS,  # Read-only — reads diff, template, spec
-        "mcp_servers": [],  # No MCP needed, context passed via prompt
-        "auto_claude_tools": [],
-        "thinking_default": "low",  # Fast utility task for structured fill-in
-    },
     "pr_reviewer": {
         "tools": BASE_READ_TOOLS + WEB_TOOLS,  # Read-only
         "mcp_servers": ["context7"],
@@ -276,30 +267,18 @@ AGENT_CONFIGS = {
         "thinking_default": "high",
     },
     "pr_orchestrator_parallel": {
-        # Read-only for parallel PR orchestrator
-        # NOTE: Do NOT add "Task" here - the SDK auto-allows Task when agents are defined
-        # via the --agents flag. Explicitly adding it interferes with agent registration.
-        "tools": BASE_READ_TOOLS + WEB_TOOLS,
+        "tools": BASE_READ_TOOLS + WEB_TOOLS,  # Read-only for parallel PR orchestrator
         "mcp_servers": ["context7"],
         "auto_claude_tools": [],
         "thinking_default": "high",
     },
     "pr_followup_parallel": {
-        # Read-only for parallel followup reviewer
-        # NOTE: Do NOT add "Task" here - same reason as pr_orchestrator_parallel
-        "tools": BASE_READ_TOOLS + WEB_TOOLS,
+        "tools": BASE_READ_TOOLS
+        + WEB_TOOLS,  # Read-only for parallel followup reviewer
         "mcp_servers": ["context7"],
         "auto_claude_tools": [],
         "thinking_default": "high",
     },
-    "pr_finding_validator": {
-        # Standalone validator for re-checking findings against actual code
-        # Called separately from orchestrator to validate findings with fresh context
-        "tools": BASE_READ_TOOLS,
-        "mcp_servers": [],
-        "auto_claude_tools": [],
-        "thinking_default": "medium",
-    },
     # ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════
     # ANALYSIS PHASES
     # ═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════

apps/backend/agents/tools_pkg/tools/memory.py

@@ -4,16 +4,9 @@ Session Memory Tools
 
 Tools for recording and retrieving session memory, including discoveries,
 gotchas, and patterns.
-
-Dual-storage approach:
-- File-based: Always available, works offline, spec-specific
-- LadybugDB: When Graphiti is enabled, also saves to graph database for
-  cross-session retrieval and Memory UI display
 """
 
-import asyncio
 import json
-import logging
 from datetime import datetime, timezone
 from pathlib import Path
 from typing import Any
@@ -26,110 +19,6 @@ except ImportError:
     SDK_TOOLS_AVAILABLE = False
     tool = None
 
-logger = logging.getLogger(__name__)
-
-
-async def _save_to_graphiti_async(
-    spec_dir: Path,
-    project_dir: Path,
-    save_type: str,
-    data: dict,
-) -> bool:
-    """
-    Save data to Graphiti/LadybugDB (async implementation).
-
-    Args:
-        spec_dir: Spec directory for GraphitiMemory initialization
-        project_dir: Project root directory
-        save_type: Type of save - 'discovery', 'gotcha', or 'pattern'
-        data: Data to save
-
-    Returns:
-        True if save succeeded, False otherwise
-    """
-    try:
-        # Use centralized helper for GraphitiMemory instantiation
-        # The helper handles enablement checks internally
-        from memory.graphiti_helpers import get_graphiti_memory
-
-        memory = await get_graphiti_memory(spec_dir, project_dir)
-        if memory is None:
-            return False
-
-        try:
-            if save_type == "discovery":
-                # Save as codebase discovery
-                # Format: {file_path: description}
-                result = await memory.save_codebase_discoveries(
-                    {data["file_path"]: data["description"]}
-                )
-            elif save_type == "gotcha":
-                # Save as gotcha
-                gotcha_text = data["gotcha"]
-                if data.get("context"):
-                    gotcha_text += f" (Context: {data['context']})"
-                result = await memory.save_gotcha(gotcha_text)
-            elif save_type == "pattern":
-                # Save as pattern
-                result = await memory.save_pattern(data["pattern"])
-            else:
-                result = False
-            return result
-        finally:
-            # Always close the memory connection (swallow exceptions to avoid overriding)
-            try:
-                await memory.close()
-            except Exception as e:
-                logger.debug(
-                    "Failed to close Graphiti memory connection", exc_info=True
-                )
-
-    except Exception as e:
-        logger.warning(f"Failed to save to Graphiti: {e}")
-        return False
-
-
-def _save_to_graphiti_sync(
-    spec_dir: Path,
-    project_dir: Path,
-    save_type: str,
-    data: dict,
-) -> bool:
-    """
-    Save data to Graphiti/LadybugDB (synchronous wrapper for sync contexts only).
-
-    NOTE: This should only be called from synchronous code. For async callers,
-    use _save_to_graphiti_async() directly to ensure proper resource cleanup.
-
-    Args:
-        spec_dir: Spec directory for GraphitiMemory initialization
-        project_dir: Project root directory
-        save_type: Type of save - 'discovery', 'gotcha', or 'pattern'
-        data: Data to save
-
-    Returns:
-        True if save succeeded, False otherwise
-    """
-    try:
-        # Check if we're already in an async context
-        try:
-            asyncio.get_running_loop()
-            # We're in an async context - caller should use _save_to_graphiti_async
-            # Log a warning and return False to avoid the resource leak bug
-            logger.warning(
-                "_save_to_graphiti_sync called from async context. "
-                "Use _save_to_graphiti_async instead for proper cleanup."
-            )
-            return False
-        except RuntimeError:
-            # No running loop - safe to create one
-            return asyncio.run(
-                _save_to_graphiti_async(spec_dir, project_dir, save_type, data)
-            )
-    except Exception as e:
-        logger.warning(f"Failed to save to Graphiti: {e}")
-        return False
-
 
 def create_memory_tools(spec_dir: Path, project_dir: Path) -> list:
     """
@@ -156,7 +45,7 @@ def create_memory_tools(spec_dir: Path, project_dir: Path) -> list:
         {"file_path": str, "description": str, "category": str},
     )
     async def record_discovery(args: dict[str, Any]) -> dict[str, Any]:
-        """Record a discovery to the codebase map (file + Graphiti)."""
+        """Record a discovery to the codebase map."""
         file_path = args["file_path"]
         description = args["description"]
         category = args.get("category", "general")
@@ -165,13 +54,11 @@ def create_memory_tools(spec_dir: Path, project_dir: Path) -> list:
         memory_dir.mkdir(exist_ok=True)
 
         codebase_map_file = memory_dir / "codebase_map.json"
-        saved_to_graphiti = False
 
         try:
-            # PRIMARY: Save to file-based storage (always works)
             # Load existing map or create new
             if codebase_map_file.exists():
-                with open(codebase_map_file, encoding="utf-8") as f:
+                with open(codebase_map_file) as f:
                     codebase_map = json.load(f)
             else:
                 codebase_map = {
@@ -187,26 +74,14 @@ def create_memory_tools(spec_dir: Path, project_dir: Path) -> list:
             }
             codebase_map["last_updated"] = datetime.now(timezone.utc).isoformat()
 
-            with open(codebase_map_file, "w", encoding="utf-8") as f:
+            with open(codebase_map_file, "w") as f:
                 json.dump(codebase_map, f, indent=2)
 
-            # SECONDARY: Also save to Graphiti/LadybugDB (for Memory UI)
-            saved_to_graphiti = await _save_to_graphiti_async(
-                spec_dir,
-                project_dir,
-                "discovery",
-                {
-                    "file_path": file_path,
-                    "description": f"[{category}] {description}",
-                },
-            )
-
-            storage_note = " (also saved to memory graph)" if saved_to_graphiti else ""
             return {
                 "content": [
                     {
                         "type": "text",
-                        "text": f"Recorded discovery for '{file_path}': {description}{storage_note}",
+                        "text": f"Recorded discovery for '{file_path}': {description}",
                     }
                 ]
             }
@@ -227,7 +102,7 @@ def create_memory_tools(spec_dir: Path, project_dir: Path) -> list:
         {"gotcha": str, "context": str},
     )
     async def record_gotcha(args: dict[str, Any]) -> dict[str, Any]:
-        """Record a gotcha to session memory (file + Graphiti)."""
+        """Record a gotcha to session memory."""
         gotcha = args["gotcha"]
         context = args.get("context", "")
 
@@ -235,10 +110,8 @@ def create_memory_tools(spec_dir: Path, project_dir: Path) -> list:
         memory_dir.mkdir(exist_ok=True)
 
         gotchas_file = memory_dir / "gotchas.md"
-        saved_to_graphiti = False
 
         try:
-            # PRIMARY: Save to file-based storage (always works)
             timestamp = datetime.now(timezone.utc).strftime("%Y-%m-%d %H:%M")
 
             entry = f"\n## [{timestamp}]\n{gotcha}"
@@ -246,27 +119,14 @@ def create_memory_tools(spec_dir: Path, project_dir: Path) -> list:
                 entry += f"\n\n_Context: {context}_"
             entry += "\n"
 
-            with open(gotchas_file, "a", encoding="utf-8") as f:
+            with open(gotchas_file, "a") as f:
                 if not gotchas_file.exists() or gotchas_file.stat().st_size == 0:
                     f.write(
                         "# Gotchas & Pitfalls\n\nThings to watch out for in this codebase.\n"
                     )
                 f.write(entry)
 
-            # SECONDARY: Also save to Graphiti/LadybugDB (for Memory UI)
-            saved_to_graphiti = await _save_to_graphiti_async(
-                spec_dir,
-                project_dir,
-                "gotcha",
-                {"gotcha": gotcha, "context": context},
-            )
-
-            storage_note = " (also saved to memory graph)" if saved_to_graphiti else ""
-            return {
-                "content": [
-                    {"type": "text", "text": f"Recorded gotcha: {gotcha}{storage_note}"}
-                ]
-            }
+            return {"content": [{"type": "text", "text": f"Recorded gotcha: {gotcha}"}]}
 
         except Exception as e:
             return {
@@ -303,7 +163,7 @@ def create_memory_tools(spec_dir: Path, project_dir: Path) -> list:
         codebase_map_file = memory_dir / "codebase_map.json"
         if codebase_map_file.exists():
             try:
-                with open(codebase_map_file, encoding="utf-8") as f:
+                with open(codebase_map_file) as f:
                     codebase_map = json.load(f)
 
                 discoveries = codebase_map.get("discovered_files", {})
@@ -319,7 +179,7 @@ def create_memory_tools(spec_dir: Path, project_dir: Path) -> list:
         gotchas_file = memory_dir / "gotchas.md"
         if gotchas_file.exists():
             try:
-                content = gotchas_file.read_text(encoding="utf-8")
+                content = gotchas_file.read_text()
                 if content.strip():
                     result_parts.append("\n## Gotchas")
                     # Take last 1000 chars to avoid too much context
@@ -333,7 +193,7 @@ def create_memory_tools(spec_dir: Path, project_dir: Path) -> list:
         patterns_file = memory_dir / "patterns.md"
         if patterns_file.exists():
             try:
-                content = patterns_file.read_text(encoding="utf-8")
+                content = patterns_file.read_text()
                 if content.strip():
                     result_parts.append("\n## Patterns")
                     result_parts.append(

apps/backend/agents/tools_pkg/tools/progress.py

@@ -57,7 +57,7 @@ def create_progress_tools(spec_dir: Path, project_dir: Path) -> list:
             }
 
         try:
-            with open(plan_file, encoding="utf-8") as f:
+            with open(plan_file) as f:
                 plan = json.load(f)
 
             stats = {

apps/backend/agents/tools_pkg/tools/qa.py

@@ -6,14 +6,10 @@ Tools for managing QA status and sign-off in implementation_plan.json.
 """
 
 import json
-import logging
 from datetime import datetime, timezone
 from pathlib import Path
 from typing import Any
 
-from core.file_utils import write_json_atomic
-from spec.validate_pkg.auto_fix import auto_fix_plan
-
 try:
     from claude_agent_sdk import tool
 
@@ -23,49 +19,6 @@ except ImportError:
     tool = None
 
 
-def _apply_qa_update(
-    plan: dict[str, Any],
-    status: str,
-    issues: list[Any],
-    tests_passed: dict[str, Any],
-) -> int:
-    """
-    Apply QA update to the plan and return the new QA session number.
-
-    Args:
-        plan: The implementation plan dict
-        status: QA status (pending, in_review, approved, rejected, fixes_applied)
-        issues: List of issues found
-        tests_passed: Dict of test results
-
-    Returns:
-        The new QA session number
-    """
-    # Get current QA session number
-    current_qa = plan.get("qa_signoff", {})
-    qa_session = current_qa.get("qa_session", 0)
-    if status in ["in_review", "rejected"]:
-        qa_session += 1
-
-    plan["qa_signoff"] = {
-        "status": status,
-        "qa_session": qa_session,
-        "issues_found": issues,
-        "tests_passed": tests_passed,
-        "timestamp": datetime.now(timezone.utc).isoformat(),
-        "ready_for_qa_revalidation": status == "fixes_applied",
-    }
-
-    # NOTE: Do NOT write plan["status"] or plan["planStatus"] here.
-    # The frontend XState task state machine owns status transitions.
-    # Writing status here races with XState's persistPlanStatusAndReasonSync()
-    # and can clobber the reviewReason field, causing tasks to appear "incomplete".
-
-    plan["last_updated"] = datetime.now(timezone.utc).isoformat()
-
-    return qa_session
-
-
 def create_qa_tools(spec_dir: Path, project_dir: Path) -> list:
     """
     Create QA management tools.
@@ -136,13 +89,37 @@ def create_qa_tools(spec_dir: Path, project_dir: Path) -> list:
             except json.JSONDecodeError:
                 tests_passed = {}
 
-            with open(plan_file, encoding="utf-8") as f:
+            with open(plan_file) as f:
                 plan = json.load(f)
 
-            qa_session = _apply_qa_update(plan, status, issues, tests_passed)
+            # Get current QA session number
+            current_qa = plan.get("qa_signoff", {})
+            qa_session = current_qa.get("qa_session", 0)
+            if status in ["in_review", "rejected"]:
+                qa_session += 1
 
-            # Use atomic write to prevent file corruption
-            write_json_atomic(plan_file, plan, indent=2)
+            plan["qa_signoff"] = {
+                "status": status,
+                "qa_session": qa_session,
+                "issues_found": issues,
+                "tests_passed": tests_passed,
+                "timestamp": datetime.now(timezone.utc).isoformat(),
+                "ready_for_qa_revalidation": status == "fixes_applied",
+            }
+
+            # Update plan status to match QA result
+            # This ensures the UI shows the correct column after QA
+            if status == "approved":
+                plan["status"] = "human_review"
+                plan["planStatus"] = "review"
+            elif status == "rejected":
+                plan["status"] = "human_review"
+                plan["planStatus"] = "review"
+
+            plan["last_updated"] = datetime.now(timezone.utc).isoformat()
+
+            with open(plan_file, "w") as f:
+                json.dump(plan, f, indent=2)
 
             return {
                 "content": [
@@ -153,47 +130,6 @@ def create_qa_tools(spec_dir: Path, project_dir: Path) -> list:
                 ]
             }
 
-        except json.JSONDecodeError as e:
-            # Attempt to auto-fix the plan and retry
-            if auto_fix_plan(spec_dir):
-                # Retry after fix
-                try:
-                    with open(plan_file, encoding="utf-8") as f:
-                        plan = json.load(f)
-
-                    qa_session = _apply_qa_update(plan, status, issues, tests_passed)
-                    write_json_atomic(plan_file, plan, indent=2)
-
-                    return {
-                        "content": [
-                            {
-                                "type": "text",
-                                "text": f"Updated QA status to '{status}' (session {qa_session}) (after auto-fix)",
-                            }
-                        ]
-                    }
-                except Exception as retry_err:
-                    logging.warning(
-                        f"QA update retry failed after auto-fix: {retry_err} (original error: {e})"
-                    )
-                    return {
-                        "content": [
-                            {
-                                "type": "text",
-                                "text": f"Error: QA update failed after auto-fix: {retry_err} (original JSON error: {e})",
-                            }
-                        ]
-                    }
-
-            return {
-                "content": [
-                    {
-                        "type": "text",
-                        "text": f"Error: Invalid JSON in implementation_plan.json: {e}",
-                    }
-                ]
-            }
-
         except Exception as e:
             return {
                 "content": [{"type": "text", "text": f"Error updating QA status: {e}"}]

apps/backend/agents/tools_pkg/tools/subtask.py

@@ -6,14 +6,10 @@ Tools for managing subtask status in implementation_plan.json.
 """
 
 import json
-import logging
 from datetime import datetime, timezone
 from pathlib import Path
 from typing import Any
 
-from core.file_utils import write_json_atomic
-from spec.validate_pkg.auto_fix import auto_fix_plan
-
 try:
     from claude_agent_sdk import tool
 
@@ -23,43 +19,6 @@ except ImportError:
     tool = None
 
 
-def _update_subtask_in_plan(
-    plan: dict[str, Any],
-    subtask_id: str,
-    status: str,
-    notes: str,
-) -> bool:
-    """
-    Update a subtask in the plan.
-
-    Args:
-        plan: The implementation plan dict
-        subtask_id: ID of the subtask to update
-        status: New status (pending, in_progress, completed, failed)
-        notes: Optional notes to add
-
-    Returns:
-        True if subtask was found and updated, False otherwise
-    """
-    subtask_found = False
-    for phase in plan.get("phases", []):
-        for subtask in phase.get("subtasks", []):
-            if subtask.get("id") == subtask_id:
-                subtask["status"] = status
-                if notes:
-                    subtask["notes"] = notes
-                subtask["updated_at"] = datetime.now(timezone.utc).isoformat()
-                subtask_found = True
-                break
-        if subtask_found:
-            break
-
-    if subtask_found:
-        plan["last_updated"] = datetime.now(timezone.utc).isoformat()
-
-    return subtask_found
-
-
 def create_subtask_tools(spec_dir: Path, project_dir: Path) -> list:
     """
     Create subtask management tools.
@@ -113,10 +72,22 @@ def create_subtask_tools(spec_dir: Path, project_dir: Path) -> list:
             }
 
         try:
-            with open(plan_file, encoding="utf-8") as f:
+            with open(plan_file) as f:
                 plan = json.load(f)
 
-            subtask_found = _update_subtask_in_plan(plan, subtask_id, status, notes)
+            # Find and update the subtask
+            subtask_found = False
+            for phase in plan.get("phases", []):
+                for subtask in phase.get("subtasks", []):
+                    if subtask.get("id") == subtask_id:
+                        subtask["status"] = status
+                        if notes:
+                            subtask["notes"] = notes
+                        subtask["updated_at"] = datetime.now(timezone.utc).isoformat()
+                        subtask_found = True
+                        break
+                if subtask_found:
+                    break
 
             if not subtask_found:
                 return {
@@ -128,8 +99,11 @@ def create_subtask_tools(spec_dir: Path, project_dir: Path) -> list:
                     ]
                 }
 
-            # Use atomic write to prevent file corruption
-            write_json_atomic(plan_file, plan, indent=2)
+            # Update plan metadata
+            plan["last_updated"] = datetime.now(timezone.utc).isoformat()
+
+            with open(plan_file, "w") as f:
+                json.dump(plan, f, indent=2)
 
             return {
                 "content": [
@@ -141,49 +115,6 @@ def create_subtask_tools(spec_dir: Path, project_dir: Path) -> list:
             }
 
         except json.JSONDecodeError as e:
-            # Attempt to auto-fix the plan and retry
-            if auto_fix_plan(spec_dir):
-                # Retry after fix
-                try:
-                    with open(plan_file, encoding="utf-8") as f:
-                        plan = json.load(f)
-
-                    subtask_found = _update_subtask_in_plan(
-                        plan, subtask_id, status, notes
-                    )
-
-                    if subtask_found:
-                        write_json_atomic(plan_file, plan, indent=2)
-                        return {
-                            "content": [
-                                {
-                                    "type": "text",
-                                    "text": f"Successfully updated subtask '{subtask_id}' to status '{status}' (after auto-fix)",
-                                }
-                            ]
-                        }
-                    else:
-                        return {
-                            "content": [
-                                {
-                                    "type": "text",
-                                    "text": f"Error: Subtask '{subtask_id}' not found in implementation plan (after auto-fix)",
-                                }
-                            ]
-                        }
-                except Exception as retry_err:
-                    logging.warning(
-                        f"Subtask update retry failed after auto-fix: {retry_err}"
-                    )
-                    return {
-                        "content": [
-                            {
-                                "type": "text",
-                                "text": f"Error: Subtask update failed after auto-fix: {retry_err}",
-                            }
-                        ]
-                    }
-
             return {
                 "content": [
                     {

apps/backend/agents/utils.py

@@ -8,38 +8,40 @@ Helper functions for git operations, plan management, and file syncing.
 import json
 import logging
 import shutil
+import subprocess
 from pathlib import Path
 
-from core.git_executable import run_git
-
 logger = logging.getLogger(__name__)
 
 
 def get_latest_commit(project_dir: Path) -> str | None:
     """Get the hash of the latest git commit."""
-    result = run_git(
-        ["rev-parse", "HEAD"],
-        cwd=project_dir,
-        timeout=10,
-    )
-    if result.returncode == 0:
+    try:
+        result = subprocess.run(
+            ["git", "rev-parse", "HEAD"],
+            cwd=project_dir,
+            capture_output=True,
+            text=True,
+            check=True,
+        )
         return result.stdout.strip()
-    return None
+    except subprocess.CalledProcessError:
+        return None
 
 
 def get_commit_count(project_dir: Path) -> int:
     """Get the total number of commits."""
-    result = run_git(
-        ["rev-list", "--count", "HEAD"],
-        cwd=project_dir,
-        timeout=10,
-    )
-    if result.returncode == 0:
-        try:
-            return int(result.stdout.strip())
-        except ValueError:
-            return 0
-    return 0
+    try:
+        result = subprocess.run(
+            ["git", "rev-list", "--count", "HEAD"],
+            cwd=project_dir,
+            capture_output=True,
+            text=True,
+            check=True,
+        )
+        return int(result.stdout.strip())
+    except (subprocess.CalledProcessError, ValueError):
+        return 0
 
 
 def load_implementation_plan(spec_dir: Path) -> dict | None:
@@ -48,9 +50,9 @@ def load_implementation_plan(spec_dir: Path) -> dict | None:
     if not plan_file.exists():
         return None
     try:
-        with open(plan_file, encoding="utf-8") as f:
+        with open(plan_file) as f:
             return json.load(f)
-    except (OSError, json.JSONDecodeError, UnicodeDecodeError):
+    except (OSError, json.JSONDecodeError):
         return None
 
 
@@ -72,32 +74,16 @@ def find_phase_for_subtask(plan: dict, subtask_id: str) -> dict | None:
     return None
 
 
-def sync_spec_to_source(spec_dir: Path, source_spec_dir: Path | None) -> bool:
+def sync_plan_to_source(spec_dir: Path, source_spec_dir: Path | None) -> bool:
     """
-    Sync ALL spec files from worktree back to source spec directory.
+    Sync implementation_plan.json from worktree back to source spec directory.
 
-    When running in isolated mode (worktrees), the agent creates and updates
-    many files inside the worktree's spec directory. This function syncs ALL
-    of them back to the main project's spec directory.
-
-    IMPORTANT: Since .auto-claude/ is gitignored, this sync happens to the
-    local filesystem regardless of what branch the user is on. The worktree
-    may be on a different branch (e.g., auto-claude/093-task), but the sync
-    target is always the main project's .auto-claude/specs/ directory.
-
-    Files synced (all files in spec directory):
-    - implementation_plan.json - Task status and subtask completion
-    - build-progress.txt - Session-by-session progress notes
-    - task_logs.json - Execution logs
-    - review_state.json - QA review state
-    - critique_report.json - Spec critique findings
-    - suggested_commit_message.txt - Commit suggestions
-    - REGRESSION_TEST_REPORT.md - Test regression report
-    - spec.md, context.json, etc. - Original spec files (for completeness)
-    - memory/ directory - Codebase map, patterns, gotchas, session insights
+    When running in isolated mode (worktrees), the agent updates the implementation
+    plan inside the worktree. This function syncs those changes back to the main
+    project's spec directory so the frontend/UI can see the progress.
 
     Args:
-        spec_dir: Current spec directory (inside worktree)
+        spec_dir: Current spec directory (may be inside worktree)
         source_spec_dir: Original spec directory in main project (outside worktree)
 
     Returns:
@@ -114,68 +100,17 @@ def sync_spec_to_source(spec_dir: Path, source_spec_dir: Path | None) -> bool:
     if spec_dir_resolved == source_spec_dir_resolved:
         return False  # Same directory, no sync needed
 
-    synced_any = False
+    # Sync the implementation plan
+    plan_file = spec_dir / "implementation_plan.json"
+    if not plan_file.exists():
+        return False
 
-    # Ensure source directory exists
-    source_spec_dir.mkdir(parents=True, exist_ok=True)
+    source_plan_file = source_spec_dir / "implementation_plan.json"
 
     try:
-        # Sync all files and directories from worktree spec to source spec
-        for item in spec_dir.iterdir():
-            # Skip symlinks to prevent path traversal attacks
-            if item.is_symlink():
-                logger.warning(f"Skipping symlink during sync: {item.name}")
-                continue
-
-            source_item = source_spec_dir / item.name
-
-            if item.is_file():
-                # Copy file (preserves timestamps)
-                shutil.copy2(item, source_item)
-                logger.debug(f"Synced {item.name} to source")
-                synced_any = True
-
-            elif item.is_dir():
-                # Recursively sync directory
-                _sync_directory(item, source_item)
-                synced_any = True
-
+        shutil.copy2(plan_file, source_plan_file)
+        logger.debug(f"Synced implementation plan to source: {source_plan_file}")
+        return True
     except Exception as e:
-        logger.warning(f"Failed to sync spec directory to source: {e}")
-
-    return synced_any
-
-
-def _sync_directory(source_dir: Path, target_dir: Path) -> None:
-    """
-    Recursively sync a directory from source to target.
-
-    Args:
-        source_dir: Source directory (in worktree)
-        target_dir: Target directory (in main project)
-    """
-    # Create target directory if needed
-    target_dir.mkdir(parents=True, exist_ok=True)
-
-    for item in source_dir.iterdir():
-        # Skip symlinks to prevent path traversal attacks
-        if item.is_symlink():
-            logger.warning(
-                f"Skipping symlink during sync: {source_dir.name}/{item.name}"
-            )
-            continue
-
-        target_item = target_dir / item.name
-
-        if item.is_file():
-            shutil.copy2(item, target_item)
-            logger.debug(f"Synced {source_dir.name}/{item.name} to source")
-        elif item.is_dir():
-            # Recurse into subdirectories
-            _sync_directory(item, target_item)
-
-
-# Keep the old name as an alias for backward compatibility
-def sync_plan_to_source(spec_dir: Path, source_spec_dir: Path | None) -> bool:
-    """Alias for sync_spec_to_source for backward compatibility."""
-    return sync_spec_to_source(spec_dir, source_spec_dir)
+        logger.warning(f"Failed to sync implementation plan to source: {e}")
+        return False

apps/backend/analysis/analyzers/__init__.py

@@ -46,7 +46,7 @@ def analyze_project(project_dir: Path, output_file: Path | None = None) -> dict:
 
     if output_file:
         output_file.parent.mkdir(parents=True, exist_ok=True)
-        with open(output_file, "w", encoding="utf-8") as f:
+        with open(output_file, "w") as f:
             json.dump(results, f, indent=2)
         print(f"Project index saved to: {output_file}")
 
@@ -87,7 +87,7 @@ def analyze_service(
 
     if output_file:
         output_file.parent.mkdir(parents=True, exist_ok=True)
-        with open(output_file, "w", encoding="utf-8") as f:
+        with open(output_file, "w") as f:
             json.dump(results, f, indent=2)
         print(f"Service analysis saved to: {output_file}")
 

apps/backend/analysis/analyzers/base.py

@@ -99,7 +99,7 @@ class BaseAnalyzer:
     def _read_file(self, path: str) -> str:
         """Read a file relative to the analyzer's path."""
         try:
-            return (self.path / path).read_text(encoding="utf-8")
+            return (self.path / path).read_text()
         except (OSError, UnicodeDecodeError):
             return ""
 

apps/backend/analysis/analyzers/context/auth_detector.py

@@ -126,7 +126,7 @@ class AuthDetector(BaseAnalyzer):
 
         for py_file in all_py_files:
             try:
-                content = py_file.read_text(encoding="utf-8")
+                content = py_file.read_text()
                 # Find custom decorators
                 if (
                     "@require" in content

apps/backend/analysis/analyzers/context/jobs_detector.py

@@ -52,7 +52,7 @@ class JobsDetector(BaseAnalyzer):
         tasks = []
         for task_file in celery_files:
             try:
-                content = task_file.read_text(encoding="utf-8")
+                content = task_file.read_text()
                 # Find @celery.task or @shared_task decorators
                 task_pattern = r"@(?:celery\.task|shared_task|app\.task)\s*(?:\([^)]*\))?\s*def\s+(\w+)"
                 task_matches = re.findall(task_pattern, content)

apps/backend/analysis/analyzers/context/monitoring_detector.py

@@ -77,7 +77,7 @@ class MonitoringDetector(BaseAnalyzer):
                 continue
 
             try:
-                content = file_path.read_text(encoding="utf-8")
+                content = file_path.read_text()
                 # Look for actual Prometheus imports or usage patterns
                 prometheus_patterns = [
                     "from prometheus_client import",

apps/backend/analysis/analyzers/database_detector.py

@@ -52,7 +52,7 @@ class DatabaseDetector(BaseAnalyzer):
 
         for file_path in py_files:
             try:
-                content = file_path.read_text(encoding="utf-8")
+                content = file_path.read_text()
             except (OSError, UnicodeDecodeError):
                 continue
 
@@ -119,7 +119,7 @@ class DatabaseDetector(BaseAnalyzer):
 
         for file_path in model_files:
             try:
-                content = file_path.read_text(encoding="utf-8")
+                content = file_path.read_text()
             except (OSError, UnicodeDecodeError):
                 continue
 
@@ -168,7 +168,7 @@ class DatabaseDetector(BaseAnalyzer):
             return models
 
         try:
-            content = schema_file.read_text(encoding="utf-8")
+            content = schema_file.read_text()
         except (OSError, UnicodeDecodeError):
             return models
 
@@ -216,7 +216,7 @@ class DatabaseDetector(BaseAnalyzer):
 
         for file_path in ts_files:
             try:
-                content = file_path.read_text(encoding="utf-8")
+                content = file_path.read_text()
             except (OSError, UnicodeDecodeError):
                 continue
 
@@ -265,7 +265,7 @@ class DatabaseDetector(BaseAnalyzer):
 
         for file_path in schema_files:
             try:
-                content = file_path.read_text(encoding="utf-8")
+                content = file_path.read_text()
             except (OSError, UnicodeDecodeError):
                 continue
 
@@ -295,7 +295,7 @@ class DatabaseDetector(BaseAnalyzer):
 
         for file_path in model_files:
             try:
-                content = file_path.read_text(encoding="utf-8")
+                content = file_path.read_text()
             except (OSError, UnicodeDecodeError):
                 continue
 

apps/backend/analysis/analyzers/framework_analyzer.py

@@ -408,6 +408,6 @@ class FrameworkAnalyzer(BaseAnalyzer):
             return "pnpm"
         elif self._exists("yarn.lock"):
             return "yarn"
-        elif self._exists("bun.lockb") or self._exists("bun.lock"):
+        elif self._exists("bun.lockb"):
             return "bun"
         return "npm"

apps/backend/analysis/analyzers/project_analyzer_module.py

@@ -287,6 +287,6 @@ class ProjectAnalyzer:
 
     def _read_file(self, path: str) -> str:
         try:
-            return (self.project_dir / path).read_text(encoding="utf-8")
+            return (self.project_dir / path).read_text()
         except (OSError, UnicodeDecodeError):
             return ""

apps/backend/analysis/analyzers/route_detector.py

@@ -66,7 +66,7 @@ class RouteDetector(BaseAnalyzer):
 
         for file_path in files_to_check:
             try:
-                content = file_path.read_text(encoding="utf-8")
+                content = file_path.read_text()
             except (OSError, UnicodeDecodeError):
                 continue
 
@@ -130,7 +130,7 @@ class RouteDetector(BaseAnalyzer):
 
         for file_path in files_to_check:
             try:
-                content = file_path.read_text(encoding="utf-8")
+                content = file_path.read_text()
             except (OSError, UnicodeDecodeError):
                 continue
 
@@ -179,7 +179,7 @@ class RouteDetector(BaseAnalyzer):
 
         for file_path in url_files:
             try:
-                content = file_path.read_text(encoding="utf-8")
+                content = file_path.read_text()
             except (OSError, UnicodeDecodeError):
                 continue
 
@@ -218,7 +218,7 @@ class RouteDetector(BaseAnalyzer):
         files_to_check = js_files + ts_files
         for file_path in files_to_check:
             try:
-                content = file_path.read_text(encoding="utf-8")
+                content = file_path.read_text()
             except (OSError, UnicodeDecodeError):
                 continue
 
@@ -283,7 +283,7 @@ class RouteDetector(BaseAnalyzer):
                 route_path = re.sub(r"\[([^\]]+)\]", r":\1", route_path)
 
                 try:
-                    content = route_file.read_text(encoding="utf-8")
+                    content = route_file.read_text()
                     # Detect exported methods: export async function GET(request)
                     methods = re.findall(
                         r"export\s+(?:async\s+)?function\s+(GET|POST|PUT|DELETE|PATCH)",
@@ -348,7 +348,7 @@ class RouteDetector(BaseAnalyzer):
 
         for file_path in go_files:
             try:
-                content = file_path.read_text(encoding="utf-8")
+                content = file_path.read_text()
             except (OSError, UnicodeDecodeError):
                 continue
 
@@ -384,7 +384,7 @@ class RouteDetector(BaseAnalyzer):
 
         for file_path in rust_files:
             try:
-                content = file_path.read_text(encoding="utf-8")
+                content = file_path.read_text()
             except (OSError, UnicodeDecodeError):
                 continue
 

apps/backend/analysis/ci_discovery.py

@@ -163,7 +163,7 @@ class CIDiscovery:
             )
 
             try:
-                content = wf_file.read_text(encoding="utf-8")
+                content = wf_file.read_text()
                 workflow_data = self._parse_yaml(content)
 
                 if not workflow_data:
@@ -242,7 +242,7 @@ class CIDiscovery:
         )
 
         try:
-            content = config_file.read_text(encoding="utf-8")
+            content = config_file.read_text()
             data = self._parse_yaml(content)
 
             if not data:
@@ -312,7 +312,7 @@ class CIDiscovery:
         )
 
         try:
-            content = config_file.read_text(encoding="utf-8")
+            content = config_file.read_text()
             data = self._parse_yaml(content)
 
             if not data:
@@ -370,7 +370,7 @@ class CIDiscovery:
         )
 
         try:
-            content = jenkinsfile.read_text(encoding="utf-8")
+            content = jenkinsfile.read_text()
 
             # Extract sh commands using regex
             sh_pattern = re.compile(r'sh\s+[\'"]([^\'"]+)[\'"]')

apps/backend/analysis/insight_extractor.py

@@ -33,9 +33,7 @@ except ImportError:
 from core.auth import ensure_claude_code_oauth_token, get_auth_token
 
 # Default model for insight extraction (fast and cheap)
-# Note: Using Haiku 4.5 for fast, cheap extraction. Haiku does not support
-# extended thinking, so thinking_default is set to "none" in models.py
-DEFAULT_EXTRACTION_MODEL = "claude-haiku-4-5-20251001"
+DEFAULT_EXTRACTION_MODEL = "claude-3-5-haiku-latest"
 
 # Maximum diff size to send to the LLM (avoid context limits)
 MAX_DIFF_CHARS = 15000
@@ -237,7 +235,7 @@ def _get_subtask_description(spec_dir: Path, subtask_id: str) -> str:
         return f"Subtask: {subtask_id}"
 
     try:
-        with open(plan_file, encoding="utf-8") as f:
+        with open(plan_file) as f:
             plan = json.load(f)
 
         # Search through phases for the subtask
@@ -280,7 +278,7 @@ def _build_extraction_prompt(inputs: dict) -> str:
     prompt_file = Path(__file__).parent / "prompts" / "insight_extractor.md"
 
     if prompt_file.exists():
-        base_prompt = prompt_file.read_text(encoding="utf-8")
+        base_prompt = prompt_file.read_text()
     else:
         # Fallback if prompt file missing
         base_prompt = """Extract structured insights from this coding session.
@@ -389,40 +387,12 @@ async def run_insight_extraction(
 
             # Collect the response
             response_text = ""
-            message_count = 0
-            text_blocks_found = 0
-
             async for msg in client.receive_response():
                 msg_type = type(msg).__name__
-                message_count += 1
-
                 if msg_type == "AssistantMessage" and hasattr(msg, "content"):
                     for block in msg.content:
-                        # Must check block type - only TextBlock has .text attribute
-                        block_type = type(block).__name__
-                        if block_type == "TextBlock" and hasattr(block, "text"):
-                            text_blocks_found += 1
-                            if block.text:  # Only add non-empty text
-                                response_text += block.text
-                            else:
-                                logger.debug(
-                                    f"Found empty TextBlock in response (block #{text_blocks_found})"
-                                )
-
-            # Log response collection summary
-            logger.debug(
-                f"Insight extraction response: {message_count} messages, "
-                f"{text_blocks_found} text blocks, {len(response_text)} chars collected"
-            )
-
-            # Validate we received content before parsing
-            if not response_text.strip():
-                logger.warning(
-                    f"Insight extraction returned empty response. "
-                    f"Messages received: {message_count}, TextBlocks found: {text_blocks_found}. "
-                    f"This may indicate the AI model did not respond with text content."
-                )
-                return None
+                        if hasattr(block, "text"):
+                            response_text += block.text
 
         # Parse JSON from response
         return parse_insights(response_text)
@@ -445,11 +415,6 @@ def parse_insights(response_text: str) -> dict | None:
     # Try to extract JSON from the response
     text = response_text.strip()
 
-    # Early validation - check for empty response
-    if not text:
-        logger.warning("Cannot parse insights: response text is empty")
-        return None
-
     # Handle markdown code blocks
     if text.startswith("```"):
         # Remove code block markers
@@ -457,26 +422,17 @@ def parse_insights(response_text: str) -> dict | None:
         # Remove first line (```json or ```)
         if lines[0].startswith("```"):
             lines = lines[1:]
-        # Remove last line if it's ```
+        # Remove last line if it's ``
         if lines and lines[-1].strip() == "```":
             lines = lines[:-1]
-        text = "\n".join(lines).strip()
-
-        # Check again after removing code blocks
-        if not text:
-            logger.warning(
-                "Cannot parse insights: response contained only markdown code block markers with no content"
-            )
-            return None
+        text = "\n".join(lines)
 
     try:
         insights = json.loads(text)
 
         # Validate structure
         if not isinstance(insights, dict):
-            logger.warning(
-                f"Insights is not a dict, got type: {type(insights).__name__}"
-            )
+            logger.warning("Insights is not a dict")
             return None
 
         # Ensure required keys exist with defaults
@@ -490,13 +446,7 @@ def parse_insights(response_text: str) -> dict | None:
 
     except json.JSONDecodeError as e:
         logger.warning(f"Failed to parse insights JSON: {e}")
-        # Show more context in the error message
-        preview_length = min(500, len(text))
-        logger.warning(
-            f"Response text preview (first {preview_length} chars): {text[:preview_length]}"
-        )
-        if len(text) > preview_length:
-            logger.warning(f"... (total length: {len(text)} chars)")
+        logger.debug(f"Response text was: {text[:500]}")
         return None
 
 

apps/backend/analysis/test_discovery.py

@@ -275,7 +275,7 @@ class TestDiscovery:
             return "yarn"
         if (project_dir / "package-lock.json").exists():
             return "npm"
-        if (project_dir / "bun.lockb").exists() or (project_dir / "bun.lock").exists():
+        if (project_dir / "bun.lockb").exists():
             return "bun"
         if (project_dir / "uv.lock").exists():
             return "uv"
@@ -302,7 +302,7 @@ class TestDiscovery:
         try:
             with open(package_json, encoding="utf-8") as f:
                 pkg = json.load(f)
-        except (OSError, json.JSONDecodeError, UnicodeDecodeError):
+        except (OSError, json.JSONDecodeError):
             return
 
         deps = pkg.get("dependencies", {})
@@ -398,7 +398,7 @@ class TestDiscovery:
         # Check pyproject.toml
         pyproject = project_dir / "pyproject.toml"
         if pyproject.exists():
-            content = pyproject.read_text(encoding="utf-8")
+            content = pyproject.read_text()
 
             # Check for pytest
             if "pytest" in content:
@@ -418,7 +418,7 @@ class TestDiscovery:
         # Check requirements.txt
         requirements = project_dir / "requirements.txt"
         if requirements.exists():
-            content = requirements.read_text(encoding="utf-8").lower()
+            content = requirements.read_text().lower()
             if "pytest" in content and not any(
                 f.name == "pytest" for f in result.frameworks
             ):
@@ -496,7 +496,7 @@ class TestDiscovery:
         if not gemfile.exists():
             return
 
-        content = gemfile.read_text(encoding="utf-8").lower()
+        content = gemfile.read_text().lower()
 
         if "rspec" in content or (project_dir / ".rspec").exists():
             result.frameworks.append(

apps/backend/cli/batch_commands.py

@@ -6,8 +6,6 @@ Commands for creating and managing multiple tasks from batch files.
 """
 
 import json
-import shutil
-import subprocess
 from pathlib import Path
 
 from ui import highlight, print_status
@@ -31,7 +29,7 @@ def handle_batch_create_command(batch_file: str, project_dir: str) -> bool:
         return False
 
     try:
-        with open(batch_path, encoding="utf-8") as f:
+        with open(batch_path) as f:
             batch_data = json.load(f)
     except json.JSONDecodeError as e:
         print_status(f"Invalid JSON in batch file: {e}", "error")
@@ -81,7 +79,7 @@ def handle_batch_create_command(batch_file: str, project_dir: str) -> bool:
         }
 
         req_file = spec_dir / "requirements.json"
-        with open(req_file, "w", encoding="utf-8") as f:
+        with open(req_file, "w") as f:
             json.dump(requirements, f, indent=2, default=str)
 
         created_specs.append(
@@ -145,7 +143,7 @@ def handle_batch_status_command(project_dir: str) -> bool:
 
         if req_file.exists():
             try:
-                with open(req_file, encoding="utf-8") as f:
+                with open(req_file) as f:
                     req = json.load(f)
                     title = req.get("task_description", title)
             except json.JSONDecodeError:
@@ -186,7 +184,7 @@ def handle_batch_cleanup_command(project_dir: str, dry_run: bool = True) -> bool
         True if successful
     """
     specs_dir = Path(project_dir) / ".auto-claude" / "specs"
-    worktrees_dir = Path(project_dir) / ".auto-claude" / "worktrees" / "tasks"
+    worktrees_dir = Path(project_dir) / ".worktrees"
 
     if not specs_dir.exists():
         print_status("No specs directory found", "info")
@@ -211,56 +209,8 @@ def handle_batch_cleanup_command(project_dir: str, dry_run: bool = True) -> bool
             print(f"  - {spec_name}")
             wt_path = worktrees_dir / spec_name
             if wt_path.exists():
-                print(f"    └─ .auto-claude/worktrees/tasks/{spec_name}/")
+                print(f"    └─ .worktrees/{spec_name}/")
         print()
         print("Run with --no-dry-run to actually delete")
-    else:
-        # Actually delete specs and worktrees
-        deleted_count = 0
-        for spec_name in completed:
-            spec_path = specs_dir / spec_name
-            wt_path = worktrees_dir / spec_name
-
-            # Remove worktree first (if exists)
-            if wt_path.exists():
-                try:
-                    result = subprocess.run(
-                        ["git", "worktree", "remove", "--force", str(wt_path)],
-                        cwd=project_dir,
-                        capture_output=True,
-                        text=True,
-                        timeout=30,
-                    )
-                    if result.returncode == 0:
-                        print_status(f"Removed worktree: {spec_name}", "success")
-                    else:
-                        # Fallback: remove directory manually if git fails
-                        shutil.rmtree(wt_path, ignore_errors=True)
-                        print_status(
-                            f"Removed worktree directory: {spec_name}", "success"
-                        )
-                except subprocess.TimeoutExpired:
-                    # Timeout: fall back to manual removal
-                    shutil.rmtree(wt_path, ignore_errors=True)
-                    print_status(
-                        f"Worktree removal timed out, removed directory: {spec_name}",
-                        "warning",
-                    )
-                except Exception as e:
-                    print_status(
-                        f"Failed to remove worktree {spec_name}: {e}", "warning"
-                    )
-
-            # Remove spec directory
-            if spec_path.exists():
-                try:
-                    shutil.rmtree(spec_path)
-                    print_status(f"Removed spec: {spec_name}", "success")
-                    deleted_count += 1
-                except Exception as e:
-                    print_status(f"Failed to remove spec {spec_name}: {e}", "error")
-
-        print()
-        print_status(f"Cleaned up {deleted_count} spec(s)", "info")
 
     return True

apps/backend/cli/build_commands.py

@@ -79,7 +79,7 @@ def handle_build_command(
         base_branch: Base branch for worktree creation (default: current branch)
     """
     # Lazy imports to avoid loading heavy modules
-    from agent import run_autonomous_agent, sync_spec_to_source
+    from agent import run_autonomous_agent, sync_plan_to_source
     from debug import (
         debug,
         debug_info,
@@ -87,10 +87,6 @@ def handle_build_command(
         debug_success,
     )
     from phase_config import get_phase_model
-    from prompts_pkg.prompts import (
-        get_base_branch_from_metadata,
-        get_use_local_branch_from_metadata,
-    )
     from qa_loop import run_qa_validation_loop, should_run_qa
 
     from .utils import print_banner, validate_environment
@@ -198,17 +194,6 @@ def handle_build_command(
         auto_continue=auto_continue,
     )
 
-    # If base_branch not provided via CLI, try to read from task_metadata.json
-    # This ensures the backend uses the branch configured in the frontend
-    if base_branch is None:
-        metadata_branch = get_base_branch_from_metadata(spec_dir)
-        if metadata_branch:
-            base_branch = metadata_branch
-            debug("run.py", f"Using base branch from task metadata: {base_branch}")
-
-    # Check if user requested local branch (preserves gitignored files like .env)
-    use_local_branch = get_use_local_branch_from_metadata(spec_dir)
-
     if workspace_mode == WorkspaceMode.ISOLATED:
         # Keep reference to original spec directory for syncing progress back
         source_spec_dir = spec_dir
@@ -219,7 +204,6 @@ def handle_build_command(
             workspace_mode,
             source_spec_dir=spec_dir,
             base_branch=base_branch,
-            use_local_branch=use_local_branch,
         )
         # Use the localized spec directory (inside worktree) for AI access
         if localized_spec_dir:
@@ -290,7 +274,7 @@ def handle_build_command(
 
                 # Sync implementation plan to main project after QA
                 # This ensures the main project has the latest status (human_review)
-                if sync_spec_to_source(spec_dir, source_spec_dir):
+                if sync_plan_to_source(spec_dir, source_spec_dir):
                     debug_info(
                         "run.py", "Implementation plan synced to main project after QA"
                     )
@@ -428,7 +412,7 @@ def _handle_build_interrupt(
         if human_input:
             # Save to HUMAN_INPUT.md
             input_file = spec_dir / "HUMAN_INPUT.md"
-            input_file.write_text(human_input, encoding="utf-8")
+            input_file.write_text(human_input)
 
             content = [
                 success(f"{icon(Icons.SUCCESS)} INSTRUCTIONS SAVED"),

apps/backend/cli/followup_commands.py

@@ -121,7 +121,7 @@ def collect_followup_task(spec_dir: Path, max_retries: int = 3) -> str | None:
                 # Expand ~ and resolve path
                 file_path = Path(file_path_str).expanduser().resolve()
                 if file_path.exists():
-                    followup_task = file_path.read_text(encoding="utf-8").strip()
+                    followup_task = file_path.read_text().strip()
                     if followup_task:
                         print_status(
                             f"Loaded {len(followup_task)} characters from file",
@@ -195,7 +195,7 @@ def collect_followup_task(spec_dir: Path, max_retries: int = 3) -> str | None:
 
         # Save to FOLLOWUP_REQUEST.md
         request_file = spec_dir / "FOLLOWUP_REQUEST.md"
-        request_file.write_text(followup_task, encoding="utf-8")
+        request_file.write_text(followup_task)
 
         # Show confirmation
         content = [
@@ -285,7 +285,7 @@ def handle_followup_command(
     # Check for prior follow-ups (for sequential follow-up context)
     prior_followup_count = 0
     try:
-        with open(plan_file, encoding="utf-8") as f:
+        with open(plan_file) as f:
             plan_data = json.load(f)
         phases = plan_data.get("phases", [])
         # Count phases that look like follow-up phases (name contains "Follow" or high phase number)

apps/backend/cli/input_handlers.py

@@ -149,7 +149,7 @@ def read_from_file() -> str | None:
         # Expand ~ and resolve path
         file_path = Path(file_path_input).expanduser().resolve()
         if file_path.exists():
-            content = file_path.read_text(encoding="utf-8").strip()
+            content = file_path.read_text().strip()
             if content:
                 print_status(
                     f"Loaded {len(content)} characters from file",

apps/backend/cli/main.py

@@ -38,7 +38,6 @@ from .utils import (
 )
 from .workspace_commands import (
     handle_cleanup_worktrees_command,
-    handle_create_pr_command,
     handle_discard_command,
     handle_list_worktrees_command,
     handle_merge_command,
@@ -74,12 +73,12 @@ Examples:
   python auto-claude/run.py --spec 001 --qa-status      # Check QA validation status
 
 Prerequisites:
-  1. Authenticate: Run 'claude' and type '/login'
-  2. Create a spec first: claude /spec
+  1. Create a spec first: claude /spec
+  2. Run 'claude setup-token' and set CLAUDE_CODE_OAUTH_TOKEN
 
 Environment Variables:
-  CLAUDE_CODE_OAUTH_TOKEN  Your Claude Code OAuth token (auto-detected from Keychain)
-                           Or authenticate via: claude → /login
+  CLAUDE_CODE_OAUTH_TOKEN  Your Claude Code OAuth token (required)
+                           Get it by running: claude setup-token
   AUTO_BUILD_MODEL         Override default model (optional)
         """,
     )
@@ -154,30 +153,6 @@ Environment Variables:
         action="store_true",
         help="Discard an existing build (requires confirmation)",
     )
-    build_group.add_argument(
-        "--create-pr",
-        action="store_true",
-        help="Push branch and create a GitHub Pull Request",
-    )
-
-    # PR options
-    parser.add_argument(
-        "--pr-target",
-        type=str,
-        metavar="BRANCH",
-        help="With --create-pr: target branch for PR (default: auto-detect)",
-    )
-    parser.add_argument(
-        "--pr-title",
-        type=str,
-        metavar="TITLE",
-        help="With --create-pr: custom PR title (default: generated from spec name)",
-    )
-    parser.add_argument(
-        "--pr-draft",
-        action="store_true",
-        help="With --create-pr: create as draft PR",
-    )
 
     # Merge options
     parser.add_argument(
@@ -288,28 +263,6 @@ def main() -> None:
     # Set up environment first
     setup_environment()
 
-    # Initialize Sentry early to capture any startup errors
-    from core.sentry import capture_exception, init_sentry
-
-    init_sentry(component="cli")
-
-    try:
-        _run_cli()
-    except KeyboardInterrupt:
-        # Clean exit on Ctrl+C
-        sys.exit(130)
-    except Exception as e:
-        # Capture unexpected errors to Sentry
-        capture_exception(e)
-        print(f"\nUnexpected error: {e}")
-        sys.exit(1)
-
-
-def _run_cli() -> None:
-    """Run the CLI logic (extracted for error handling)."""
-    # Import here to avoid import errors during startup
-    from core.sentry import set_context
-
     # Parse arguments
     args = parse_args()
 
@@ -380,15 +333,6 @@ def _run_cli() -> None:
 
     debug_success("run.py", "Spec found", spec_dir=str(spec_dir))
 
-    # Set Sentry context for error tracking
-    set_context(
-        "spec",
-        {
-            "name": spec_dir.name,
-            "project": str(project_dir),
-        },
-    )
-
     # Handle build management commands
     if args.merge_preview:
         from cli.workspace_commands import handle_merge_preview_command
@@ -421,21 +365,6 @@ def _run_cli() -> None:
         handle_discard_command(project_dir, spec_dir.name)
         return
 
-    if args.create_pr:
-        # Pass args.pr_target directly - WorktreeManager._detect_base_branch
-        # handles base branch detection internally when target_branch is None
-        result = handle_create_pr_command(
-            project_dir=project_dir,
-            spec_name=spec_dir.name,
-            target_branch=args.pr_target,
-            title=args.pr_title,
-            draft=args.pr_draft,
-        )
-        # JSON output is already printed by handle_create_pr_command
-        if not result.get("success"):
-            sys.exit(1)
-        return
-
     # Handle QA commands
     if args.qa_status:
         handle_qa_status_command(spec_dir)

apps/backend/cli/recovery.py

@@ -1,217 +0,0 @@
-#!/usr/bin/env python3
-"""
-JSON Recovery Utility
-=====================
-
-Detects and repairs corrupted JSON files in specs directories.
-
-Usage:
-    python -m cli.recovery --project-dir /path/to/project --detect
-    python -m cli.recovery --project-dir /path/to/project --spec-id 004-feature --delete
-    python -m cli.recovery --project-dir /path/to/project --all --delete
-"""
-
-import argparse
-import json
-import sys
-import uuid
-from pathlib import Path
-
-from cli.utils import find_specs_dir
-
-
-def check_json_file(filepath: Path) -> tuple[bool, str | None]:
-    """
-    Check if a JSON file is valid.
-
-    Returns:
-        (is_valid, error_message)
-    """
-    try:
-        with open(filepath, encoding="utf-8") as f:
-            json.load(f)
-        return True, None
-    except json.JSONDecodeError as e:
-        return False, str(e)
-    except Exception as e:
-        return False, str(e)
-
-
-def detect_corrupted_files(specs_dir: Path) -> list[tuple[Path, str]]:
-    """
-    Scan specs directory recursively for corrupted JSON files.
-
-    Returns:
-        List of (filepath, error_message) tuples
-    """
-    corrupted = []
-
-    if not specs_dir.exists():
-        return corrupted
-
-    # Recursively scan for JSON files (includes nested files like memory/*.json)
-    for json_file in specs_dir.rglob("*.json"):
-        is_valid, error = check_json_file(json_file)
-        if not is_valid:
-            # Type narrowing: error is str when is_valid is False
-            assert error is not None
-            corrupted.append((json_file, error))
-
-    return corrupted
-
-
-def backup_corrupted_file(filepath: Path) -> bool:
-    """
-    Backup a corrupted file by renaming it with a .corrupted suffix.
-
-    Args:
-        filepath: Path to the corrupted file
-
-    Returns:
-        True if backed up successfully, False otherwise
-    """
-    try:
-        # Create backup before deleting
-        base_backup_path = filepath.with_suffix(f"{filepath.suffix}.corrupted")
-        backup_path = base_backup_path
-
-        # Handle existing backup files by generating unique name with UUID
-        if backup_path.exists():
-            # Use UUID for unique naming to avoid races
-            unique_suffix = uuid.uuid4().hex[:8]
-            backup_path = filepath.with_suffix(
-                f"{filepath.suffix}.corrupted.{unique_suffix}"
-            )
-
-        filepath.rename(backup_path)
-        print(f"  [BACKUP] Moved corrupted file to: {backup_path}")
-        return True
-    except Exception as e:
-        print(f"  [ERROR] Failed to backup file: {e}")
-        return False
-
-
-def main() -> None:
-    parser = argparse.ArgumentParser(
-        description="Detect and repair corrupted JSON files in specs directories"
-    )
-    parser.add_argument(
-        "--project-dir",
-        type=Path,
-        default=Path.cwd(),
-        help="Project directory (default: current directory)",
-    )
-    parser.add_argument(
-        "--specs-dir",
-        type=Path,
-        help="Specs directory path (overrides auto-detection)",
-    )
-    parser.add_argument(
-        "--detect",
-        action="store_true",
-        help="Detect corrupted JSON files",
-    )
-    parser.add_argument(
-        "--spec-id",
-        type=str,
-        help="Specific spec ID to fix (e.g., 004-feature)",
-    )
-    parser.add_argument(
-        "--delete",
-        action="store_true",
-        help="Delete corrupted files (creates .corrupted backup)",
-    )
-    parser.add_argument(
-        "--all",
-        action="store_true",
-        help="Fix all corrupted files (requires --delete)",
-    )
-
-    args = parser.parse_args()
-
-    # Validate --all requires --delete
-    if args.all and not args.delete:
-        parser.error("--all requires --delete")
-
-    # Find specs directory
-    if args.specs_dir:
-        specs_dir = args.specs_dir
-    else:
-        specs_dir = find_specs_dir(args.project_dir)
-
-    print(f"[INFO] Scanning specs directory: {specs_dir}")
-
-    # Default to detect mode if no flags provided
-    if not args.detect and not args.delete:
-        args.detect = True
-
-    # Detect corrupted files (dry-run when detect-only, otherwise for deletion)
-    corrupted = detect_corrupted_files(specs_dir)
-
-    # Detect-only mode: show results and exit
-    if args.detect and not args.delete:
-        if not corrupted:
-            print("[OK] No corrupted JSON files found")
-            sys.exit(0)
-
-        print(f"\n[FOUND] {len(corrupted)} corrupted file(s):\n")
-        for filepath, error in corrupted:
-            print(f"  - {filepath.relative_to(specs_dir.parent)}")
-            print(f"    Error: {error}")
-        print()
-        # Exit with error code when corrupted files are found
-        sys.exit(1)
-
-    # Delete corrupted files
-    if args.delete:
-        if args.spec_id:
-            # Delete specific spec
-            spec_dir = (specs_dir / args.spec_id).resolve()
-            specs_dir_resolved = specs_dir.resolve()
-            # Validate path doesn't escape specs directory
-            if not spec_dir.is_relative_to(specs_dir_resolved):
-                print("[ERROR] Invalid spec ID: path traversal detected")
-                sys.exit(1)
-
-            if not spec_dir.exists():
-                print(f"[ERROR] Spec directory not found: {spec_dir}")
-                sys.exit(1)
-
-            print(f"[INFO] Processing spec: {args.spec_id}")
-            has_failures = False
-            for json_file in spec_dir.rglob("*.json"):
-                is_valid, error = check_json_file(json_file)
-                if not is_valid:
-                    print(f"  [CORRUPTED] {json_file.name}")
-                    if not backup_corrupted_file(json_file):
-                        has_failures = True
-
-            if has_failures:
-                sys.exit(1)
-
-        elif args.all:
-            # Delete all corrupted files
-            # Use the already-detected corrupted list, or re-scan if needed
-            if not corrupted:
-                corrupted = detect_corrupted_files(specs_dir)
-            if not corrupted:
-                print("[OK] No corrupted files to delete")
-                sys.exit(0)
-
-            print(f"\n[INFO] Backing up {len(corrupted)} corrupted file(s):\n")
-            has_failures = False
-            for filepath, _ in corrupted:
-                # backup_corrupted_file prints its own [BACKUP] message
-                if not backup_corrupted_file(filepath):
-                    has_failures = True
-
-            if has_failures:
-                sys.exit(1)
-
-        else:
-            print("[ERROR] Must specify --spec-id or --all with --delete")
-            sys.exit(1)
-
-
-if __name__ == "__main__":
-    main()

apps/backend/cli/utils.py

@@ -15,50 +15,8 @@ if str(_PARENT_DIR) not in sys.path:
     sys.path.insert(0, str(_PARENT_DIR))
 
 from core.auth import get_auth_token, get_auth_token_source
-from core.dependency_validator import validate_platform_dependencies
-
-
-def import_dotenv():
-    """
-    Import and return load_dotenv with helpful error message if not installed.
-
-    This centralized function ensures consistent error messaging across all
-    runner scripts when python-dotenv is not available.
-
-    Returns:
-        The load_dotenv function
-
-    Raises:
-        SystemExit: If dotenv cannot be imported, with helpful installation instructions.
-    """
-    try:
-        from dotenv import load_dotenv as _load_dotenv
-
-        return _load_dotenv
-    except ImportError:
-        sys.exit(
-            "Error: Required Python package 'python-dotenv' is not installed.\n"
-            "\n"
-            "This usually means you're not using the virtual environment.\n"
-            "\n"
-            "To fix this:\n"
-            "1. From the 'apps/backend/' directory, activate the venv:\n"
-            "   source .venv/bin/activate  # Linux/macOS\n"
-            "   .venv\\Scripts\\activate   # Windows\n"
-            "\n"
-            "2. Or install dependencies directly:\n"
-            "   pip install python-dotenv\n"
-            "   pip install -r requirements.txt\n"
-            "\n"
-            f"Current Python: {sys.executable}\n"
-        )
-
-
-# Load .env with helpful error if dependencies not installed
-load_dotenv = import_dotenv()
-# NOTE: graphiti_config is imported lazily in validate_environment() to avoid
-# triggering graphiti_core -> real_ladybug -> pywintypes import chain before
-# platform dependency validation can run. See ACS-253.
+from dotenv import load_dotenv
+from graphiti_config import get_graphiti_status
 from linear_integration import LinearManager
 from linear_updater import is_linear_enabled
 from spec.pipeline import get_specs_dir
@@ -70,8 +28,8 @@ from ui import (
     muted,
 )
 
-# Configuration - uses shorthand that resolves via API Profile if configured
-DEFAULT_MODEL = "sonnet"  # Changed from "opus" (fix #433)
+# Configuration
+DEFAULT_MODEL = "claude-opus-4-5-20251101"
 
 
 def setup_environment() -> Path:
@@ -124,7 +82,7 @@ def find_spec(project_dir: Path, spec_identifier: str) -> Path | None:
                     return spec_folder
 
     # Check worktree specs (for merge-preview, merge, review, discard operations)
-    worktree_base = project_dir / ".auto-claude" / "worktrees" / "tasks"
+    worktree_base = project_dir / ".worktrees"
     if worktree_base.exists():
         # Try exact match in worktree
         worktree_spec = (
@@ -157,9 +115,6 @@ def validate_environment(spec_dir: Path) -> bool:
     Returns:
         True if valid, False otherwise (with error messages printed)
     """
-    # Validate platform-specific dependencies first (exits if missing)
-    validate_platform_dependencies()
-
     valid = True
 
     # Check for OAuth token (API keys are not supported)
@@ -207,9 +162,6 @@ def validate_environment(spec_dir: Path) -> bool:
         print("Linear integration: DISABLED (set LINEAR_API_KEY to enable)")
 
     # Check Graphiti integration (optional but show status)
-    # Lazy import to avoid triggering pywintypes import before validation (ACS-253)
-    from graphiti_config import get_graphiti_status
-
     graphiti_status = get_graphiti_status()
     if graphiti_status["available"]:
         print("Graphiti memory: ENABLED")
@@ -260,19 +212,3 @@ def get_project_dir(provided_dir: Path | None) -> Path:
         project_dir = project_dir.parent.parent
 
     return project_dir
-
-
-def find_specs_dir(project_dir: Path) -> Path:
-    """
-    Find the specs directory for a project.
-
-    Returns the '.auto-claude/specs' directory path.
-    The directory is guaranteed to exist (get_specs_dir calls init_auto_claude_dir).
-
-    Args:
-        project_dir: Project root directory
-
-    Returns:
-        Path to specs directory (always returns a valid Path)
-    """
-    return get_specs_dir(project_dir)

apps/backend/cli/workspace_commands.py

@@ -5,7 +5,6 @@ Workspace Commands
 CLI commands for workspace management (merge, review, discard, list, cleanup)
 """
 
-import json
 import subprocess
 import sys
 from pathlib import Path
@@ -23,8 +22,6 @@ from core.workspace.git_utils import (
     get_merge_base,
     is_lock_file,
 )
-from core.worktree import PushAndCreatePRResult as CreatePRResult
-from core.worktree import WorktreeManager
 from debug import debug_warning
 from ui import (
     Icons,
@@ -33,7 +30,6 @@ from ui import (
 from workspace import (
     cleanup_all_worktrees,
     discard_existing_build,
-    get_existing_build_worktree,
     list_all_worktrees,
     merge_existing_build,
     review_existing_build,
@@ -71,7 +67,6 @@ def _detect_default_branch(project_dir: Path) -> str:
             cwd=project_dir,
             capture_output=True,
             text=True,
-            timeout=5,
         )
         if result.returncode == 0:
             return env_branch
@@ -83,7 +78,6 @@ def _detect_default_branch(project_dir: Path) -> str:
             cwd=project_dir,
             capture_output=True,
             text=True,
-            timeout=5,
         )
         if result.returncode == 0:
             return branch
@@ -96,32 +90,18 @@ def _get_changed_files_from_git(
     worktree_path: Path, base_branch: str = "main"
 ) -> list[str]:
     """
-    Get list of files changed by the task (not files changed on base branch).
-
-    Uses merge-base to accurately identify only the files modified in the worktree,
-    not files that changed on the base branch since the worktree was created.
+    Get list of changed files from git diff between base branch and HEAD.
 
     Args:
         worktree_path: Path to the worktree
         base_branch: Base branch to compare against (default: main)
 
     Returns:
-        List of changed file paths (task changes only)
+        List of changed file paths
     """
     try:
-        # First, get the merge-base (the point where the worktree branched)
-        merge_base_result = subprocess.run(
-            ["git", "merge-base", base_branch, "HEAD"],
-            cwd=worktree_path,
-            capture_output=True,
-            text=True,
-            check=True,
-        )
-        merge_base = merge_base_result.stdout.strip()
-
-        # Use two-dot diff from merge-base to get only task's changes
         result = subprocess.run(
-            ["git", "diff", "--name-only", f"{merge_base}..HEAD"],
+            ["git", "diff", "--name-only", f"{base_branch}...HEAD"],
             cwd=worktree_path,
             capture_output=True,
             text=True,
@@ -133,10 +113,10 @@ def _get_changed_files_from_git(
         # Log the failure before trying fallback
         debug_warning(
             "workspace_commands",
-            f"git diff with merge-base failed: returncode={e.returncode}, "
+            f"git diff (three-dot) failed: returncode={e.returncode}, "
             f"stderr={e.stderr.strip() if e.stderr else 'N/A'}",
         )
-        # Fallback: try direct two-arg diff (less accurate but works)
+        # Fallback: try without the three-dot notation
         try:
             result = subprocess.run(
                 ["git", "diff", "--name-only", base_branch, "HEAD"],
@@ -151,176 +131,12 @@ def _get_changed_files_from_git(
             # Log the failure before returning empty list
             debug_warning(
                 "workspace_commands",
-                f"git diff (fallback) failed: returncode={e.returncode}, "
+                f"git diff (two-arg) failed: returncode={e.returncode}, "
                 f"stderr={e.stderr.strip() if e.stderr else 'N/A'}",
             )
             return []
 
 
-def _detect_worktree_base_branch(
-    project_dir: Path,
-    worktree_path: Path,
-    spec_name: str,
-) -> str | None:
-    """
-    Detect which branch a worktree was created from.
-
-    Tries multiple strategies:
-    1. Check worktree config file (.auto-claude/worktree-config.json)
-    2. Find merge-base with known branches (develop, main, master)
-    3. Return None if unable to detect
-
-    Args:
-        project_dir: Project root directory
-        worktree_path: Path to the worktree
-        spec_name: Name of the spec
-
-    Returns:
-        The detected base branch name, or None if unable to detect
-    """
-    # Strategy 1: Check for worktree config file
-    config_path = worktree_path / ".auto-claude" / "worktree-config.json"
-    if config_path.exists():
-        try:
-            config = json.loads(config_path.read_text(encoding="utf-8"))
-            if config.get("base_branch"):
-                debug(
-                    MODULE,
-                    f"Found base branch in worktree config: {config['base_branch']}",
-                )
-                return config["base_branch"]
-        except Exception as e:
-            debug_warning(MODULE, f"Failed to read worktree config: {e}")
-
-    # Strategy 2: Find which branch has the closest merge-base
-    # Check common branches: develop, main, master
-    spec_branch = f"auto-claude/{spec_name}"
-    candidate_branches = ["develop", "main", "master"]
-
-    best_branch = None
-    best_commits_behind = float("inf")
-
-    for branch in candidate_branches:
-        try:
-            # Check if branch exists
-            check = subprocess.run(
-                ["git", "rev-parse", "--verify", branch],
-                cwd=project_dir,
-                capture_output=True,
-                text=True,
-            )
-            if check.returncode != 0:
-                continue
-
-            # Get merge base
-            merge_base_result = subprocess.run(
-                ["git", "merge-base", branch, spec_branch],
-                cwd=project_dir,
-                capture_output=True,
-                text=True,
-            )
-            if merge_base_result.returncode != 0:
-                continue
-
-            merge_base = merge_base_result.stdout.strip()
-
-            # Count commits between merge-base and branch tip
-            # The branch with fewer commits ahead is likely the one we branched from
-            ahead_result = subprocess.run(
-                ["git", "rev-list", "--count", f"{merge_base}..{branch}"],
-                cwd=project_dir,
-                capture_output=True,
-                text=True,
-            )
-            if ahead_result.returncode == 0:
-                commits_ahead = int(ahead_result.stdout.strip())
-                debug(
-                    MODULE,
-                    f"Branch {branch} is {commits_ahead} commits ahead of merge-base",
-                )
-                if commits_ahead < best_commits_behind:
-                    best_commits_behind = commits_ahead
-                    best_branch = branch
-        except Exception as e:
-            debug_warning(MODULE, f"Error checking branch {branch}: {e}")
-            continue
-
-    if best_branch:
-        debug(
-            MODULE,
-            f"Detected base branch from git history: {best_branch} (commits ahead: {best_commits_behind})",
-        )
-        return best_branch
-
-    return None
-
-
-def _detect_parallel_task_conflicts(
-    project_dir: Path,
-    current_task_id: str,
-    current_task_files: list[str],
-) -> list[dict]:
-    """
-    Detect potential conflicts between this task and other active tasks.
-
-    Uses existing evolution data to check if any of this task's files
-    have been modified by other active tasks. This is a lightweight check
-    that doesn't require re-processing all files.
-
-    Args:
-        project_dir: Project root directory
-        current_task_id: ID of the current task
-        current_task_files: Files modified by this task (from git diff)
-
-    Returns:
-        List of conflict dictionaries with 'file' and 'tasks' keys
-    """
-    try:
-        from merge import MergeOrchestrator
-
-        # Initialize orchestrator just to access evolution data
-        orchestrator = MergeOrchestrator(
-            project_dir,
-            enable_ai=False,
-            dry_run=True,
-        )
-
-        # Get all active tasks from evolution data
-        active_tasks = orchestrator.evolution_tracker.get_active_tasks()
-
-        # Remove current task from active tasks
-        other_active_tasks = active_tasks - {current_task_id}
-
-        if not other_active_tasks:
-            return []
-
-        # Convert current task files to a set for fast lookup
-        current_files_set = set(current_task_files)
-
-        # Get files modified by other active tasks
-        conflicts = []
-        other_task_files = orchestrator.evolution_tracker.get_files_modified_by_tasks(
-            list(other_active_tasks)
-        )
-
-        # Find intersection - files modified by both this task and other tasks
-        for file_path, tasks in other_task_files.items():
-            if file_path in current_files_set:
-                # This file was modified by both current task and other task(s)
-                all_tasks = [current_task_id] + tasks
-                conflicts.append({"file": file_path, "tasks": all_tasks})
-
-        return conflicts
-
-    except Exception as e:
-        # If anything fails, just return empty - parallel task detection is optional
-        debug_warning(
-            "workspace_commands",
-            f"Parallel task conflict detection failed: {e}",
-        )
-        return []
-
-
 # Import debug utilities
 try:
     from debug import (
@@ -536,178 +352,7 @@ def handle_cleanup_worktrees_command(project_dir: Path) -> None:
     cleanup_all_worktrees(project_dir, confirm=True)
 
 
-def _detect_conflict_scenario(
-    project_dir: Path,
-    conflicting_files: list[str],
-    spec_branch: str,
-    base_branch: str,
-) -> dict:
-    """
-    Analyze conflicting files to determine the conflict scenario.
-
-    This helps distinguish between:
-    - 'already_merged': Task changes already identical in target branch
-    - 'superseded': Target has newer version of same feature
-    - 'diverged': Standard diverged branches (AI can resolve)
-    - 'normal_conflict': Actual conflicting changes
-
-    Returns dict with:
-    - scenario: 'already_merged' | 'superseded' | 'diverged' | 'normal_conflict'
-    - already_merged_files: files identical in task and target
-    - details: additional context
-    """
-    if not conflicting_files:
-        return {
-            "scenario": "normal_conflict",
-            "already_merged_files": [],
-            "details": "No conflicting files to analyze",
-        }
-
-    already_merged_files = []
-    superseded_files = []
-    diverged_files = []
-
-    try:
-        # Get the merge-base commit
-        merge_base_result = subprocess.run(
-            ["git", "merge-base", base_branch, spec_branch],
-            cwd=project_dir,
-            capture_output=True,
-            text=True,
-        )
-        if merge_base_result.returncode != 0:
-            debug_warning(
-                MODULE, "Could not find merge base for conflict scenario detection"
-            )
-            return {
-                "scenario": "normal_conflict",
-                "already_merged_files": [],
-                "details": "Could not determine merge base",
-            }
-
-        merge_base = merge_base_result.stdout.strip()
-
-        for file_path in conflicting_files:
-            try:
-                # Get content from spec branch (task's changes)
-                spec_content_result = subprocess.run(
-                    ["git", "show", f"{spec_branch}:{file_path}"],
-                    cwd=project_dir,
-                    capture_output=True,
-                    text=True,
-                )
-                # Get content from base branch (target)
-                base_content_result = subprocess.run(
-                    ["git", "show", f"{base_branch}:{file_path}"],
-                    cwd=project_dir,
-                    capture_output=True,
-                    text=True,
-                )
-                # Get content from merge-base (original state)
-                merge_base_content_result = subprocess.run(
-                    ["git", "show", f"{merge_base}:{file_path}"],
-                    cwd=project_dir,
-                    capture_output=True,
-                    text=True,
-                )
-
-                # Check file existence in each ref
-                spec_exists = spec_content_result.returncode == 0
-                base_exists = base_content_result.returncode == 0
-                merge_base_exists = merge_base_content_result.returncode == 0
-
-                if spec_exists and base_exists:
-                    spec_content = spec_content_result.stdout
-                    base_content = base_content_result.stdout
-
-                    # If contents are identical, the changes are already merged
-                    if spec_content == base_content:
-                        already_merged_files.append(file_path)
-                        debug(
-                            MODULE,
-                            f"File {file_path}: already merged (identical content)",
-                        )
-                    elif merge_base_exists:
-                        merge_base_content = merge_base_content_result.stdout
-                        # If base has changed from merge_base but spec matches merge_base,
-                        # the task's changes are superseded by newer changes
-                        if spec_content == merge_base_content:
-                            superseded_files.append(file_path)
-                            debug(
-                                MODULE,
-                                f"File {file_path}: superseded (base has newer changes)",
-                            )
-                        else:
-                            diverged_files.append(file_path)
-                            debug(
-                                MODULE,
-                                f"File {file_path}: diverged (both branches modified)",
-                            )
-                    else:
-                        diverged_files.append(file_path)
-                else:
-                    diverged_files.append(file_path)
-
-            except Exception as e:
-                debug_warning(
-                    MODULE, f"Error analyzing file {file_path} for scenario: {e}"
-                )
-                diverged_files.append(file_path)
-
-        # Determine overall scenario based on dominant pattern
-        total_files = len(conflicting_files)
-
-        if len(already_merged_files) == total_files:
-            scenario = "already_merged"
-            details = "All conflicting files have identical content in both branches"
-        elif len(already_merged_files) > total_files / 2:
-            scenario = "already_merged"
-            details = f"{len(already_merged_files)} of {total_files} files already have the same content"
-        elif len(superseded_files) == total_files:
-            scenario = "superseded"
-            details = "All task changes have been superseded by newer changes in the target branch"
-        elif len(superseded_files) > total_files / 2:
-            scenario = "superseded"
-            details = (
-                f"{len(superseded_files)} of {total_files} files have been superseded"
-            )
-        elif diverged_files:
-            scenario = "diverged"
-            details = f"{len(diverged_files)} files have diverged and need AI merge"
-        else:
-            scenario = "normal_conflict"
-            details = "Standard merge conflicts detected"
-
-        debug(
-            MODULE,
-            f"Conflict scenario: {scenario}",
-            already_merged=len(already_merged_files),
-            superseded=len(superseded_files),
-            diverged=len(diverged_files),
-        )
-
-        return {
-            "scenario": scenario,
-            "already_merged_files": already_merged_files,
-            "superseded_files": superseded_files,
-            "diverged_files": diverged_files,
-            "details": details,
-        }
-
-    except Exception as e:
-        debug_error(MODULE, f"Error detecting conflict scenario: {e}")
-        return {
-            "scenario": "normal_conflict",
-            "already_merged_files": [],
-            "superseded_files": [],
-            "diverged_files": [],
-            "details": f"Error during analysis: {e}",
-        }
-
-
-def _check_git_merge_conflicts(
-    project_dir: Path, spec_name: str, base_branch: str | None = None
-) -> dict:
+def _check_git_merge_conflicts(project_dir: Path, spec_name: str) -> dict:
     """
     Check for git-level merge conflicts WITHOUT modifying the working directory.
 
@@ -717,7 +362,6 @@ def _check_git_merge_conflicts(
     Args:
         project_dir: Project root directory
         spec_name: Name of the spec
-        base_branch: Branch the task was created from (default: auto-detect)
 
     Returns:
         Dictionary with git conflict information:
@@ -736,25 +380,21 @@ def _check_git_merge_conflicts(
         "has_conflicts": False,
         "conflicting_files": [],
         "needs_rebase": False,
-        "base_branch": base_branch or "main",
+        "base_branch": "main",
         "spec_branch": spec_branch,
         "commits_behind": 0,
     }
 
     try:
-        # Use provided base_branch, or detect from current HEAD
-        if not base_branch:
-            base_result = subprocess.run(
-                ["git", "rev-parse", "--abbrev-ref", "HEAD"],
-                cwd=project_dir,
-                capture_output=True,
-                text=True,
-            )
-            if base_result.returncode == 0:
-                result["base_branch"] = base_result.stdout.strip()
-        else:
-            result["base_branch"] = base_branch
-            debug(MODULE, f"Using provided base branch: {base_branch}")
+        # Get the current branch (base branch)
+        base_result = subprocess.run(
+            ["git", "rev-parse", "--abbrev-ref", "HEAD"],
+            cwd=project_dir,
+            capture_output=True,
+            text=True,
+        )
+        if base_result.returncode == 0:
+            result["base_branch"] = base_result.stdout.strip()
 
         # Get the merge base commit
         merge_base_result = subprocess.run(
@@ -913,6 +553,7 @@ def handle_merge_preview_command(
         spec_name=spec_name,
     )
 
+    from merge import MergeOrchestrator
     from workspace import get_existing_build_worktree
 
     worktree_path = get_existing_build_worktree(project_dir, spec_name)
@@ -939,32 +580,16 @@ def handle_merge_preview_command(
         }
 
     try:
+        # First, check for git-level conflicts (diverged branches)
+        git_conflicts = _check_git_merge_conflicts(project_dir, spec_name)
+
         # Determine the task's source branch (where the task was created from)
-        # Priority:
-        # 1. Provided base_branch (from task metadata)
-        # 2. Detect from worktree's git history (find which branch it diverged from)
-        # 3. Fall back to default branch detection (main/master)
+        # Use provided base_branch (from task metadata), or fall back to detected default
         task_source_branch = base_branch
         if not task_source_branch:
-            # Try to detect from worktree's git history
-            task_source_branch = _detect_worktree_base_branch(
-                project_dir, worktree_path, spec_name
-            )
-        if not task_source_branch:
-            # Fall back to auto-detecting main/master
+            # Auto-detect the default branch (main/master) that worktrees are typically created from
             task_source_branch = _detect_default_branch(project_dir)
 
-        debug(
-            MODULE,
-            f"Using task source branch: {task_source_branch}",
-            provided=base_branch is not None,
-        )
-
-        # Check for git-level conflicts (diverged branches) using the task's source branch
-        git_conflicts = _check_git_merge_conflicts(
-            project_dir, spec_name, base_branch=task_source_branch
-        )
-
         # Get actual changed files from git diff (this is the authoritative count)
         all_changed_files = _get_changed_files_from_git(
             worktree_path, task_source_branch
@@ -975,39 +600,49 @@ def handle_merge_preview_command(
             changed_files=all_changed_files[:10],  # Log first 10
         )
 
-        # OPTIMIZATION: Skip expensive refresh_from_git() and preview_merge() calls
-        # For merge-preview, we only need to detect:
-        # 1. Git conflicts (task vs base branch) - already calculated in _check_git_merge_conflicts()
-        # 2. Parallel task conflicts (this task vs other active tasks)
-        #
-        # For parallel task detection, we just check if this task's files overlap
-        # with files OTHER tasks have already recorded - no need to re-process all files.
+        debug(MODULE, "Initializing MergeOrchestrator for preview...")
 
-        debug(MODULE, "Checking for parallel task conflicts (lightweight)...")
-
-        # Check for parallel task conflicts by looking at existing evolution data
-        parallel_conflicts = _detect_parallel_task_conflicts(
-            project_dir, spec_name, all_changed_files
+        # Initialize the orchestrator
+        orchestrator = MergeOrchestrator(
+            project_dir,
+            enable_ai=False,  # Don't use AI for preview
+            dry_run=True,  # Don't write anything
         )
+
+        # Refresh evolution data from the worktree
+        # Compare against the task's source branch (where the task was created from)
         debug(
             MODULE,
-            f"Parallel task conflicts detected: {len(parallel_conflicts)}",
-            conflicts=parallel_conflicts[:5] if parallel_conflicts else [],
+            f"Refreshing evolution data from worktree: {worktree_path}",
+            task_source_branch=task_source_branch,
+        )
+        orchestrator.evolution_tracker.refresh_from_git(
+            spec_name, worktree_path, target_branch=task_source_branch
         )
 
-        # Build conflict list - start with parallel task conflicts
+        # Get merge preview (semantic conflicts between parallel tasks)
+        debug(MODULE, "Generating merge preview...")
+        preview = orchestrator.preview_merge([spec_name])
+
+        # Transform semantic conflicts to UI-friendly format
         conflicts = []
-        for pc in parallel_conflicts:
+        for c in preview.get("conflicts", []):
+            debug_verbose(
+                MODULE,
+                "Processing semantic conflict",
+                file=c.get("file", ""),
+                severity=c.get("severity", "unknown"),
+            )
             conflicts.append(
                 {
-                    "file": pc["file"],
-                    "location": "file-level",
-                    "tasks": pc["tasks"],
-                    "severity": "medium",
-                    "canAutoMerge": False,
-                    "strategy": None,
-                    "reason": f"File modified by multiple active tasks: {', '.join(pc['tasks'])}",
-                    "type": "parallel",
+                    "file": c.get("file", ""),
+                    "location": c.get("location", ""),
+                    "tasks": c.get("tasks", []),
+                    "severity": c.get("severity", "unknown"),
+                    "canAutoMerge": c.get("can_auto_merge", False),
+                    "strategy": c.get("strategy"),
+                    "reason": c.get("reason", ""),
+                    "type": "semantic",
                 }
             )
 
@@ -1034,38 +669,19 @@ def handle_merge_preview_command(
                 }
             )
 
+        summary = preview.get("summary", {})
         # Count only non-lock-file conflicts
         git_conflict_count = len(git_conflicts.get("conflicting_files", [])) - len(
             lock_files_excluded
         )
-        # Calculate totals from our conflict lists (git conflicts + parallel conflicts)
-        parallel_conflict_count = len(parallel_conflicts)
-        total_conflicts = git_conflict_count + parallel_conflict_count
-        conflict_files = git_conflict_count + parallel_conflict_count
+        total_conflicts = summary.get("total_conflicts", 0) + git_conflict_count
+        conflict_files = summary.get("conflict_files", 0) + git_conflict_count
 
         # Filter lock files from the git conflicts list for the response
         non_lock_conflicting_files = [
             f for f in git_conflicts.get("conflicting_files", []) if not is_lock_file(f)
         ]
 
-        # Detect conflict scenario (already_merged, superseded, diverged, normal_conflict)
-        # This helps the UI show appropriate messaging and actions
-        conflict_scenario = None
-        if non_lock_conflicting_files:
-            conflict_scenario = _detect_conflict_scenario(
-                project_dir,
-                non_lock_conflicting_files,
-                git_conflicts["spec_branch"],
-                git_conflicts["base_branch"],
-            )
-            debug(
-                MODULE,
-                f"Conflict scenario detected: {conflict_scenario.get('scenario')}",
-                already_merged_files=len(
-                    conflict_scenario.get("already_merged_files", [])
-                ),
-            )
-
         # Use git diff file count as the authoritative totalFiles count
         # The semantic tracker may not track all files (e.g., test files, config files)
         # but we want to show the user all files that will be merged
@@ -1139,23 +755,13 @@ def handle_merge_preview_command(
                 # Path-mapped files that need AI merge due to renames
                 "pathMappedAIMerges": path_mapped_ai_merges,
                 "totalRenames": len(path_mappings),
-                # Conflict scenario detection for better UX messaging
-                "scenario": conflict_scenario.get("scenario")
-                if conflict_scenario
-                else None,
-                "alreadyMergedFiles": conflict_scenario.get("already_merged_files", [])
-                if conflict_scenario
-                else [],
-                "scenarioMessage": conflict_scenario.get("details")
-                if conflict_scenario
-                else None,
             },
             "summary": {
                 # Use git diff count, not semantic tracker count
                 "totalFiles": total_files_from_git,
                 "conflictFiles": conflict_files,
                 "totalConflicts": total_conflicts,
-                "autoMergeable": 0,  # Not tracking auto-merge in lightweight mode
+                "autoMergeable": summary.get("auto_mergeable", 0),
                 "hasGitConflicts": git_conflicts["has_conflicts"]
                 and len(non_lock_conflicting_files) > 0,
                 # Include path-mapped AI merge count for UI display
@@ -1170,9 +776,10 @@ def handle_merge_preview_command(
             "Merge preview complete",
             total_files=result["summary"]["totalFiles"],
             total_files_source="git_diff",
+            semantic_tracked_files=summary.get("total_files", 0),
             total_conflicts=result["summary"]["totalConflicts"],
             has_git_conflicts=git_conflicts["has_conflicts"],
-            parallel_conflicts=parallel_conflict_count,
+            auto_mergeable=result["summary"]["autoMergeable"],
             path_mapped_ai_merges=len(path_mapped_ai_merges),
             total_renames=len(path_mappings),
         )
@@ -1198,220 +805,3 @@ def handle_merge_preview_command(
                 "pathMappedAIMergeCount": 0,
             },
         }
-
-
-def handle_create_pr_command(
-    project_dir: Path,
-    spec_name: str,
-    target_branch: str | None = None,
-    title: str | None = None,
-    draft: bool = False,
-) -> CreatePRResult:
-    """
-    Handle the --create-pr command: push branch and create a GitHub PR.
-
-    Args:
-        project_dir: Path to the project directory
-        spec_name: Name of the spec (e.g., "001-feature-name")
-        target_branch: Target branch for PR (defaults to base branch)
-        title: Custom PR title (defaults to spec name)
-        draft: Whether to create as draft PR
-
-    Returns:
-        CreatePRResult with success status, pr_url, and any errors
-    """
-    from core.worktree import WorktreeManager
-
-    print_banner()
-    print("\n" + "=" * 70)
-    print("  CREATE PULL REQUEST")
-    print("=" * 70)
-
-    # Check if worktree exists
-    worktree_path = get_existing_build_worktree(project_dir, spec_name)
-    if not worktree_path:
-        print(f"\n{icon(Icons.ERROR)} No build found for spec: {spec_name}")
-        print("\nA completed build worktree is required to create a PR.")
-        print("Run your build first, then use --create-pr.")
-        error_result: CreatePRResult = {
-            "success": False,
-            "error": "No build found for this spec",
-        }
-        return error_result
-
-    # Create worktree manager
-    manager = WorktreeManager(project_dir, base_branch=target_branch)
-
-    print(f"\n{icon(Icons.BRANCH)} Pushing branch and creating PR...")
-    print(f"   Spec: {spec_name}")
-    print(f"   Target: {target_branch or manager.base_branch}")
-    if title:
-        print(f"   Title: {title}")
-    if draft:
-        print("   Mode: Draft PR")
-
-    # Push and create PR with exception handling for clean JSON output
-    try:
-        raw_result = manager.push_and_create_pr(
-            spec_name=spec_name,
-            target_branch=target_branch,
-            title=title,
-            draft=draft,
-        )
-    except Exception as e:
-        debug_error(MODULE, f"Exception during PR creation: {e}")
-        error_result: CreatePRResult = {
-            "success": False,
-            "error": str(e),
-            "message": "Failed to create PR",
-        }
-        print(f"\n{icon(Icons.ERROR)} Failed to create PR: {e}")
-        print(json.dumps(error_result))
-        return error_result
-
-    # Convert PushAndCreatePRResult to CreatePRResult
-    result: CreatePRResult = {
-        "success": raw_result.get("success", False),
-        "pr_url": raw_result.get("pr_url"),
-        "already_exists": raw_result.get("already_exists", False),
-        "error": raw_result.get("error"),
-        "message": raw_result.get("message"),
-        "pushed": raw_result.get("pushed", False),
-        "remote": raw_result.get("remote", ""),
-        "branch": raw_result.get("branch", ""),
-    }
-
-    if result.get("success"):
-        pr_url = result.get("pr_url")
-        already_exists = result.get("already_exists", False)
-
-        if already_exists:
-            print(f"\n{icon(Icons.SUCCESS)} PR already exists!")
-        else:
-            print(f"\n{icon(Icons.SUCCESS)} PR created successfully!")
-
-        if pr_url:
-            print(f"\n{icon(Icons.LINK)} {pr_url}")
-        else:
-            print(f"\n{icon(Icons.INFO)} Check GitHub for the PR URL")
-
-        print("\nNext steps:")
-        print("  1. Review the PR on GitHub")
-        print("  2. Request reviews from your team")
-        print("  3. Merge when approved")
-
-        # Output JSON for frontend parsing
-        print(json.dumps(result))
-        return result
-    else:
-        error = result.get("error", "Unknown error")
-        print(f"\n{icon(Icons.ERROR)} Failed to create PR: {error}")
-        # Output JSON for frontend parsing
-        print(json.dumps(result))
-        return result
-
-
-def cleanup_old_worktrees_command(
-    project_dir: Path, days: int = 30, dry_run: bool = False
-) -> dict:
-    """
-    Clean up old worktrees that haven't been modified in the specified number of days.
-
-    Args:
-        project_dir: Project root directory
-        days: Number of days threshold (default: 30)
-        dry_run: If True, only show what would be removed (default: False)
-
-    Returns:
-        Dictionary with cleanup results
-    """
-    try:
-        manager = WorktreeManager(project_dir)
-
-        removed, failed = manager.cleanup_old_worktrees(
-            days_threshold=days, dry_run=dry_run
-        )
-
-        return {
-            "success": True,
-            "removed": removed,
-            "failed": failed,
-            "dry_run": dry_run,
-            "days_threshold": days,
-        }
-
-    except Exception as e:
-        return {
-            "success": False,
-            "error": str(e),
-            "removed": [],
-            "failed": [],
-        }
-
-
-def worktree_summary_command(project_dir: Path) -> dict:
-    """
-    Get a summary of all worktrees with age information.
-
-    Args:
-        project_dir: Project root directory
-
-    Returns:
-        Dictionary with worktree summary data
-    """
-    try:
-        manager = WorktreeManager(project_dir)
-
-        # Print to console for CLI usage
-        manager.print_worktree_summary()
-
-        # Also return data for programmatic access
-        worktrees = manager.list_all_worktrees()
-        warning = manager.get_worktree_count_warning()
-
-        # Categorize by age
-        recent = []
-        week_old = []
-        month_old = []
-        very_old = []
-        unknown_age = []
-
-        for info in worktrees:
-            data = {
-                "spec_name": info.spec_name,
-                "days_since_last_commit": info.days_since_last_commit,
-                "commit_count": info.commit_count,
-            }
-
-            if info.days_since_last_commit is None:
-                unknown_age.append(data)
-            elif info.days_since_last_commit < 7:
-                recent.append(data)
-            elif info.days_since_last_commit < 30:
-                week_old.append(data)
-            elif info.days_since_last_commit < 90:
-                month_old.append(data)
-            else:
-                very_old.append(data)
-
-        return {
-            "success": True,
-            "total_worktrees": len(worktrees),
-            "categories": {
-                "recent": recent,
-                "week_old": week_old,
-                "month_old": month_old,
-                "very_old": very_old,
-                "unknown_age": unknown_age,
-            },
-            "warning": warning,
-        }
-
-    except Exception as e:
-        return {
-            "success": False,
-            "error": str(e),
-            "total_worktrees": 0,
-            "categories": {},
-            "warning": None,
-        }

apps/backend/commit_message.py

@@ -231,9 +231,7 @@ async def _call_claude(prompt: str) -> str:
                 msg_type = type(msg).__name__
                 if msg_type == "AssistantMessage" and hasattr(msg, "content"):
                     for block in msg.content:
-                        # Must check block type - only TextBlock has .text attribute
-                        block_type = type(block).__name__
-                        if block_type == "TextBlock" and hasattr(block, "text"):
+                        if hasattr(block, "text"):
                             response_text += block.text
 
             logger.info(f"Generated commit message: {len(response_text)} chars")

apps/backend/context/builder.py

@@ -37,12 +37,8 @@ class ContextBuilder:
         """Load project index from file or create new one (.auto-claude is the installed instance)."""
         index_file = self.project_dir / ".auto-claude" / "project_index.json"
         if index_file.exists():
-            try:
-                with open(index_file, encoding="utf-8") as f:
-                    return json.load(f)
-            except (OSError, json.JSONDecodeError, UnicodeDecodeError):
-                # Corrupted or legacy-encoded file, regenerate
-                pass
+            with open(index_file) as f:
+                return json.load(f)
 
         # Try to create one
         from analyzer import analyze_project
@@ -234,9 +230,7 @@ class ContextBuilder:
         if context_file.exists():
             return {
                 "source": "SERVICE_CONTEXT.md",
-                "content": context_file.read_text(encoding="utf-8")[
-                    :2000
-                ],  # First 2000 chars
+                "content": context_file.read_text()[:2000],  # First 2000 chars
             }
 
         # Generate basic context from service info

apps/backend/context/main.py

@@ -72,7 +72,7 @@ def build_task_context(
 
     if output_file:
         output_file.parent.mkdir(parents=True, exist_ok=True)
-        with open(output_file, "w", encoding="utf-8") as f:
+        with open(output_file, "w") as f:
             json.dump(result, f, indent=2)
         print(f"Task context saved to: {output_file}")
 

apps/backend/context/pattern_discovery.py

@@ -38,7 +38,7 @@ class PatternDiscoverer:
         for match in reference_files[:max_files]:
             try:
                 file_path = self.project_dir / match.path
-                content = file_path.read_text(encoding="utf-8", errors="ignore")
+                content = file_path.read_text(errors="ignore")
 
                 # Look for common patterns
                 for keyword in keywords:

apps/backend/context/search.py

@@ -41,7 +41,7 @@ class CodeSearcher:
 
         for file_path in self._iter_code_files(service_path):
             try:
-                content = file_path.read_text(encoding="utf-8", errors="ignore")
+                content = file_path.read_text(errors="ignore")
                 content_lower = content.lower()
 
                 # Score this file

apps/backend/context/serialization.py

@@ -41,7 +41,7 @@ def save_context(context: TaskContext, output_file: Path) -> None:
         output_file: Path to output JSON file
     """
     output_file.parent.mkdir(parents=True, exist_ok=True)
-    with open(output_file, "w", encoding="utf-8") as f:
+    with open(output_file, "w") as f:
         json.dump(serialize_context(context), f, indent=2)
 
 
@@ -55,5 +55,5 @@ def load_context(input_file: Path) -> dict:
     Returns:
         Context dictionary
     """
-    with open(input_file, encoding="utf-8") as f:
+    with open(input_file) as f:
         return json.load(f)

apps/backend/core/agent.py

@@ -39,7 +39,7 @@ from agents import (
     run_followup_planner,
     save_session_memory,
     save_session_to_graphiti,
-    sync_spec_to_source,
+    sync_plan_to_source,
 )
 
 # Ensure all exports are available at module level
@@ -57,7 +57,7 @@ __all__ = [
     "load_implementation_plan",
     "find_subtask_in_plan",
     "find_phase_for_subtask",
-    "sync_spec_to_source",
+    "sync_plan_to_source",
     "AUTO_CONTINUE_DELAY_SECONDS",
     "HUMAN_INTERVENTION_FILE",
 ]

apps/backend/core/client.py

@@ -12,119 +12,13 @@ The client factory now uses AGENT_CONFIGS from agents/tools_pkg/models.py as the
 single source of truth for phase-aware tool and MCP server configuration.
 """
 
-import copy
 import json
 import logging
 import os
-import threading
-import time
 from pathlib import Path
-from typing import Any
-
-from core.platform import (
-    is_windows,
-    validate_cli_path,
-)
 
 logger = logging.getLogger(__name__)
 
-# =============================================================================
-# Project Index Cache
-# =============================================================================
-# Caches project index and capabilities to avoid reloading on every create_client() call.
-# This significantly reduces the time to create new agent sessions.
-
-_PROJECT_INDEX_CACHE: dict[str, tuple[dict[str, Any], dict[str, bool], float]] = {}
-_CACHE_TTL_SECONDS = 300  # 5 minute TTL
-_CACHE_LOCK = threading.Lock()  # Protects _PROJECT_INDEX_CACHE access
-
-
-def _get_cached_project_data(
-    project_dir: Path,
-) -> tuple[dict[str, Any], dict[str, bool]]:
-    """
-    Get project index and capabilities with caching.
-
-    Args:
-        project_dir: Path to the project directory
-
-    Returns:
-        Tuple of (project_index, project_capabilities)
-    """
-
-    key = str(project_dir.resolve())
-    now = time.time()
-    debug = os.environ.get("DEBUG", "").lower() in ("true", "1")
-
-    # Check cache with lock
-    with _CACHE_LOCK:
-        if key in _PROJECT_INDEX_CACHE:
-            cached_index, cached_capabilities, cached_time = _PROJECT_INDEX_CACHE[key]
-            cache_age = now - cached_time
-            if cache_age < _CACHE_TTL_SECONDS:
-                if debug:
-                    print(
-                        f"[ClientCache] Cache HIT for project index (age: {cache_age:.1f}s / TTL: {_CACHE_TTL_SECONDS}s)"
-                    )
-                logger.debug(f"Using cached project index for {project_dir}")
-                # Return deep copies to prevent callers from corrupting the cache
-                return copy.deepcopy(cached_index), copy.deepcopy(cached_capabilities)
-            elif debug:
-                print(
-                    f"[ClientCache] Cache EXPIRED for project index (age: {cache_age:.1f}s > TTL: {_CACHE_TTL_SECONDS}s)"
-                )
-
-    # Cache miss or expired - load fresh data (outside lock to avoid blocking)
-    load_start = time.time()
-    logger.debug(f"Loading project index for {project_dir}")
-    project_index = load_project_index(project_dir)
-    project_capabilities = detect_project_capabilities(project_index)
-
-    if debug:
-        load_duration = (time.time() - load_start) * 1000
-        print(
-            f"[ClientCache] Cache MISS - loaded project index in {load_duration:.1f}ms"
-        )
-
-    # Store in cache with lock - use double-checked locking pattern
-    # Re-check if another thread populated the cache while we were loading
-    with _CACHE_LOCK:
-        if key in _PROJECT_INDEX_CACHE:
-            cached_index, cached_capabilities, cached_time = _PROJECT_INDEX_CACHE[key]
-            cache_age = time.time() - cached_time
-            if cache_age < _CACHE_TTL_SECONDS:
-                # Another thread already cached valid data while we were loading
-                if debug:
-                    print(
-                        "[ClientCache] Cache was populated by another thread, using cached data"
-                    )
-                # Return deep copies to prevent callers from corrupting the cache
-                return copy.deepcopy(cached_index), copy.deepcopy(cached_capabilities)
-        # Either no cache entry or it's expired - store our fresh data
-        _PROJECT_INDEX_CACHE[key] = (project_index, project_capabilities, time.time())
-
-    # Return the freshly loaded data (no need to copy since it's not from cache)
-    return project_index, project_capabilities
-
-
-def invalidate_project_cache(project_dir: Path | None = None) -> None:
-    """
-    Invalidate the project index cache.
-
-    Args:
-        project_dir: Specific project to invalidate, or None to clear all
-    """
-    with _CACHE_LOCK:
-        if project_dir is None:
-            _PROJECT_INDEX_CACHE.clear()
-            logger.debug("Cleared all project index cache entries")
-        else:
-            key = str(project_dir.resolve())
-            if key in _PROJECT_INDEX_CACHE:
-                del _PROJECT_INDEX_CACHE[key]
-                logger.debug(f"Invalidated project index cache for {project_dir}")
-
-
 from agents.tools_pkg import (
     CONTEXT7_TOOLS,
     ELECTRON_TOOLS,
@@ -138,10 +32,7 @@ from agents.tools_pkg import (
 )
 from claude_agent_sdk import ClaudeAgentOptions, ClaudeSDKClient
 from claude_agent_sdk.types import HookMatcher
-from core.auth import (
-    configure_sdk_authentication,
-    get_sdk_env_vars,
-)
+from core.auth import get_sdk_env_vars, require_auth_token
 from linear_updater import is_linear_enabled
 from prompts_pkg.project_context import detect_project_capabilities, load_project_index
 from security import bash_security_hook
@@ -489,25 +380,13 @@ def create_client(
        (see security.py for ALLOWED_COMMANDS)
     4. Tool filtering - Each agent type only sees relevant tools (prevents misuse)
     """
-    # Collect env vars to pass to SDK (ANTHROPIC_BASE_URL, CLAUDE_CONFIG_DIR, etc.)
+    oauth_token = require_auth_token()
+    # Ensure SDK can access it via its expected env var
+    os.environ["CLAUDE_CODE_OAUTH_TOKEN"] = oauth_token
+
+    # Collect env vars to pass to SDK (ANTHROPIC_BASE_URL, etc.)
     sdk_env = get_sdk_env_vars()
 
-    # Get the config dir for profile-specific credential lookup
-    # CLAUDE_CONFIG_DIR enables per-profile Keychain entries with SHA256-hashed service names
-    config_dir = sdk_env.get("CLAUDE_CONFIG_DIR")
-
-    # Configure SDK authentication (OAuth or API profile mode)
-    configure_sdk_authentication(config_dir)
-
-    if config_dir:
-        logger.info(f"Using CLAUDE_CONFIG_DIR for profile: {config_dir}")
-
-    # Debug: Log git-bash path detection on Windows
-    if "CLAUDE_CODE_GIT_BASH_PATH" in sdk_env:
-        logger.info(f"Git Bash path found: {sdk_env['CLAUDE_CODE_GIT_BASH_PATH']}")
-    elif is_windows():
-        logger.warning("Git Bash path not detected on Windows!")
-
     # Check if Linear integration is enabled
     linear_enabled = is_linear_enabled()
     linear_api_key = os.environ.get("LINEAR_API_KEY", "")
@@ -517,8 +396,8 @@ def create_client(
 
     # Load project capabilities for dynamic MCP tool selection
     # This enables context-aware tool injection based on project type
-    # Uses caching to avoid reloading on every create_client() call
-    project_index, project_capabilities = _get_cached_project_data(project_dir)
+    project_index = load_project_index(project_dir)
+    project_capabilities = detect_project_capabilities(project_index)
 
     # Load per-project MCP configuration from .auto-claude/.env
     mcp_config = load_project_mcp_config(project_dir)
@@ -558,48 +437,6 @@ def create_client(
     # cases where Claude uses absolute paths for file operations
     project_path_str = str(project_dir.resolve())
     spec_path_str = str(spec_dir.resolve())
-
-    # Detect if we're running in a worktree and get the original project directory
-    # Worktrees are located in either:
-    # - .auto-claude/worktrees/tasks/{spec-name}/ (new location)
-    # - .worktrees/{spec-name}/ (legacy location)
-    # When running in a worktree, we need to allow access to both the worktree
-    # and the original project's .auto-claude/ directory for spec files
-    original_project_permissions = []
-    resolved_project_path = project_dir.resolve()
-
-    # Check for worktree paths and extract original project directory
-    # This handles spec worktrees, PR review worktrees, and legacy worktrees
-    # Note: Windows paths are normalized to forward slashes before comparison
-    worktree_markers = [
-        "/.auto-claude/worktrees/tasks/",  # Spec/task worktrees
-        "/.auto-claude/github/pr/worktrees/",  # PR review worktrees
-        "/.worktrees/",  # Legacy worktree location
-    ]
-    project_path_posix = str(resolved_project_path).replace("\\", "/")
-
-    for marker in worktree_markers:
-        if marker in project_path_posix:
-            # Extract the original project directory (parent of worktree location)
-            # Use rsplit to get the rightmost occurrence (handles nested projects)
-            original_project_str = project_path_posix.rsplit(marker, 1)[0]
-            original_project_dir = Path(original_project_str)
-
-            # Grant permissions for relevant directories in the original project
-            permission_ops = ["Read", "Write", "Edit", "Glob", "Grep"]
-            dirs_to_permit = [
-                original_project_dir / ".auto-claude",
-                original_project_dir / ".worktrees",  # Legacy support
-            ]
-
-            for dir_path in dirs_to_permit:
-                if dir_path.exists():
-                    path_str = str(dir_path.resolve())
-                    original_project_permissions.extend(
-                        [f"{op}({path_str}/**)" for op in permission_ops]
-                    )
-            break
-
     security_settings = {
         "sandbox": {"enabled": True, "autoAllowBashIfSandboxed": True},
         "permissions": {
@@ -622,9 +459,6 @@ def create_client(
                 f"Read({spec_path_str}/**)",
                 f"Write({spec_path_str}/**)",
                 f"Edit({spec_path_str}/**)",
-                # Allow original project's .auto-claude/ and .worktrees/ directories
-                # when running in a worktree (fixes issue #385 - permission errors)
-                *original_project_permissions,
                 # Bash permission granted here, but actual commands are validated
                 # by the bash_security_hook (see security.py for allowed commands)
                 "Bash(*)",
@@ -655,14 +489,12 @@ def create_client(
 
     # Write settings to a file in the project directory
     settings_file = project_dir / ".claude_settings.json"
-    with open(settings_file, "w", encoding="utf-8") as f:
+    with open(settings_file, "w") as f:
         json.dump(security_settings, f, indent=2)
 
     print(f"Security settings: {settings_file}")
     print("   - Sandbox enabled (OS-level bash isolation)")
     print(f"   - Filesystem restricted to: {project_dir.resolve()}")
-    if original_project_permissions:
-        print("   - Worktree permissions: granted for original project directories")
     print("   - Bash commands restricted to allowlist")
     if max_thinking_tokens:
         print(f"   - Extended thinking: {max_thinking_tokens:,} tokens")
@@ -794,7 +626,7 @@ def create_client(
     print()
 
     # Build options dict, conditionally including output_format
-    options_kwargs: dict[str, Any] = {
+    options_kwargs = {
         "model": model,
         "system_prompt": base_prompt,
         "allowed_tools": allowed_tools_list,
@@ -809,21 +641,8 @@ def create_client(
         "settings": str(settings_file.resolve()),
         "env": sdk_env,  # Pass ANTHROPIC_BASE_URL etc. to subprocess
         "max_thinking_tokens": max_thinking_tokens,  # Extended thinking budget
-        "max_buffer_size": 10
-        * 1024
-        * 1024,  # 10MB buffer (default: 1MB) - fixes large tool results
-        # Enable file checkpointing to track file read/write state across tool calls
-        # This prevents "File has not been read yet" errors in recovery sessions
-        "enable_file_checkpointing": True,
     }
 
-    # Optional: Allow CLI path override via environment variable
-    # The SDK bundles its own CLI, but users can override if needed
-    env_cli_path = os.environ.get("CLAUDE_CLI_PATH")
-    if env_cli_path and validate_cli_path(env_cli_path):
-        options_kwargs["cli_path"] = env_cli_path
-        logger.info(f"Using CLAUDE_CLI_PATH override: {env_cli_path}")
-
     # Add structured output format if specified
     # See: https://platform.claude.com/docs/en/agent-sdk/structured-outputs
     if output_format:

apps/backend/core/debug.py

@@ -110,7 +110,7 @@ def _write_log(message: str, to_file: bool = True) -> None:
                 import re
 
                 clean_message = re.sub(r"\033\[[0-9;]*m", "", message)
-                with open(log_file, "a", encoding="utf-8") as f:
+                with open(log_file, "a") as f:
                     f.write(clean_message + "\n")
             except Exception:
                 pass  # Silently fail file logging

apps/backend/core/dependency_validator.py

@@ -1,134 +0,0 @@
-"""
-Dependency Validator
-====================
-
-Validates platform-specific dependencies are installed before running agents.
-"""
-
-import sys
-from pathlib import Path
-
-from core.platform import is_linux, is_windows
-
-
-def validate_platform_dependencies() -> None:
-    """
-    Validate that platform-specific dependencies are installed.
-
-    Raises:
-        SystemExit: If required platform-specific dependencies are missing,
-                   with helpful installation instructions.
-    """
-    # Check Windows-specific dependencies (all Python versions per ACS-306)
-    # pywin32 is required on all Python versions on Windows - MCP library unconditionally imports win32api
-    if is_windows():
-        try:
-            import pywintypes  # noqa: F401
-        except ImportError:
-            _exit_with_pywin32_error()
-
-    # Check Linux-specific dependencies (ACS-310)
-    # Note: secretstorage is optional for app functionality (falls back to .env),
-    # but we validate it to ensure proper OAuth token storage via keyring
-    if is_linux():
-        try:
-            import secretstorage  # noqa: F401
-        except ImportError:
-            _warn_missing_secretstorage()
-
-
-def _exit_with_pywin32_error() -> None:
-    """Exit with helpful error message for missing pywin32."""
-    # Use sys.prefix to detect the virtual environment path
-    # This works for venv and poetry environments
-    # Check for common Windows activation scripts (activate, activate.bat, Activate.ps1)
-    scripts_dir = Path(sys.prefix) / "Scripts"
-    activation_candidates = [
-        scripts_dir / "activate",
-        scripts_dir / "activate.bat",
-        scripts_dir / "Activate.ps1",
-    ]
-    venv_activate = next((p for p in activation_candidates if p.exists()), None)
-
-    # Build activation step only if activate script exists
-    activation_step = ""
-    if venv_activate:
-        activation_step = (
-            "To fix this:\n"
-            "1. Activate your virtual environment:\n"
-            f"   {venv_activate}\n"
-            "\n"
-            "2. Install pywin32:\n"
-            "   pip install pywin32>=306\n"
-            "\n"
-            "   Or reinstall all dependencies:\n"
-            "   pip install -r requirements.txt\n"
-        )
-    else:
-        # For system Python or environments without activate script
-        activation_step = (
-            "To fix this:\n"
-            "Install pywin32:\n"
-            "   pip install pywin32>=306\n"
-            "\n"
-            "   Or reinstall all dependencies:\n"
-            "   pip install -r requirements.txt\n"
-        )
-
-    sys.exit(
-        "Error: Required Windows dependency 'pywin32' is not installed.\n"
-        "\n"
-        "Auto Claude requires pywin32 on Windows for:\n"
-        "  - MCP library (win32api, win32con, win32job modules)\n"
-        "  - LadybugDB/Graphiti memory integration\n"
-        "\n"
-        f"{activation_step}"
-        "\n"
-        f"Current Python: {sys.executable}\n"
-    )
-
-
-def _warn_missing_secretstorage() -> None:
-    """Emit warning message for missing secretstorage.
-
-    Note: This is a warning, not a hard error - the app will fall back to .env
-    file storage for OAuth tokens. We warn users to ensure they understand the
-    security implications.
-    """
-    # Use sys.prefix to detect the virtual environment path
-    venv_activate = Path(sys.prefix) / "bin" / "activate"
-    # Only include activation instruction if venv script actually exists
-    activation_prefix = (
-        f"1. Activate your virtual environment:\n   source {venv_activate}\n\n"
-        if venv_activate.exists()
-        else ""
-    )
-    # Adjust step number based on whether activation step is included
-    install_step = (
-        "2. Install secretstorage:\n"
-        if activation_prefix
-        else "Install secretstorage:\n"
-    )
-
-    sys.stderr.write(
-        "Warning: Linux dependency 'secretstorage' is not installed.\n"
-        "\n"
-        "Auto Claude can use secretstorage for secure OAuth token storage via\n"
-        "the system keyring (gnome-keyring, kwallet, etc.). Without it, tokens\n"
-        "will be stored in plaintext in your .env file.\n"
-        "\n"
-        "To enable keyring integration:\n"
-        f"{activation_prefix}"
-        f"{install_step}"
-        "   pip install 'secretstorage>=3.3.3'\n"
-        "\n"
-        "   Or reinstall all dependencies:\n"
-        "   pip install -r requirements.txt\n"
-        "\n"
-        "Note: The app will continue to work, but OAuth tokens will be stored\n"
-        "in your .env file instead of the system keyring.\n"
-        "\n"
-        f"Current Python: {sys.executable}\n"
-    )
-    sys.stderr.flush()
-    # Continue execution - this is a warning, not a blocking error

apps/backend/core/file_utils.py

@@ -1,121 +0,0 @@
-#!/usr/bin/env python3
-"""
-Atomic File Write Utilities
-============================
-
-Synchronous utilities for atomic file writes to prevent corruption.
-
-Uses temp file + os.replace() pattern which is atomic on POSIX systems
-and atomic on Windows when source and destination are on the same volume.
-
-Usage:
-    from core.file_utils import write_json_atomic
-
-    write_json_atomic("/path/to/file.json", {"key": "value"})
-"""
-
-import json
-import logging
-import os
-import tempfile
-from collections.abc import Iterator
-from contextlib import contextmanager
-from pathlib import Path
-from typing import IO, Any, Literal
-
-
-@contextmanager
-def atomic_write(
-    filepath: str | Path,
-    mode: Literal["w", "wb", "wt"] = "w",
-    encoding: str | None = "utf-8",
-) -> Iterator[IO]:
-    """
-    Atomic file write using temp file and rename.
-
-    Writes to .tmp file first, then atomically replaces target file
-    using os.replace() which is atomic on POSIX systems and same-volume Windows.
-
-    Note: This function supports both text and binary modes. For binary modes
-    (mode containing 'b'), encoding must be None.
-
-    Args:
-        filepath: Target file path
-        mode: File open mode (default: "w", text mode only)
-        encoding: File encoding for text modes, None for binary (default: "utf-8")
-
-    Example:
-        with atomic_write("/path/to/file.json") as f:
-            json.dump(data, f)
-
-    Yields:
-        File handle to temp file
-    """
-    filepath = Path(filepath)
-    filepath.parent.mkdir(parents=True, exist_ok=True)
-
-    # Binary modes require encoding=None
-    actual_encoding = None if "b" in mode else encoding
-
-    # Create temp file in same directory for atomic rename
-    fd, tmp_path = tempfile.mkstemp(
-        dir=filepath.parent, prefix=f".{filepath.name}.tmp.", suffix=""
-    )
-
-    # Open temp file with requested mode
-    # If fdopen fails, close fd and clean up temp file
-    try:
-        f = os.fdopen(fd, mode, encoding=actual_encoding)
-    except Exception:
-        os.close(fd)
-        os.unlink(tmp_path)
-        raise
-
-    try:
-        with f:
-            yield f
-    except Exception:
-        # Clean up temp file on error (replace didn't happen yet)
-        try:
-            os.unlink(tmp_path)
-        except Exception as cleanup_err:
-            # Best-effort cleanup, ignore errors to not mask original exception
-            # Log cleanup failure for debugging (orphaned temp files may accumulate)
-            logging.warning(
-                f"Failed to cleanup temp file {tmp_path}: {cleanup_err}",
-                exc_info=True,
-            )
-        raise
-    else:
-        # Atomic replace - only runs if no exception was raised
-        # If os.replace itself fails, do NOT clean up (may be partially renamed)
-        os.replace(tmp_path, filepath)
-
-
-def write_json_atomic(
-    filepath: str | Path,
-    data: Any,
-    indent: int = 2,
-    ensure_ascii: bool = False,
-    encoding: str = "utf-8",
-) -> None:
-    """
-    Write JSON data to file atomically.
-
-    This function prevents file corruption by:
-    1. Writing to a temporary file first
-    2. Only replacing the target file if the write succeeds
-    3. Using os.replace() for atomicity
-
-    Args:
-        filepath: Target file path
-        data: Data to serialize as JSON
-        indent: JSON indentation (default: 2)
-        ensure_ascii: Whether to escape non-ASCII characters (default: False)
-        encoding: File encoding (default: "utf-8")
-
-    Example:
-        write_json_atomic("/path/to/file.json", {"key": "value"})
-    """
-    with atomic_write(filepath, "w", encoding=encoding) as f:
-        json.dump(data, f, indent=indent, ensure_ascii=ensure_ascii)

apps/backend/core/gh_executable.py

@@ -1,191 +0,0 @@
-#!/usr/bin/env python3
-"""
-GitHub CLI Executable Finder
-============================
-
-Utility to find the gh (GitHub CLI) executable, with platform-specific fallbacks.
-"""
-
-import os
-import shutil
-import subprocess
-
-_cached_gh_path: str | None = None
-
-
-def invalidate_gh_cache() -> None:
-    """Invalidate the cached gh executable path.
-
-    Useful when gh may have been uninstalled, updated, or when
-    GITHUB_CLI_PATH environment variable has changed.
-    """
-    global _cached_gh_path
-    _cached_gh_path = None
-
-
-def _verify_gh_executable(path: str) -> bool:
-    """Verify that a path is a valid gh executable by checking version.
-
-    Args:
-        path: Path to the potential gh executable
-
-    Returns:
-        True if the path points to a valid gh executable, False otherwise
-    """
-    try:
-        result = subprocess.run(
-            [path, "--version"],
-            capture_output=True,
-            text=True,
-            encoding="utf-8",
-            timeout=5,
-        )
-        return result.returncode == 0
-    except (subprocess.TimeoutExpired, OSError):
-        return False
-
-
-def _run_where_command() -> str | None:
-    """Run Windows 'where gh' command to find gh executable.
-
-    Returns:
-        First path found, or None if command failed
-    """
-    try:
-        result = subprocess.run(
-            "where gh",
-            capture_output=True,
-            text=True,
-            encoding="utf-8",
-            timeout=5,
-            shell=True,  # Required: 'where' command must be executed through shell on Windows
-        )
-        if result.returncode == 0 and result.stdout.strip():
-            found_path = result.stdout.strip().split("\n")[0].strip()
-            if (
-                found_path
-                and os.path.isfile(found_path)
-                and _verify_gh_executable(found_path)
-            ):
-                return found_path
-    except (subprocess.TimeoutExpired, OSError):
-        # 'where' command failed or timed out - fall through to return None
-        pass
-    return None
-
-
-def get_gh_executable() -> str | None:
-    """Find the gh executable, with platform-specific fallbacks.
-
-    Returns the path to gh executable, or None if not found.
-
-    Priority order:
-    1. GITHUB_CLI_PATH env var (user-configured path from frontend)
-    2. shutil.which (if gh is in PATH)
-    3. Homebrew paths on macOS
-    4. Windows Program Files paths
-    5. Windows 'where' command
-
-    Caches the result after first successful find. Use invalidate_gh_cache()
-    to force re-detection (e.g., after gh installation/uninstallation).
-    """
-    global _cached_gh_path
-
-    # Return cached result if available AND still exists
-    if _cached_gh_path is not None and os.path.isfile(_cached_gh_path):
-        return _cached_gh_path
-
-    _cached_gh_path = _find_gh_executable()
-    return _cached_gh_path
-
-
-def _find_gh_executable() -> str | None:
-    """Internal function to find gh executable."""
-    # 1. Check GITHUB_CLI_PATH env var (set by Electron frontend)
-    env_path = os.environ.get("GITHUB_CLI_PATH")
-    if env_path and os.path.isfile(env_path) and _verify_gh_executable(env_path):
-        return env_path
-
-    # 2. Try shutil.which (works if gh is in PATH)
-    gh_path = shutil.which("gh")
-    if gh_path and _verify_gh_executable(gh_path):
-        return gh_path
-
-    # 3. macOS-specific: check Homebrew paths
-    if os.name != "nt":  # Unix-like systems (macOS, Linux)
-        homebrew_paths = [
-            "/opt/homebrew/bin/gh",  # Apple Silicon
-            "/usr/local/bin/gh",  # Intel Mac
-            "/home/linuxbrew/.linuxbrew/bin/gh",  # Linux Homebrew
-        ]
-        for path in homebrew_paths:
-            if os.path.isfile(path) and _verify_gh_executable(path):
-                return path
-
-    # 4. Windows-specific: check Program Files paths
-    if os.name == "nt":
-        windows_paths = [
-            os.path.expandvars(r"%PROGRAMFILES%\GitHub CLI\gh.exe"),
-            os.path.expandvars(r"%PROGRAMFILES(X86)%\GitHub CLI\gh.exe"),
-            os.path.expandvars(r"%LOCALAPPDATA%\Programs\GitHub CLI\gh.exe"),
-        ]
-        for path in windows_paths:
-            if os.path.isfile(path) and _verify_gh_executable(path):
-                return path
-
-        # 5. Try 'where' command with shell=True (more reliable on Windows)
-        return _run_where_command()
-
-    return None
-
-
-def run_gh(
-    args: list[str],
-    cwd: str | None = None,
-    timeout: int = 60,
-    input_data: str | None = None,
-) -> subprocess.CompletedProcess:
-    """Run a gh command with proper executable finding.
-
-    Args:
-        args: gh command arguments (without 'gh' prefix)
-        cwd: Working directory for the command
-        timeout: Command timeout in seconds (default: 60)
-        input_data: Optional string data to pass to stdin
-
-    Returns:
-        CompletedProcess with command results.
-    """
-    gh = get_gh_executable()
-    if not gh:
-        return subprocess.CompletedProcess(
-            args=["gh"] + args,
-            returncode=-1,
-            stdout="",
-            stderr="GitHub CLI (gh) not found. Install from https://cli.github.com/",
-        )
-    try:
-        return subprocess.run(
-            [gh] + args,
-            cwd=cwd,
-            input=input_data,
-            capture_output=True,
-            text=True,
-            encoding="utf-8",
-            errors="replace",
-            timeout=timeout,
-        )
-    except subprocess.TimeoutExpired:
-        return subprocess.CompletedProcess(
-            args=[gh] + args,
-            returncode=-1,
-            stdout="",
-            stderr=f"Command timed out after {timeout} seconds",
-        )
-    except FileNotFoundError:
-        return subprocess.CompletedProcess(
-            args=[gh] + args,
-            returncode=-1,
-            stdout="",
-            stderr="GitHub CLI (gh) executable not found. Install from https://cli.github.com/",
-        )

apps/backend/core/git_executable.py

@@ -1,198 +0,0 @@
-#!/usr/bin/env python3
-"""
-Git Executable Finder and Isolation
-====================================
-
-Utility to find the git executable, with Windows-specific fallbacks.
-Also provides environment isolation to prevent pre-commit hooks and
-other git configurations from affecting worktree operations.
-
-Separated into its own module to avoid circular imports.
-"""
-
-import os
-import shutil
-import subprocess
-from pathlib import Path
-
-# Git environment variables that can interfere with worktree operations
-# when set by pre-commit hooks or other git configurations.
-# These must be cleared to prevent cross-worktree contamination.
-GIT_ENV_VARS_TO_CLEAR = [
-    "GIT_DIR",
-    "GIT_WORK_TREE",
-    "GIT_INDEX_FILE",
-    "GIT_OBJECT_DIRECTORY",
-    "GIT_ALTERNATE_OBJECT_DIRECTORIES",
-    # Identity variables that could be set by hooks
-    "GIT_AUTHOR_NAME",
-    "GIT_AUTHOR_EMAIL",
-    "GIT_AUTHOR_DATE",
-    "GIT_COMMITTER_NAME",
-    "GIT_COMMITTER_EMAIL",
-    "GIT_COMMITTER_DATE",
-]
-
-_cached_git_path: str | None = None
-
-
-def get_isolated_git_env(base_env: dict | None = None) -> dict:
-    """
-    Create an isolated environment for git operations.
-
-    Clears git environment variables that may be set by pre-commit hooks
-    or other git configurations, preventing cross-worktree contamination
-    and ensuring git operations target the intended repository.
-
-    Args:
-        base_env: Base environment dict to copy from. If None, uses os.environ.
-
-    Returns:
-        Environment dict safe for git subprocess operations.
-    """
-    env = dict(base_env) if base_env is not None else os.environ.copy()
-
-    for key in GIT_ENV_VARS_TO_CLEAR:
-        env.pop(key, None)
-
-    # Disable user's pre-commit hooks during Auto-Claude managed git operations
-    # to prevent double-hook execution and potential conflicts
-    env["HUSKY"] = "0"
-
-    return env
-
-
-def get_git_executable() -> str:
-    """Find the git executable, with Windows-specific fallbacks.
-
-    Returns the path to git executable. On Windows, checks multiple sources:
-    1. CLAUDE_CODE_GIT_BASH_PATH env var (set by Electron frontend)
-    2. shutil.which (if git is in PATH)
-    3. Common installation locations
-    4. Windows 'where' command
-
-    Caches the result after first successful find.
-    """
-    global _cached_git_path
-
-    # Return cached result if available
-    if _cached_git_path is not None:
-        return _cached_git_path
-
-    git_path = _find_git_executable()
-    _cached_git_path = git_path
-    return git_path
-
-
-def _find_git_executable() -> str:
-    """Internal function to find git executable."""
-    # 1. Check CLAUDE_CODE_GIT_BASH_PATH (set by Electron frontend)
-    # This env var points to bash.exe, we can derive git.exe from it
-    bash_path = os.environ.get("CLAUDE_CODE_GIT_BASH_PATH")
-    if bash_path:
-        try:
-            bash_path_obj = Path(bash_path)
-            if bash_path_obj.exists():
-                git_dir = bash_path_obj.parent.parent
-                # Try cmd/git.exe first (preferred), then bin/git.exe
-                for git_subpath in ["cmd/git.exe", "bin/git.exe"]:
-                    git_path = git_dir / git_subpath
-                    if git_path.is_file():
-                        return str(git_path)
-        except (OSError, ValueError):
-            pass  # Invalid path or permission error - try next method
-
-    # 2. Try shutil.which (works if git is in PATH)
-    git_path = shutil.which("git")
-    if git_path:
-        return git_path
-
-    # 3. Windows-specific: check common installation locations
-    if os.name == "nt":
-        common_paths = [
-            os.path.expandvars(r"%PROGRAMFILES%\Git\cmd\git.exe"),
-            os.path.expandvars(r"%PROGRAMFILES%\Git\bin\git.exe"),
-            os.path.expandvars(r"%PROGRAMFILES(X86)%\Git\cmd\git.exe"),
-            os.path.expandvars(r"%LOCALAPPDATA%\Programs\Git\cmd\git.exe"),
-            r"C:\Program Files\Git\cmd\git.exe",
-            r"C:\Program Files (x86)\Git\cmd\git.exe",
-        ]
-        for path in common_paths:
-            try:
-                if os.path.isfile(path):
-                    return path
-            except OSError:
-                continue
-
-        # 4. Try 'where' command with shell=True (more reliable on Windows)
-        try:
-            result = subprocess.run(
-                "where git",
-                capture_output=True,
-                text=True,
-                timeout=5,
-                shell=True,
-            )
-            if result.returncode == 0 and result.stdout.strip():
-                found_path = result.stdout.strip().split("\n")[0].strip()
-                if found_path and os.path.isfile(found_path):
-                    return found_path
-        except (subprocess.TimeoutExpired, OSError):
-            pass  # 'where' command failed - fall through to default
-
-    # Default fallback - let subprocess handle it (may fail)
-    return "git"
-
-
-def run_git(
-    args: list[str],
-    cwd: Path | str | None = None,
-    timeout: int = 60,
-    input_data: str | None = None,
-    env: dict | None = None,
-    isolate_env: bool = True,
-) -> subprocess.CompletedProcess:
-    """Run a git command with proper executable finding and environment isolation.
-
-    Args:
-        args: Git command arguments (without 'git' prefix)
-        cwd: Working directory for the command
-        timeout: Command timeout in seconds (default: 60)
-        input_data: Optional string data to pass to stdin
-        env: Custom environment dict. If None and isolate_env=True, uses isolated env.
-        isolate_env: If True (default), clears git env vars to prevent hook interference.
-
-    Returns:
-        CompletedProcess with command results.
-    """
-    git = get_git_executable()
-
-    if env is None and isolate_env:
-        env = get_isolated_git_env()
-
-    try:
-        return subprocess.run(
-            [git] + args,
-            cwd=cwd,
-            input=input_data,
-            capture_output=True,
-            text=True,
-            encoding="utf-8",
-            errors="replace",
-            timeout=timeout,
-            env=env,
-        )
-    except subprocess.TimeoutExpired:
-        return subprocess.CompletedProcess(
-            args=[git] + args,
-            returncode=-1,
-            stdout="",
-            stderr=f"Command timed out after {timeout} seconds",
-        )
-    except FileNotFoundError:
-        return subprocess.CompletedProcess(
-            args=[git] + args,
-            returncode=-1,
-            stdout="",
-            stderr="Git executable not found. Please ensure git is installed and in PATH.",
-        )

apps/backend/core/git_provider.py

@@ -1,115 +0,0 @@
-#!/usr/bin/env python3
-"""
-Git Provider Detection
-======================
-
-Utility to detect git hosting provider (GitHub, GitLab, or unknown) from git remote URLs.
-Supports both SSH and HTTPS remote formats, and self-hosted GitLab instances.
-"""
-
-import re
-from pathlib import Path
-
-from .git_executable import run_git
-
-
-def detect_git_provider(project_dir: str | Path, remote_name: str | None = None) -> str:
-    """Detect the git hosting provider from the git remote URL.
-
-    Args:
-        project_dir: Path to the git repository
-        remote_name: Name of the remote to check (defaults to "origin")
-
-    Returns:
-        'github' if GitHub remote detected
-        'gitlab' if GitLab remote detected (cloud or self-hosted)
-        'unknown' if no remote or unsupported provider
-
-    Examples:
-        >>> detect_git_provider('/path/to/repo')
-        'github'  # for git@github.com:user/repo.git
-        'gitlab'  # for git@gitlab.com:user/repo.git
-        'gitlab'  # for https://gitlab.company.com/user/repo.git
-        'unknown' # for no remote or other providers
-    """
-    try:
-        # Get the remote URL (use specified remote or default to origin)
-        remote = remote_name if remote_name else "origin"
-        result = run_git(
-            ["remote", "get-url", remote],
-            cwd=project_dir,
-            timeout=5,
-        )
-
-        # If command failed or no output, return unknown
-        if result.returncode != 0 or not result.stdout.strip():
-            return "unknown"
-
-        remote_url = result.stdout.strip()
-
-        # Parse ssh:// URL format: ssh://[user@]host[:port]/path
-        ssh_url_match = re.match(r"^ssh://(?:[^@]+@)?([^:/]+)(?::\d+)?/", remote_url)
-        if ssh_url_match:
-            hostname = ssh_url_match.group(1)
-            return _classify_hostname(hostname)
-
-        # Parse HTTPS/HTTP format: https://host/path or http://host/path
-        # Must check before scp-like format to avoid matching "https" as hostname
-        https_match = re.match(r"^https?://([^/]+)/", remote_url)
-        if https_match:
-            hostname = https_match.group(1)
-            return _classify_hostname(hostname)
-
-        # Parse scp-like format: [user@]host:path (any username, not just 'git')
-        # This handles git@github.com:user/repo.git and similar formats
-        scp_match = re.match(r"^(?:[^@]+@)?([^:]+):", remote_url)
-        if scp_match:
-            hostname = scp_match.group(1)
-            # Exclude paths that look like Windows drives (e.g., C:)
-            if len(hostname) > 1:
-                return _classify_hostname(hostname)
-
-        # Unrecognized URL format
-        return "unknown"
-
-    except Exception:
-        # Any error (subprocess issues, etc.) -> unknown
-        return "unknown"
-
-
-def _classify_hostname(hostname: str) -> str:
-    """Classify a hostname as github, gitlab, or unknown.
-
-    Args:
-        hostname: The git remote hostname (e.g., 'github.com', 'gitlab.example.com')
-
-    Returns:
-        'github', 'gitlab', or 'unknown'
-    """
-    hostname_lower = hostname.lower()
-
-    # Check for GitHub (cloud and self-hosted/enterprise)
-    # Match github.com, *.github.com, or domains where a segment is or starts with 'github'
-    hostname_parts = hostname_lower.split(".")
-    if (
-        hostname_lower == "github.com"
-        or hostname_lower.endswith(".github.com")
-        or any(
-            part == "github" or part.startswith("github-") for part in hostname_parts
-        )
-    ):
-        return "github"
-
-    # Check for GitLab (cloud and self-hosted)
-    # Match gitlab.com, *.gitlab.com, or domains where a segment is or starts with 'gitlab'
-    if (
-        hostname_lower == "gitlab.com"
-        or hostname_lower.endswith(".gitlab.com")
-        or any(
-            part == "gitlab" or part.startswith("gitlab-") for part in hostname_parts
-        )
-    ):
-        return "gitlab"
-
-    # Unknown provider
-    return "unknown"

apps/backend/core/glab_executable.py

@@ -1,192 +0,0 @@
-#!/usr/bin/env python3
-"""
-GitLab CLI Executable Finder
-============================
-
-Utility to find the glab (GitLab CLI) executable, with platform-specific fallbacks.
-"""
-
-import os
-import shutil
-import subprocess
-
-_cached_glab_path: str | None = None
-
-
-def invalidate_glab_cache() -> None:
-    """Invalidate the cached glab executable path.
-
-    Useful when glab may have been uninstalled, updated, or when
-    GITLAB_CLI_PATH environment variable has changed.
-    """
-    global _cached_glab_path
-    _cached_glab_path = None
-
-
-def _verify_glab_executable(path: str) -> bool:
-    """Verify that a path is a valid glab executable by checking version.
-
-    Args:
-        path: Path to the potential glab executable
-
-    Returns:
-        True if the path points to a valid glab executable, False otherwise
-    """
-    try:
-        result = subprocess.run(
-            [path, "--version"],
-            capture_output=True,
-            text=True,
-            encoding="utf-8",
-            timeout=5,
-        )
-        return result.returncode == 0
-    except (subprocess.TimeoutExpired, OSError):
-        return False
-
-
-def _run_where_command() -> str | None:
-    """Run Windows 'where glab' command to find glab executable.
-
-    Returns:
-        First path found, or None if command failed
-    """
-    try:
-        result = subprocess.run(
-            "where glab",
-            capture_output=True,
-            text=True,
-            encoding="utf-8",
-            timeout=5,
-            shell=True,  # Required: 'where' command must be executed through shell on Windows
-        )
-        if result.returncode == 0 and result.stdout.strip():
-            found_path = result.stdout.strip().split("\n")[0].strip()
-            if (
-                found_path
-                and os.path.isfile(found_path)
-                and _verify_glab_executable(found_path)
-            ):
-                return found_path
-    except (subprocess.TimeoutExpired, OSError):
-        # 'where' command failed or timed out - fall through to return None
-        pass
-    return None
-
-
-def get_glab_executable() -> str | None:
-    """Find the glab executable, with platform-specific fallbacks.
-
-    Returns the path to glab executable, or None if not found.
-
-    Priority order:
-    1. GITLAB_CLI_PATH env var (user-configured path from frontend)
-    2. shutil.which (if glab is in PATH)
-    3. Homebrew paths on macOS
-    4. Windows Program Files paths
-    5. Windows 'where' command
-
-    Caches the result after first successful find. Use invalidate_glab_cache()
-    to force re-detection (e.g., after glab installation/uninstallation).
-    """
-    global _cached_glab_path
-
-    # Return cached result if available AND still exists
-    if _cached_glab_path is not None and os.path.isfile(_cached_glab_path):
-        return _cached_glab_path
-
-    _cached_glab_path = _find_glab_executable()
-    return _cached_glab_path
-
-
-def _find_glab_executable() -> str | None:
-    """Internal function to find glab executable."""
-    # 1. Check GITLAB_CLI_PATH env var (set by Electron frontend)
-    env_path = os.environ.get("GITLAB_CLI_PATH")
-    if env_path and os.path.isfile(env_path) and _verify_glab_executable(env_path):
-        return env_path
-
-    # 2. Try shutil.which (works if glab is in PATH)
-    glab_path = shutil.which("glab")
-    if glab_path and _verify_glab_executable(glab_path):
-        return glab_path
-
-    # 3. macOS-specific: check Homebrew paths
-    if os.name != "nt":  # Unix-like systems (macOS, Linux)
-        homebrew_paths = [
-            "/opt/homebrew/bin/glab",  # Apple Silicon
-            "/usr/local/bin/glab",  # Intel Mac
-            "/home/linuxbrew/.linuxbrew/bin/glab",  # Linux Homebrew
-        ]
-        for path in homebrew_paths:
-            if os.path.isfile(path) and _verify_glab_executable(path):
-                return path
-
-    # 4. Windows-specific: check Program Files paths
-    # glab uses Inno Setup with DefaultDirName={autopf}\glab
-    if os.name == "nt":
-        windows_paths = [
-            os.path.expandvars(r"%PROGRAMFILES%\glab\glab.exe"),
-            os.path.expandvars(r"%PROGRAMFILES(X86)%\glab\glab.exe"),
-            os.path.expandvars(r"%LOCALAPPDATA%\Programs\glab\glab.exe"),
-        ]
-        for path in windows_paths:
-            if os.path.isfile(path) and _verify_glab_executable(path):
-                return path
-
-        # 5. Try 'where' command with shell=True (more reliable on Windows)
-        return _run_where_command()
-
-    return None
-
-
-def run_glab(
-    args: list[str],
-    cwd: str | None = None,
-    timeout: int = 60,
-    input_data: str | None = None,
-) -> subprocess.CompletedProcess:
-    """Run a glab command with proper executable finding.
-
-    Args:
-        args: glab command arguments (without 'glab' prefix)
-        cwd: Working directory for the command
-        timeout: Command timeout in seconds (default: 60)
-        input_data: Optional string data to pass to stdin
-
-    Returns:
-        CompletedProcess with command results.
-    """
-    glab = get_glab_executable()
-    if not glab:
-        return subprocess.CompletedProcess(
-            args=["glab"] + args,
-            returncode=-1,
-            stdout="",
-            stderr="GitLab CLI (glab) not found. Install from https://gitlab.com/gitlab-org/cli",
-        )
-    try:
-        return subprocess.run(
-            [glab] + args,
-            cwd=cwd,
-            input=input_data,
-            capture_output=True,
-            text=True,
-            encoding="utf-8",
-            errors="replace",
-            timeout=timeout,
-        )
-    except subprocess.TimeoutExpired:
-        return subprocess.CompletedProcess(
-            args=[glab] + args,
-            returncode=-1,
-            stdout="",
-            stderr=f"Command timed out after {timeout} seconds",
-        )
-    except FileNotFoundError:
-        return subprocess.CompletedProcess(
-            args=[glab] + args,
-            returncode=-1,
-            stdout="",
-            stderr="GitLab CLI (glab) executable not found. Install from https://gitlab.com/gitlab-org/cli",
-        )

apps/backend/core/io_utils.py

@@ -1,94 +0,0 @@
-"""
-I/O Utilities for Safe Console Output
-=====================================
-
-Safe I/O operations for processes running as subprocesses.
-
-When the backend runs as a subprocess of the Electron app, the parent
-process may close the pipe at any time (e.g., user closes the app,
-process killed, etc.). This module provides utilities to handle these
-cases gracefully.
-"""
-
-from __future__ import annotations
-
-import logging
-import sys
-
-logger = logging.getLogger(__name__)
-
-# Track if pipe is broken to avoid repeated failed writes
-_pipe_broken = False
-
-
-def safe_print(message: str, flush: bool = True) -> None:
-    """
-    Print to stdout with BrokenPipeError handling.
-
-    When running as a subprocess (e.g., from Electron), the parent process
-    may close the pipe at any time. This function gracefully handles that
-    case instead of raising an exception.
-
-    Args:
-        message: The message to print
-        flush: Whether to flush stdout after printing (default True)
-    """
-    global _pipe_broken
-
-    # Skip if we already know the pipe is broken
-    if _pipe_broken:
-        return
-
-    try:
-        print(message, flush=flush)
-    except BrokenPipeError:
-        # Pipe closed by parent process - this is expected during shutdown
-        _pipe_broken = True
-        # Quietly close stdout to prevent further errors
-        try:
-            sys.stdout.close()
-        except Exception:
-            pass
-        logger.debug("Output pipe closed by parent process")
-    except ValueError as e:
-        # Handle writes to closed file (can happen after stdout.close())
-        if "closed file" in str(e).lower():
-            _pipe_broken = True
-            logger.debug("Output stream closed")
-        else:
-            # Re-raise unexpected ValueErrors
-            raise
-    except OSError as e:
-        # Handle other pipe-related errors (EPIPE, etc.)
-        if e.errno == 32:  # EPIPE - Broken pipe
-            _pipe_broken = True
-            try:
-                sys.stdout.close()
-            except Exception:
-                pass
-            logger.debug("Output pipe closed (EPIPE)")
-        else:
-            # Re-raise unexpected OS errors
-            raise
-
-
-def is_pipe_broken() -> bool:
-    """Check if the output pipe has been closed."""
-    return _pipe_broken
-
-
-def reset_pipe_state() -> None:
-    """
-    Reset pipe broken state.
-
-    Useful for testing or when starting a new subprocess context where
-    stdout has been reopened. Should only be called when stdout is known
-    to be functional (e.g., in a fresh subprocess with a new stdout).
-
-    Warning:
-        Calling this after stdout has been closed will result in safe_print()
-        attempting to write to the closed stream. The ValueError will be
-        caught and the pipe will be marked as broken again.
-    """
-    global _pipe_broken
-    _pipe_broken = False

apps/backend/core/phase_event.py

@@ -23,9 +23,6 @@ class ExecutionPhase(str, Enum):
     QA_FIXING = "qa_fixing"
     COMPLETE = "complete"
     FAILED = "failed"
-    # Pause states for intelligent error recovery
-    RATE_LIMIT_PAUSED = "rate_limit_paused"
-    AUTH_FAILURE_PAUSED = "auth_failure_paused"
 
 
 def emit_phase(
@@ -34,19 +31,8 @@ def emit_phase(
     *,
     progress: int | None = None,
     subtask: str | None = None,
-    reset_timestamp: int | None = None,
-    profile_id: str | None = None,
 ) -> None:
-    """Emit structured phase event to stdout for frontend parsing.
-
-    Args:
-        phase: The execution phase (e.g., PLANNING, CODING, RATE_LIMIT_PAUSED)
-        message: Optional message describing the phase state
-        progress: Optional progress percentage (0-100)
-        subtask: Optional subtask identifier
-        reset_timestamp: Optional Unix timestamp for rate limit reset time
-        profile_id: Optional profile ID that triggered the pause
-    """
+    """Emit structured phase event to stdout for frontend parsing."""
     phase_value = phase.value if isinstance(phase, ExecutionPhase) else phase
 
     payload: dict[str, Any] = {
@@ -62,18 +48,8 @@ def emit_phase(
     if subtask is not None:
         payload["subtask"] = subtask
 
-    if reset_timestamp is not None:
-        payload["reset_timestamp"] = reset_timestamp
-
-    if profile_id is not None:
-        payload["profile_id"] = profile_id
-
     try:
         print(f"{PHASE_MARKER_PREFIX}{json.dumps(payload, default=str)}", flush=True)
     except (OSError, UnicodeEncodeError) as e:
         if _DEBUG:
-            try:
-                sys.stderr.write(f"[phase_event] emit failed: {e}\n")
-                sys.stderr.flush()
-            except (OSError, UnicodeEncodeError):
-                pass  # Truly silent on complete I/O failure
+            print(f"[phase_event] emit failed: {e}", file=sys.stderr, flush=True)

apps/backend/core/plan_normalization.py

@@ -1,50 +0,0 @@
-"""
-Implementation Plan Normalization Utilities
-===========================================
-
-Small helpers for normalizing common LLM/legacy field variants in
-implementation_plan.json without changing status semantics.
-"""
-
-from typing import Any
-
-
-def normalize_subtask_aliases(subtask: dict[str, Any]) -> tuple[dict[str, Any], bool]:
-    """Normalize common subtask field aliases.
-
-    - If `id` is missing and `subtask_id` exists, copy it into `id` as a string.
-    - If `description` is missing/empty and `title` is a non-empty string, copy it
-      into `description`.
-    """
-
-    normalized = dict(subtask)
-    changed = False
-
-    id_value = normalized.get("id")
-    id_missing = (
-        "id" not in normalized
-        or id_value is None
-        or (isinstance(id_value, str) and not id_value.strip())
-    )
-    if id_missing and "subtask_id" in normalized:
-        subtask_id = normalized.get("subtask_id")
-        if subtask_id is not None:
-            subtask_id_str = str(subtask_id).strip()
-            if subtask_id_str:
-                normalized["id"] = subtask_id_str
-                changed = True
-
-    description_value = normalized.get("description")
-    description_missing = (
-        "description" not in normalized
-        or description_value is None
-        or (isinstance(description_value, str) and not description_value.strip())
-    )
-    title = normalized.get("title")
-    if description_missing and isinstance(title, str):
-        title_str = title.strip()
-        if title_str:
-            normalized["description"] = title_str
-            changed = True
-
-    return normalized, changed

apps/backend/core/platform/__init__.py

@@ -1,516 +0,0 @@
-"""
-Platform Abstraction Layer
-
-Centralized platform-specific operations for the Python backend.
-All code that checks sys.platform or handles OS differences should use this module.
-
-Design principles:
-- Single source of truth for platform detection
-- Feature detection over platform detection when possible
-- Clear, intention-revealing names
-- Immutable configurations where possible
-"""
-
-import os
-import platform
-import re
-import shutil
-import subprocess
-from enum import Enum
-from pathlib import Path
-
-# ============================================================================
-# Type Definitions
-# ============================================================================
-
-
-class OS(Enum):
-    """Supported operating systems."""
-
-    WINDOWS = "Windows"
-    MACOS = "Darwin"
-    LINUX = "Linux"
-
-
-class ShellType(Enum):
-    """Available shell types."""
-
-    POWERSHELL = "powershell"
-    CMD = "cmd"
-    BASH = "bash"
-    ZSH = "zsh"
-    FISH = "fish"
-    UNKNOWN = "unknown"
-
-
-# ============================================================================
-# Platform Detection
-# ============================================================================
-
-
-def get_current_os() -> OS:
-    """Get the current operating system.
-
-    Returns the OS enum for the current platform. For unsupported Unix-like
-    systems (e.g., FreeBSD, SunOS), defaults to Linux for compatibility.
-    """
-    system = platform.system()
-    if system == "Windows":
-        return OS.WINDOWS
-    elif system == "Darwin":
-        return OS.MACOS
-    # Default to Linux for other Unix-like systems (FreeBSD, SunOS, etc.)
-    return OS.LINUX
-
-
-def is_windows() -> bool:
-    """Check if running on Windows."""
-    return platform.system() == "Windows"
-
-
-def is_macos() -> bool:
-    """Check if running on macOS."""
-    return platform.system() == "Darwin"
-
-
-def is_linux() -> bool:
-    """Check if running on Linux."""
-    return platform.system() == "Linux"
-
-
-def is_unix() -> bool:
-    """Check if running on a Unix-like system (macOS or Linux)."""
-    return not is_windows()
-
-
-# ============================================================================
-# Path Configuration
-# ============================================================================
-
-
-def get_path_delimiter() -> str:
-    """Get the PATH separator for environment variables."""
-    return ";" if is_windows() else ":"
-
-
-def get_executable_extension() -> str:
-    """Get the default file extension for executables."""
-    return ".exe" if is_windows() else ""
-
-
-def with_executable_extension(base_name: str) -> str:
-    """Add executable extension to a base name if needed."""
-    if not base_name:
-        return base_name
-
-    # Check if already has extension
-    if os.path.splitext(base_name)[1]:
-        return base_name
-
-    exe_ext = get_executable_extension()
-    return f"{base_name}{exe_ext}" if exe_ext else base_name
-
-
-# ============================================================================
-# Binary Directories
-# ============================================================================
-
-
-def get_binary_directories() -> dict[str, list[str]]:
-    """
-    Get common binary directories for the current platform.
-
-    Returns:
-        Dict with 'user' and 'system' keys containing lists of directories.
-    """
-    home_dir = Path.home()
-
-    if is_windows():
-        return {
-            "user": [
-                str(home_dir / "AppData" / "Local" / "Programs"),
-                str(home_dir / "AppData" / "Roaming" / "npm"),
-                str(home_dir / ".local" / "bin"),
-            ],
-            "system": [
-                os.environ.get("ProgramFiles", "C:\\Program Files"),
-                os.environ.get("ProgramFiles(x86)", "C:\\Program Files (x86)"),
-                os.path.join(os.environ.get("SystemRoot", "C:\\Windows"), "System32"),
-            ],
-        }
-
-    if is_macos():
-        return {
-            "user": [
-                str(home_dir / ".local" / "bin"),
-                str(home_dir / "bin"),
-            ],
-            "system": [
-                "/opt/homebrew/bin",
-                "/usr/local/bin",
-                "/usr/bin",
-            ],
-        }
-
-    # Linux
-    return {
-        "user": [
-            str(home_dir / ".local" / "bin"),
-            str(home_dir / "bin"),
-        ],
-        "system": [
-            "/usr/bin",
-            "/usr/local/bin",
-            "/snap/bin",
-        ],
-    }
-
-
-def get_homebrew_path() -> str | None:
-    """
-    Get Homebrew binary directory (macOS only).
-
-    Returns:
-        Homebrew bin path or None if not on macOS.
-    """
-    if not is_macos():
-        return None
-
-    homebrew_paths = [
-        "/opt/homebrew/bin",  # Apple Silicon
-        "/usr/local/bin",  # Intel
-    ]
-
-    for brew_path in homebrew_paths:
-        if os.path.exists(brew_path):
-            return brew_path
-
-    return homebrew_paths[0]  # Default to Apple Silicon
-
-
-# ============================================================================
-# Tool Detection
-# ============================================================================
-
-
-def find_executable(name: str, additional_paths: list[str] | None = None) -> str | None:
-    """
-    Find an executable in standard locations.
-
-    Searches:
-    1. System PATH
-    2. Platform-specific binary directories
-    3. Additional custom paths
-
-    Args:
-        name: Name of the executable (without extension)
-        additional_paths: Optional list of additional paths to search
-
-    Returns:
-        Full path to executable if found, None otherwise
-    """
-    # First check system PATH
-    in_path = shutil.which(name)
-    if in_path:
-        return in_path
-
-    # Check with extension on Windows
-    if is_windows():
-        for ext in [".exe", ".cmd", ".bat"]:
-            in_path = shutil.which(f"{name}{ext}")
-            if in_path:
-                return in_path
-
-    # Search in platform-specific directories
-    bins = get_binary_directories()
-    search_dirs = bins["user"] + bins["system"]
-
-    if additional_paths:
-        search_dirs.extend(additional_paths)
-
-    for directory in search_dirs:
-        if not os.path.isdir(directory):
-            continue
-
-        # Try without extension
-        exe_path = os.path.join(directory, with_executable_extension(name))
-        if os.path.isfile(exe_path):
-            return exe_path
-
-        # Try common extensions on Windows
-        if is_windows():
-            for ext in [".exe", ".cmd", ".bat"]:
-                exe_path = os.path.join(directory, f"{name}{ext}")
-                if os.path.isfile(exe_path):
-                    return exe_path
-
-    return None
-
-
-def get_claude_detection_paths() -> list[str]:
-    """
-    Get platform-specific paths for Claude CLI detection.
-
-    Returns:
-        List of possible Claude CLI executable paths.
-    """
-    home_dir = Path.home()
-    paths = []
-
-    if is_windows():
-        paths.extend(
-            [
-                str(
-                    home_dir
-                    / "AppData"
-                    / "Local"
-                    / "Programs"
-                    / "claude"
-                    / "claude.exe"
-                ),
-                str(home_dir / "AppData" / "Roaming" / "npm" / "claude.cmd"),
-                str(home_dir / ".local" / "bin" / "claude.exe"),
-                r"C:\Program Files\Claude\claude.exe",
-                r"C:\Program Files (x86)\Claude\claude.exe",
-            ]
-        )
-    else:
-        paths.extend(
-            [
-                str(home_dir / ".local" / "bin" / "claude"),
-                str(home_dir / "bin" / "claude"),
-            ]
-        )
-
-    # Add Homebrew path on macOS
-    if is_macos():
-        brew_path = get_homebrew_path()
-        if brew_path:
-            paths.append(os.path.join(brew_path, "claude"))
-
-    return paths
-
-
-def get_claude_detection_paths_structured() -> dict[str, list[str] | str]:
-    """
-    Get platform-specific paths for Claude CLI detection in structured format.
-
-    Returns a dict with categorized paths for different detection strategies:
-    - 'homebrew': Homebrew installation paths (macOS)
-    - 'platform': Platform-specific standard installation locations
-    - 'nvm_versions_dir': NVM versions directory path for scanning Node installations
-
-    This structured format allows callers to implement custom detection logic
-    for each category (e.g., iterating NVM version directories).
-
-    Returns:
-        Dict with 'homebrew', 'platform', and 'nvm_versions_dir' keys
-    """
-    home_dir = Path.home()
-
-    homebrew_paths = [
-        "/opt/homebrew/bin/claude",  # Apple Silicon
-        "/usr/local/bin/claude",  # Intel Mac
-    ]
-
-    if is_windows():
-        platform_paths = [
-            str(home_dir / "AppData/Local/Programs/claude/claude.exe"),
-            str(home_dir / "AppData/Roaming/npm/claude.cmd"),
-            str(home_dir / ".local/bin/claude.exe"),
-            r"C:\Program Files\Claude\claude.exe",
-            r"C:\Program Files (x86)\Claude\claude.exe",
-        ]
-    else:
-        platform_paths = [
-            str(home_dir / ".local" / "bin" / "claude"),
-            str(home_dir / "bin" / "claude"),
-        ]
-
-    nvm_versions_dir = str(home_dir / ".nvm" / "versions" / "node")
-
-    return {
-        "homebrew": homebrew_paths,
-        "platform": platform_paths,
-        "nvm_versions_dir": nvm_versions_dir,
-    }
-
-
-def get_python_commands() -> list[list[str]]:
-    """
-    Get platform-specific Python command variations as argument sequences.
-
-    Returns command arguments as sequences so callers can pass each entry
-    directly to subprocess.run(cmd) or use cmd[0] with shutil.which().
-
-    Returns:
-        List of command argument lists to try, in order of preference.
-        Each inner list contains the executable and any required arguments.
-
-    Example:
-        for cmd in get_python_commands():
-            if shutil.which(cmd[0]):
-                subprocess.run(cmd + ["--version"])
-                break
-    """
-    if is_windows():
-        return [["py", "-3"], ["python"], ["python3"], ["py"]]
-    return [["python3"], ["python"]]
-
-
-def validate_cli_path(cli_path: str) -> bool:
-    """
-    Validate that a CLI path is secure and executable.
-
-    Prevents command injection attacks by rejecting paths with shell metacharacters,
-    directory traversal patterns, or environment variable expansion.
-
-    Args:
-        cli_path: Path to validate
-
-    Returns:
-        True if path is secure, False otherwise
-    """
-    if not cli_path or not cli_path.strip():
-        return False
-
-    # Security validation: reject paths with shell metacharacters or other dangerous patterns
-    dangerous_patterns = [
-        r'[;&|`${}[\]<>!"^]',  # Shell metacharacters
-        r"%[^%]+%",  # Windows environment variable expansion
-        r"\.\./",  # Unix directory traversal
-        r"\.\.\\",  # Windows directory traversal
-        r"[\r\n\x00]",  # Newlines (command injection), null bytes (path truncation)
-    ]
-
-    for pattern in dangerous_patterns:
-        if re.search(pattern, cli_path):
-            return False
-
-    # On Windows, validate executable name additionally
-    if is_windows():
-        # Extract just the executable name
-        exe_name = os.path.basename(cli_path)
-        name_without_ext = os.path.splitext(exe_name)[0]
-
-        # Allow only alphanumeric, dots, hyphens, underscores in the name
-        if not name_without_ext or not all(
-            c.isalnum() or c in "._-" for c in name_without_ext
-        ):
-            return False
-
-    # Check if path exists (if absolute)
-    if os.path.isabs(cli_path):
-        return os.path.isfile(cli_path)
-
-    return True
-
-
-# ============================================================================
-# Shell Execution
-# ============================================================================
-
-
-def requires_shell(command: str) -> bool:
-    """
-    Check if a command requires shell execution on Windows.
-
-    Windows needs shell execution for .cmd and .bat files.
-
-    Args:
-        command: Command string to check
-
-    Returns:
-        True if shell execution is required
-    """
-    if not is_windows():
-        return False
-
-    _, ext = os.path.splitext(command)
-    return ext.lower() in {".cmd", ".bat", ".ps1"}
-
-
-def get_comspec_path() -> str:
-    """
-    Get the path to cmd.exe on Windows.
-
-    Returns:
-        Path to cmd.exe or default location.
-    """
-    if is_windows():
-        return os.environ.get(
-            "ComSpec",
-            os.path.join(
-                os.environ.get("SystemRoot", "C:\\Windows"), "System32", "cmd.exe"
-            ),
-        )
-    return "/bin/sh"
-
-
-def build_windows_command(cli_path: str, args: list[str]) -> list[str]:
-    """
-    Build a command array for Windows execution.
-
-    Handles .cmd/.bat files that require shell execution.
-
-    Args:
-        cli_path: Path to the CLI executable
-        args: Command arguments
-
-    Returns:
-        Command array suitable for subprocess.run
-    """
-    if is_windows() and cli_path.lower().endswith((".cmd", ".bat")):
-        # Use cmd.exe to execute .cmd/.bat files
-        cmd_exe = get_comspec_path()
-        # Properly escape arguments for Windows command line
-        escaped_args = subprocess.list2cmdline(args)
-        return [cmd_exe, "/d", "/s", "/c", f'"{cli_path}" {escaped_args}']
-
-    return [cli_path] + args
-
-
-# ============================================================================
-# Environment Variables
-# ============================================================================
-
-
-def get_env_var(name: str, default: str | None = None) -> str | None:
-    """
-    Get environment variable value with case-insensitive support on Windows.
-
-    Args:
-        name: Environment variable name
-        default: Default value if not found
-
-    Returns:
-        Environment variable value or default
-    """
-    if is_windows():
-        # Case-insensitive lookup on Windows
-        for key, value in os.environ.items():
-            if key.lower() == name.lower():
-                return value
-        return default
-
-    return os.environ.get(name, default)
-
-
-# ============================================================================
-# Platform Description
-# ============================================================================
-
-
-def get_platform_description() -> str:
-    """
-    Get a human-readable platform description.
-
-    Returns:
-        String like "Windows (AMD64)" or "macOS (arm64)"
-    """
-    os_name = {OS.WINDOWS: "Windows", OS.MACOS: "macOS", OS.LINUX: "Linux"}.get(
-        get_current_os(), platform.system()
-    )
-
-    arch = platform.machine()
-    return f"{os_name} ({arch})"

apps/backend/core/progress.py

@@ -11,7 +11,6 @@ Enhanced with colored output, icons, and better visual formatting.
 import json
 from pathlib import Path
 
-from core.plan_normalization import normalize_subtask_aliases
 from ui import (
     Icons,
     bold,
@@ -43,7 +42,7 @@ def count_subtasks(spec_dir: Path) -> tuple[int, int]:
         return 0, 0
 
     try:
-        with open(plan_file, encoding="utf-8") as f:
+        with open(plan_file) as f:
             plan = json.load(f)
 
         total = 0
@@ -56,7 +55,7 @@ def count_subtasks(spec_dir: Path) -> tuple[int, int]:
                     completed += 1
 
         return completed, total
-    except (OSError, json.JSONDecodeError, UnicodeDecodeError):
+    except (OSError, json.JSONDecodeError):
         return 0, 0
 
 
@@ -81,7 +80,7 @@ def count_subtasks_detailed(spec_dir: Path) -> dict:
         return result
 
     try:
-        with open(plan_file, encoding="utf-8") as f:
+        with open(plan_file) as f:
             plan = json.load(f)
 
         for phase in plan.get("phases", []):
@@ -94,7 +93,7 @@ def count_subtasks_detailed(spec_dir: Path) -> dict:
                     result["pending"] += 1
 
         return result
-    except (OSError, json.JSONDecodeError, UnicodeDecodeError):
+    except (OSError, json.JSONDecodeError):
         return result
 
 
@@ -182,7 +181,7 @@ def print_progress_summary(spec_dir: Path, show_next: bool = True) -> None:
 
         # Phase summary
         try:
-            with open(spec_dir / "implementation_plan.json", encoding="utf-8") as f:
+            with open(spec_dir / "implementation_plan.json") as f:
                 plan = json.load(f)
 
             print("\nPhases:")
@@ -230,8 +229,8 @@ def print_progress_summary(spec_dir: Path, show_next: bool = True) -> None:
                         f"  {icon(Icons.ARROW_RIGHT)} Next: {highlight(next_id)} - {next_desc}"
                     )
 
-        except (OSError, json.JSONDecodeError, UnicodeDecodeError):
-            pass  # Ignore corrupted/unreadable progress files
+        except (OSError, json.JSONDecodeError):
+            pass
     else:
         print()
         print_status("No implementation subtasks yet - planner needs to run", "pending")
@@ -302,7 +301,7 @@ def get_plan_summary(spec_dir: Path) -> dict:
         }
 
     try:
-        with open(plan_file, encoding="utf-8") as f:
+        with open(plan_file) as f:
             plan = json.load(f)
 
         summary = {
@@ -355,7 +354,7 @@ def get_plan_summary(spec_dir: Path) -> dict:
 
         return summary
 
-    except (OSError, json.JSONDecodeError, UnicodeDecodeError):
+    except (OSError, json.JSONDecodeError):
         return {
             "workflow_type": None,
             "total_phases": 0,
@@ -376,11 +375,11 @@ def get_current_phase(spec_dir: Path) -> dict | None:
         return None
 
     try:
-        with open(plan_file, encoding="utf-8") as f:
+        with open(plan_file) as f:
             plan = json.load(f)
 
         for phase in plan.get("phases", []):
-            subtasks = phase.get("subtasks", phase.get("chunks", []))
+            subtasks = phase.get("subtasks", [])
             # Phase is current if it has incomplete subtasks and dependencies are met
             has_incomplete = any(s.get("status") != "completed" for s in subtasks)
             if has_incomplete:
@@ -396,7 +395,7 @@ def get_current_phase(spec_dir: Path) -> dict | None:
 
         return None
 
-    except (OSError, json.JSONDecodeError, UnicodeDecodeError):
+    except (OSError, json.JSONDecodeError):
         return None
 
 
@@ -416,39 +415,24 @@ def get_next_subtask(spec_dir: Path) -> dict | None:
         return None
 
     try:
-        with open(plan_file, encoding="utf-8") as f:
+        with open(plan_file) as f:
             plan = json.load(f)
 
         phases = plan.get("phases", [])
 
         # Build a map of phase completion
-        phase_complete: dict[str, bool] = {}
-        for i, phase in enumerate(phases):
-            phase_id_value = phase.get("id")
-            phase_id_raw = (
-                phase_id_value if phase_id_value is not None else phase.get("phase")
-            )
-            phase_id_key = (
-                str(phase_id_raw) if phase_id_raw is not None else f"unknown:{i}"
-            )
-            subtasks = phase.get("subtasks", phase.get("chunks", []))
-            phase_complete[phase_id_key] = all(
+        phase_complete = {}
+        for phase in phases:
+            phase_id = phase.get("id") or phase.get("phase")
+            subtasks = phase.get("subtasks", [])
+            phase_complete[phase_id] = all(
                 s.get("status") == "completed" for s in subtasks
             )
 
         # Find next available subtask
         for phase in phases:
-            phase_id_value = phase.get("id")
-            phase_id = (
-                phase_id_value if phase_id_value is not None else phase.get("phase")
-            )
-            depends_on_raw = phase.get("depends_on", [])
-            if isinstance(depends_on_raw, list):
-                depends_on = [str(d) for d in depends_on_raw if d is not None]
-            elif depends_on_raw is None:
-                depends_on = []
-            else:
-                depends_on = [str(depends_on_raw)]
+            phase_id = phase.get("id") or phase.get("phase")
+            depends_on = phase.get("depends_on", [])
 
             # Check if dependencies are satisfied
             deps_satisfied = all(phase_complete.get(dep, False) for dep in depends_on)
@@ -456,21 +440,18 @@ def get_next_subtask(spec_dir: Path) -> dict | None:
                 continue
 
             # Find first pending subtask in this phase
-            for subtask in phase.get("subtasks", phase.get("chunks", [])):
-                status = subtask.get("status", "pending")
-                if status in {"pending", "not_started", "not started"}:
-                    subtask_out, _changed = normalize_subtask_aliases(subtask)
-                    subtask_out["status"] = "pending"
+            for subtask in phase.get("subtasks", []):
+                if subtask.get("status") == "pending":
                     return {
-                        **subtask_out,
                         "phase_id": phase_id,
                         "phase_name": phase.get("name"),
                         "phase_num": phase.get("phase"),
+                        **subtask,
                     }
 
         return None
 
-    except (OSError, json.JSONDecodeError, UnicodeDecodeError):
+    except (OSError, json.JSONDecodeError):
         return None
 
 

apps/backend/core/sentry.py

@@ -1,417 +0,0 @@
-"""
-Sentry Error Tracking for Python Backend
-=========================================
-
-Initializes Sentry for the Python backend with:
-- Privacy-preserving path masking (usernames removed)
-- Release tracking matching the Electron frontend
-- Environment variable configuration (same as frontend)
-
-Configuration:
-- SENTRY_DSN: Required to enable Sentry (same as frontend)
-- SENTRY_TRACES_SAMPLE_RATE: Performance monitoring sample rate (0-1, default: 0.1)
-- SENTRY_ENVIRONMENT: Override environment (default: auto-detected)
-
-Privacy Note:
-- Usernames are masked from all file paths
-- Project paths remain visible for debugging (this is expected)
-- No user identifiers are collected
-"""
-
-from __future__ import annotations
-
-import logging
-import os
-import re
-import sys
-from pathlib import Path
-from typing import Any
-
-logger = logging.getLogger(__name__)
-
-# Track initialization state
-_sentry_initialized = False
-_sentry_enabled = False
-
-# Production trace sample rate (10%)
-PRODUCTION_TRACE_SAMPLE_RATE = 0.1
-
-
-def _get_version() -> str:
-    """
-    Get the application version.
-
-    Tries to read from package.json in the frontend directory,
-    falling back to a default version.
-    """
-    try:
-        # Try to find package.json relative to this file
-        backend_dir = Path(__file__).parent.parent
-        frontend_dir = backend_dir.parent / "frontend"
-        package_json = frontend_dir / "package.json"
-
-        if package_json.exists():
-            import json
-
-            with open(package_json, encoding="utf-8") as f:
-                data = json.load(f)
-                return data.get("version", "0.0.0")
-    except Exception as e:
-        logger.debug(f"Version detection failed: {e}")
-
-    return "0.0.0"
-
-
-def _mask_user_paths(text: str) -> str:
-    """
-    Mask user-specific paths for privacy.
-
-    Replaces usernames in common OS path patterns:
-    - macOS: /Users/username/... becomes /Users/***/...
-    - Windows: C:\\Users\\username\\... becomes C:\\Users\\***\\...
-    - Linux: /home/username/... becomes /home/***/...
-    - WSL: /mnt/c/Users/username/... becomes /mnt/c/Users/***/...
-
-    Note: Project paths remain visible for debugging purposes.
-    """
-    if not text:
-        return text
-
-    # macOS: /Users/username/...
-    text = re.sub(r"/Users/[^/]+(?=/|$)", "/Users/***", text)
-
-    # Windows: C:\Users\username\...
-    text = re.sub(
-        r"[A-Za-z]:\\Users\\[^\\]+(?=\\|$)",
-        lambda m: f"{m.group(0)[0]}:\\Users\\***",
-        text,
-    )
-
-    # Linux: /home/username/...
-    text = re.sub(r"/home/[^/]+(?=/|$)", "/home/***", text)
-
-    # WSL: /mnt/c/Users/username/... (accessing Windows filesystem from WSL)
-    text = re.sub(
-        r"/mnt/[a-z]/Users/[^/]+(?=/|$)",
-        lambda m: f"{m.group(0)[:6]}/Users/***",
-        text,
-    )
-
-    return text
-
-
-def _mask_object_paths(obj: Any, _depth: int = 0) -> Any:
-    """
-    Recursively mask paths in an object.
-
-    Args:
-        obj: The object to mask paths in
-        _depth: Current recursion depth (internal use)
-
-    Returns:
-        Object with paths masked
-    """
-    # Prevent stack overflow on deeply nested or circular structures
-    if _depth > 50:
-        return obj
-
-    if obj is None:
-        return obj
-
-    if isinstance(obj, str):
-        return _mask_user_paths(obj)
-
-    if isinstance(obj, list):
-        return [_mask_object_paths(item, _depth + 1) for item in obj]
-
-    if isinstance(obj, dict):
-        return {
-            key: _mask_object_paths(value, _depth + 1) for key, value in obj.items()
-        }
-
-    return obj
-
-
-def _before_send(event: dict, hint: dict) -> dict | None:
-    """
-    Process event before sending to Sentry.
-
-    Applies privacy masking to all paths in the event.
-    """
-    if not _sentry_enabled:
-        return None
-
-    # Mask paths in exception stack traces
-    if "exception" in event and "values" in event["exception"]:
-        for exception in event["exception"]["values"]:
-            if "stacktrace" in exception and "frames" in exception["stacktrace"]:
-                for frame in exception["stacktrace"]["frames"]:
-                    if "filename" in frame:
-                        frame["filename"] = _mask_user_paths(frame["filename"])
-                    if "abs_path" in frame:
-                        frame["abs_path"] = _mask_user_paths(frame["abs_path"])
-            if "value" in exception:
-                exception["value"] = _mask_user_paths(exception["value"])
-
-    # Mask paths in breadcrumbs
-    if "breadcrumbs" in event:
-        for breadcrumb in event.get("breadcrumbs", {}).get("values", []):
-            if "message" in breadcrumb:
-                breadcrumb["message"] = _mask_user_paths(breadcrumb["message"])
-            if "data" in breadcrumb:
-                breadcrumb["data"] = _mask_object_paths(breadcrumb["data"])
-
-    # Mask paths in message
-    if "message" in event:
-        event["message"] = _mask_user_paths(event["message"])
-
-    # Mask paths in tags
-    if "tags" in event:
-        event["tags"] = _mask_object_paths(event["tags"])
-
-    # Mask paths in contexts
-    if "contexts" in event:
-        event["contexts"] = _mask_object_paths(event["contexts"])
-
-    # Mask paths in extra data
-    if "extra" in event:
-        event["extra"] = _mask_object_paths(event["extra"])
-
-    # Clear user info for privacy
-    if "user" in event:
-        event["user"] = {}
-
-    return event
-
-
-def init_sentry(
-    component: str = "backend",
-    force_enable: bool = False,
-) -> bool:
-    """
-    Initialize Sentry for the Python backend.
-
-    Args:
-        component: Component name for tagging (e.g., "backend", "github-runner")
-        force_enable: Force enable even without packaged app detection
-
-    Returns:
-        True if Sentry was initialized, False otherwise
-    """
-    global _sentry_initialized, _sentry_enabled
-
-    if _sentry_initialized:
-        return _sentry_enabled
-
-    _sentry_initialized = True
-
-    # Get DSN from environment variable
-    dsn = os.environ.get("SENTRY_DSN", "")
-
-    if not dsn:
-        logger.debug("[Sentry] No SENTRY_DSN configured - error reporting disabled")
-        return False
-
-    # Check if we should enable Sentry
-    # Enable if:
-    # - Running from packaged app (detected by __compiled__ or frozen)
-    # - SENTRY_DEV=true is set
-    # - force_enable is True
-    is_packaged = getattr(sys, "frozen", False) or hasattr(sys, "__compiled__")
-    sentry_dev = os.environ.get("SENTRY_DEV", "").lower() in ("true", "1", "yes")
-    should_enable = is_packaged or sentry_dev or force_enable
-
-    if not should_enable:
-        logger.debug(
-            "[Sentry] Development mode - error reporting disabled (set SENTRY_DEV=true to enable)"
-        )
-        return False
-
-    try:
-        import sentry_sdk
-        from sentry_sdk.integrations.logging import LoggingIntegration
-    except ImportError:
-        logger.warning("[Sentry] sentry-sdk not installed - error reporting disabled")
-        return False
-
-    # Get configuration from environment variables
-    version = _get_version()
-    environment = os.environ.get(
-        "SENTRY_ENVIRONMENT", "production" if is_packaged else "development"
-    )
-
-    # Get sample rates
-    traces_sample_rate = PRODUCTION_TRACE_SAMPLE_RATE
-    try:
-        env_rate = os.environ.get("SENTRY_TRACES_SAMPLE_RATE")
-        if env_rate:
-            parsed = float(env_rate)
-            if 0 <= parsed <= 1:
-                traces_sample_rate = parsed
-    except (ValueError, TypeError):
-        pass
-
-    # Configure logging integration to capture errors and warnings
-    logging_integration = LoggingIntegration(
-        level=logging.INFO,  # Capture INFO and above as breadcrumbs
-        event_level=logging.ERROR,  # Send ERROR and above as events
-    )
-
-    # Initialize Sentry with exception handling for malformed DSN
-    try:
-        sentry_sdk.init(
-            dsn=dsn,
-            environment=environment,
-            release=f"auto-claude@{version}",
-            traces_sample_rate=traces_sample_rate,
-            before_send=_before_send,
-            integrations=[logging_integration],
-            # Don't send PII
-            send_default_pii=False,
-        )
-    except Exception as e:
-        # Handle malformed DSN (e.g., missing public key) gracefully
-        # This prevents crashes when SENTRY_DSN is misconfigured
-        logger.warning(
-            f"[Sentry] Failed to initialize - invalid DSN configuration: {e}"
-        )
-        logger.debug(
-            "[Sentry] DSN should be in format: https://PUBLIC_KEY@o123.ingest.sentry.io/PROJECT_ID"
-        )
-        return False
-
-    # Set component tag
-    sentry_sdk.set_tag("component", component)
-
-    _sentry_enabled = True
-    logger.info(
-        f"[Sentry] Backend initialized (component: {component}, release: auto-claude@{version}, traces: {traces_sample_rate})"
-    )
-
-    return True
-
-
-def capture_exception(error: Exception, **kwargs) -> None:
-    """
-    Capture an exception and send to Sentry.
-
-    Safe to call even if Sentry is not initialized.
-
-    Args:
-        error: The exception to capture
-        **kwargs: Additional context to attach to the event
-    """
-    if not _sentry_enabled:
-        logger.error(f"[Sentry] Not enabled, exception not captured: {error}")
-        return
-
-    try:
-        import sentry_sdk
-
-        with sentry_sdk.push_scope() as scope:
-            for key, value in kwargs.items():
-                # Apply defensive path masking for extra data
-                masked_value = (
-                    _mask_object_paths(value)
-                    if isinstance(value, (str, dict, list))
-                    else value
-                )
-                scope.set_extra(key, masked_value)
-            sentry_sdk.capture_exception(error)
-    except ImportError:
-        logger.error(f"[Sentry] SDK not installed, exception not captured: {error}")
-    except Exception as e:
-        logger.error(f"[Sentry] Failed to capture exception: {e}")
-
-
-def capture_message(message: str, level: str = "info", **kwargs) -> None:
-    """
-    Capture a message and send to Sentry.
-
-    Safe to call even if Sentry is not initialized.
-
-    Args:
-        message: The message to capture
-        level: Log level (debug, info, warning, error, fatal)
-        **kwargs: Additional context to attach to the event
-    """
-    if not _sentry_enabled:
-        return
-
-    try:
-        import sentry_sdk
-
-        with sentry_sdk.push_scope() as scope:
-            for key, value in kwargs.items():
-                # Apply defensive path masking for extra data (same as capture_exception)
-                masked_value = (
-                    _mask_object_paths(value)
-                    if isinstance(value, (str, dict, list))
-                    else value
-                )
-                scope.set_extra(key, masked_value)
-            sentry_sdk.capture_message(message, level=level)
-    except ImportError:
-        logger.debug("[Sentry] SDK not installed")
-    except Exception as e:
-        logger.error(f"[Sentry] Failed to capture message: {e}")
-
-
-def set_context(name: str, data: dict) -> None:
-    """
-    Set context data for subsequent events.
-
-    Safe to call even if Sentry is not initialized.
-
-    Args:
-        name: Context name (e.g., "pr_review", "spec")
-        data: Context data dictionary
-    """
-    if not _sentry_enabled:
-        return
-
-    try:
-        import sentry_sdk
-
-        # Apply path masking to context data before sending to Sentry
-        masked_data = _mask_object_paths(data)
-        sentry_sdk.set_context(name, masked_data)
-    except ImportError:
-        logger.debug("[Sentry] SDK not installed")
-    except Exception as e:
-        logger.debug(f"Failed to set context '{name}': {e}")
-
-
-def set_tag(key: str, value: str) -> None:
-    """
-    Set a tag for subsequent events.
-
-    Safe to call even if Sentry is not initialized.
-
-    Args:
-        key: Tag key
-        value: Tag value
-    """
-    if not _sentry_enabled:
-        return
-
-    try:
-        import sentry_sdk
-
-        # Apply path masking to tag value
-        masked_value = _mask_user_paths(value) if isinstance(value, str) else value
-        sentry_sdk.set_tag(key, masked_value)
-    except ImportError:
-        logger.debug("[Sentry] SDK not installed")
-    except Exception as e:
-        logger.debug(f"Failed to set tag '{key}': {e}")
-
-
-def is_enabled() -> bool:
-    """Check if Sentry is enabled."""
-    return _sentry_enabled
-
-
-def is_initialized() -> bool:
-    """Check if Sentry initialization has been attempted."""
-    return _sentry_initialized

apps/backend/core/simple_client.py

@@ -21,21 +21,13 @@ Example usage:
     client = create_simple_client(agent_type="insights", cwd=project_dir)
 """
 
-import logging
-import os
 from pathlib import Path
 
 from agents.tools_pkg import get_agent_config, get_default_thinking_level
 from claude_agent_sdk import ClaudeAgentOptions, ClaudeSDKClient
-from core.auth import (
-    configure_sdk_authentication,
-    get_sdk_env_vars,
-)
-from core.platform import validate_cli_path
+from core.auth import get_sdk_env_vars, require_auth_token
 from phase_config import get_thinking_budget
 
-logger = logging.getLogger(__name__)
-
 
 def create_simple_client(
     agent_type: str = "merge_resolver",
@@ -72,16 +64,15 @@ def create_simple_client(
     Raises:
         ValueError: If agent_type is not found in AGENT_CONFIGS
     """
-    # Get environment variables for SDK (including CLAUDE_CONFIG_DIR if set)
+    # Get authentication
+    oauth_token = require_auth_token()
+    import os
+
+    os.environ["CLAUDE_CODE_OAUTH_TOKEN"] = oauth_token
+
+    # Get environment variables for SDK
     sdk_env = get_sdk_env_vars()
 
-    # Get the config dir for profile-specific credential lookup
-    # CLAUDE_CONFIG_DIR enables per-profile Keychain entries with SHA256-hashed service names
-    config_dir = sdk_env.get("CLAUDE_CONFIG_DIR")
-
-    # Configure SDK authentication (OAuth or API profile mode)
-    configure_sdk_authentication(config_dir)
-
     # Get agent configuration (raises ValueError if unknown type)
     config = get_agent_config(agent_type)
 
@@ -93,25 +84,14 @@ def create_simple_client(
         thinking_level = get_default_thinking_level(agent_type)
         max_thinking_tokens = get_thinking_budget(thinking_level)
 
-    # Build options dict
-    # Note: SDK bundles its own CLI, so no cli_path detection needed
-    options_kwargs = {
-        "model": model,
-        "system_prompt": system_prompt,
-        "allowed_tools": allowed_tools,
-        "max_turns": max_turns,
-        "cwd": str(cwd.resolve()) if cwd else None,
-        "env": sdk_env,
-    }
-
-    # Only add max_thinking_tokens if not None (Haiku doesn't support extended thinking)
-    if max_thinking_tokens is not None:
-        options_kwargs["max_thinking_tokens"] = max_thinking_tokens
-
-    # Optional: Allow CLI path override via environment variable
-    env_cli_path = os.environ.get("CLAUDE_CLI_PATH")
-    if env_cli_path and validate_cli_path(env_cli_path):
-        options_kwargs["cli_path"] = env_cli_path
-        logger.info(f"Using CLAUDE_CLI_PATH override: {env_cli_path}")
-
-    return ClaudeSDKClient(options=ClaudeAgentOptions(**options_kwargs))
+    return ClaudeSDKClient(
+        options=ClaudeAgentOptions(
+            model=model,
+            system_prompt=system_prompt,
+            allowed_tools=allowed_tools,
+            max_turns=max_turns,
+            cwd=str(cwd.resolve()) if cwd else None,
+            env=sdk_env,
+            max_thinking_tokens=max_thinking_tokens,
+        )
+    )

apps/backend/core/task_event.py

@@ -1,101 +0,0 @@
-"""
-Task event protocol for frontend XState synchronization.
-
-Protocol: __TASK_EVENT__:{...}
-"""
-
-from __future__ import annotations
-
-import json
-import os
-import sys
-from dataclasses import dataclass
-from datetime import datetime, timezone
-from pathlib import Path
-from uuid import uuid4
-
-TASK_EVENT_PREFIX = "__TASK_EVENT__:"
-_DEBUG = os.environ.get("DEBUG", "").lower() in ("1", "true", "yes")
-
-
-@dataclass
-class TaskEventContext:
-    task_id: str
-    spec_id: str
-    project_id: str
-    sequence_start: int = 0
-
-
-def _load_task_metadata(spec_dir: Path) -> dict:
-    metadata_path = spec_dir / "task_metadata.json"
-    if not metadata_path.exists():
-        return {}
-    try:
-        with open(metadata_path, encoding="utf-8") as f:
-            return json.load(f)
-    except (OSError, json.JSONDecodeError, UnicodeDecodeError):
-        return {}
-
-
-def _load_last_sequence(spec_dir: Path) -> int:
-    plan_path = spec_dir / "implementation_plan.json"
-    if not plan_path.exists():
-        return 0
-    try:
-        with open(plan_path, encoding="utf-8") as f:
-            plan = json.load(f)
-        last_event = plan.get("lastEvent") or {}
-        seq = last_event.get("sequence")
-        if isinstance(seq, int) and seq >= 0:
-            return seq + 1
-    except (OSError, json.JSONDecodeError, UnicodeDecodeError):
-        return 0
-    return 0
-
-
-def load_task_event_context(spec_dir: Path) -> TaskEventContext:
-    metadata = _load_task_metadata(spec_dir)
-    task_id = metadata.get("taskId") or metadata.get("task_id") or spec_dir.name
-    spec_id = metadata.get("specId") or metadata.get("spec_id") or spec_dir.name
-    project_id = metadata.get("projectId") or metadata.get("project_id") or ""
-    sequence_start = _load_last_sequence(spec_dir)
-    return TaskEventContext(
-        task_id=str(task_id),
-        spec_id=str(spec_id),
-        project_id=str(project_id),
-        sequence_start=sequence_start,
-    )
-
-
-class TaskEventEmitter:
-    def __init__(self, context: TaskEventContext) -> None:
-        self._context = context
-        self._sequence = context.sequence_start
-
-    @classmethod
-    def from_spec_dir(cls, spec_dir: Path) -> TaskEventEmitter:
-        return cls(load_task_event_context(spec_dir))
-
-    def emit(self, event_type: str, payload: dict | None = None) -> None:
-        event = {
-            "type": event_type,
-            "taskId": self._context.task_id,
-            "specId": self._context.spec_id,
-            "projectId": self._context.project_id,
-            "timestamp": datetime.now(timezone.utc).isoformat(),
-            "eventId": str(uuid4()),
-            "sequence": self._sequence,
-        }
-        if payload:
-            event.update(payload)
-
-        try:
-            print(f"{TASK_EVENT_PREFIX}{json.dumps(event, default=str)}", flush=True)
-            self._sequence += 1
-        except (OSError, UnicodeEncodeError) as e:
-            if _DEBUG:
-                try:
-                    sys.stderr.write(f"[task_event] emit failed: {e}\n")
-                    sys.stderr.flush()
-                except (OSError, UnicodeEncodeError):
-                    pass  # Silent on complete I/O failure

apps/backend/core/workspace/__init__.py

@@ -4,7 +4,7 @@ Workspace Management Package
 =============================
 
 Handles workspace isolation through Git worktrees, where each spec
-gets its own isolated worktree in .auto-claude/worktrees/tasks/{spec-name}/.
+gets its own isolated worktree in .worktrees/{spec-name}/.
 
 This package provides:
 - Workspace setup and configuration
@@ -28,10 +28,6 @@ _workspace_module = importlib.util.module_from_spec(_spec)
 _spec.loader.exec_module(_workspace_module)
 merge_existing_build = _workspace_module.merge_existing_build
 _run_parallel_merges = _workspace_module._run_parallel_merges
-AI_MERGE_SYSTEM_PROMPT = _workspace_module.AI_MERGE_SYSTEM_PROMPT
-_build_merge_prompt = _workspace_module._build_merge_prompt
-_check_git_conflicts = _workspace_module._check_git_conflicts
-_rebase_spec_branch = _workspace_module._rebase_spec_branch
 
 # Models and Enums
 # Display Functions
@@ -66,7 +62,6 @@ from .git_utils import (
     MAX_SYNTAX_FIX_RETRIES,
     MERGE_LOCK_TIMEOUT,
     _create_conflict_file_with_git,
-    _get_binary_file_content_from_ref,
     _get_changed_files_from_branch,
     _get_file_content_from_ref,
     _is_binary_file,
@@ -75,7 +70,6 @@ from .git_utils import (
     _is_process_running,
     _validate_merged_syntax,
     create_conflict_file_with_git,
-    get_binary_file_content_from_ref,
     get_changed_files_from_branch,
     get_current_branch,
     get_existing_build_worktree,
@@ -111,10 +105,6 @@ __all__ = [
     # Merge Operations (from workspace.py)
     "merge_existing_build",
     "_run_parallel_merges",  # Private but used internally
-    "AI_MERGE_SYSTEM_PROMPT",  # System prompt for AI merge (ACS-194)
-    "_build_merge_prompt",  # Internal prompt builder (ACS-194)
-    "_check_git_conflicts",  # Internal git conflict detection (ACS-224)
-    "_rebase_spec_branch",  # Internal rebase function (ACS-224)
     # Models
     "WorkspaceMode",
     "WorkspaceChoice",
@@ -127,7 +117,6 @@ __all__ = [
     "get_current_branch",
     "get_existing_build_worktree",
     "get_file_content_from_ref",
-    "get_binary_file_content_from_ref",
     "get_changed_files_from_branch",
     "is_process_running",
     "is_binary_file",

apps/backend/core/workspace/display.py

@@ -149,14 +149,7 @@ def print_merge_success(
 
 
 def print_conflict_info(result: dict) -> None:
-    """Print information about conflicts that occurred during merge.
-
-    The conflicts can be either:
-    - List of strings (file paths) - for git conflict markers
-    - List of dicts with keys: file, reason, severity - for AI merge failures
-    """
-    import shlex
-
+    """Print information about conflicts that occurred during merge."""
     from ui import highlight, muted, warning
 
     conflicts = result.get("conflicts", [])
@@ -169,57 +162,12 @@ def print_conflict_info(result: dict) -> None:
             f"  {len(conflicts)} file{'s' if len(conflicts) != 1 else ''} had conflicts:"
         )
     )
-
-    # Extract file paths from conflicts (handle both strings and dicts)
-    file_paths: list[str] = []
-    has_marker_conflicts = False
-    has_ai_conflicts = False
-    for conflict in conflicts:
-        if isinstance(conflict, str):
-            # Simple string - just the file path
-            file_paths.append(conflict)
-            print(f"    {highlight(conflict)}")
-            has_marker_conflicts = True
-        elif isinstance(conflict, dict):
-            # Dict with file, reason, severity keys
-            file_path = conflict.get("file", "unknown")
-            reason = conflict.get("reason", "")
-            severity = conflict.get("severity", "medium")
-
-            # Add severity indicator
-            severity_icon = ""
-            if severity == "critical":
-                severity_icon = "⛔"
-            elif severity == "high":
-                severity_icon = "🔴"
-            elif severity == "medium":
-                severity_icon = "🟡"
-
-            file_paths.append(file_path)
-            # Only add space if icon is present (no trailing space when empty)
-            icon_with_space = f" {severity_icon}" if severity_icon else ""
-            print(f"    {highlight(file_path)}{icon_with_space}")
-            if reason:
-                print(f"      {muted(reason)}")
-            has_ai_conflicts = True
-
+    for conflict_file in conflicts:
+        print(f"    {highlight(conflict_file)}")
     print()
-    if has_marker_conflicts:
-        print(
-            muted(
-                "  Some files may contain conflict markers (<<<<<<< =======  >>>>>>>)."
-            )
-        )
-    if has_ai_conflicts:
-        print(
-            muted(
-                "  Some files could not be auto-merged; review and resolve as needed."
-            )
-        )
-    print(muted("  Then run:"))
-    # Quote paths and dedupe while preserving order
-    quoted = " ".join(shlex.quote(p) for p in dict.fromkeys(file_paths))
-    print(f"    git add {quoted}")
+    print(muted("  These files have conflict markers (<<<<<<< =======  >>>>>>>)"))
+    print(muted("  Review and resolve them, then run:"))
+    print(f"    git add {' '.join(conflicts)}")
     print("    git commit")
     print()
 

apps/backend/core/workspace/finalization.py

@@ -169,15 +169,7 @@ def handle_workspace_choice(
         if staging_path:
             print(highlight(f"  cd {staging_path}"))
         else:
-            worktree_path = get_existing_build_worktree(project_dir, spec_name)
-            if worktree_path:
-                print(highlight(f"  cd {worktree_path}"))
-            else:
-                print(
-                    highlight(
-                        f"  cd {project_dir}/.auto-claude/worktrees/tasks/{spec_name}"
-                    )
-                )
+            print(highlight(f"  cd {project_dir}/.worktrees/{spec_name}"))
 
         # Show likely test/run commands
         if staging_path:
@@ -240,15 +232,7 @@ def handle_workspace_choice(
         if staging_path:
             print(highlight(f"  cd {staging_path}"))
         else:
-            worktree_path = get_existing_build_worktree(project_dir, spec_name)
-            if worktree_path:
-                print(highlight(f"  cd {worktree_path}"))
-            else:
-                print(
-                    highlight(
-                        f"  cd {project_dir}/.auto-claude/worktrees/tasks/{spec_name}"
-                    )
-                )
+            print(highlight(f"  cd {project_dir}/.worktrees/{spec_name}"))
         print()
         print("When you're ready to add it:")
         print(highlight(f"  python auto-claude/run.py --spec {spec_name} --merge"))

apps/backend/core/workspace/git_utils.py

@@ -10,45 +10,6 @@ import json
 import subprocess
 from pathlib import Path
 
-from core.git_executable import get_git_executable, run_git
-
-__all__ = [
-    # Exported helpers
-    "get_git_executable",
-    "run_git",
-    # Constants
-    "MAX_FILE_LINES_FOR_AI",
-    "MAX_PARALLEL_AI_MERGES",
-    "LOCK_FILES",
-    "BINARY_EXTENSIONS",
-    "MERGE_LOCK_TIMEOUT",
-    "MAX_SYNTAX_FIX_RETRIES",
-    # Functions
-    "detect_file_renames",
-    "apply_path_mapping",
-    "get_merge_base",
-    "has_uncommitted_changes",
-    "get_current_branch",
-    "get_existing_build_worktree",
-    "get_file_content_from_ref",
-    "get_binary_file_content_from_ref",
-    "get_changed_files_from_branch",
-    "is_process_running",
-    "is_binary_file",
-    "is_lock_file",
-    "validate_merged_syntax",
-    "create_conflict_file_with_git",
-    # Backward compat aliases
-    "_is_process_running",
-    "_is_binary_file",
-    "_is_lock_file",
-    "_validate_merged_syntax",
-    "_get_file_content_from_ref",
-    "_get_binary_file_content_from_ref",
-    "_get_changed_files_from_branch",
-    "_create_conflict_file_with_git",
-]
-
 # Constants for merge limits
 MAX_FILE_LINES_FOR_AI = 5000  # Skip AI for files larger than this
 MAX_PARALLEL_AI_MERGES = 5  # Limit concurrent AI merge operations
@@ -61,7 +22,6 @@ LOCK_FILES = {
     "pnpm-lock.yaml",
     "yarn.lock",
     "bun.lockb",
-    "bun.lock",
     "Pipfile.lock",
     "poetry.lock",
     "uv.lock",
@@ -72,7 +32,6 @@ LOCK_FILES = {
 }
 
 BINARY_EXTENSIONS = {
-    # Images
     ".png",
     ".jpg",
     ".jpeg",
@@ -81,11 +40,6 @@ BINARY_EXTENSIONS = {
     ".webp",
     ".bmp",
     ".svg",
-    ".tiff",
-    ".tif",
-    ".heic",
-    ".heif",
-    # Documents
     ".pdf",
     ".doc",
     ".docx",
@@ -93,63 +47,32 @@ BINARY_EXTENSIONS = {
     ".xlsx",
     ".ppt",
     ".pptx",
-    # Archives
     ".zip",
     ".tar",
     ".gz",
     ".rar",
     ".7z",
-    ".bz2",
-    ".xz",
-    ".zst",
-    # Executables and libraries
     ".exe",
     ".dll",
     ".so",
     ".dylib",
     ".bin",
-    ".msi",
-    ".app",
-    # WebAssembly
-    ".wasm",
-    # Audio
     ".mp3",
-    ".wav",
-    ".ogg",
-    ".flac",
-    ".aac",
-    ".m4a",
-    # Video
     ".mp4",
+    ".wav",
     ".avi",
     ".mov",
     ".mkv",
-    ".webm",
-    ".wmv",
-    ".flv",
-    # Fonts
     ".woff",
     ".woff2",
     ".ttf",
     ".otf",
     ".eot",
-    # Compiled code
     ".pyc",
     ".pyo",
     ".class",
     ".o",
     ".obj",
-    # Data files
-    ".dat",
-    ".db",
-    ".sqlite",
-    ".sqlite3",
-    # Other binary formats
-    ".cur",
-    ".ani",
-    ".pbm",
-    ".pgm",
-    ".ppm",
 }
 
 # Merge lock timeout in seconds
@@ -189,8 +112,9 @@ def detect_file_renames(
         # -M flag enables rename detection
         # --diff-filter=R shows only renames
         # --name-status shows status and file names
-        result = run_git(
+        result = subprocess.run(
             [
+                "git",
                 "log",
                 "--name-status",
                 "-M",
@@ -199,6 +123,8 @@ def detect_file_renames(
                 f"{from_ref}..{to_ref}",
             ],
             cwd=project_dir,
+            capture_output=True,
+            text=True,
         )
 
         if result.returncode == 0:
@@ -248,21 +174,39 @@ def get_merge_base(project_dir: Path, ref1: str, ref2: str) -> str | None:
     Returns:
         Merge-base commit hash, or None if not found
     """
-    result = run_git(["merge-base", ref1, ref2], cwd=project_dir)
-    if result.returncode == 0:
-        return result.stdout.strip()
+    try:
+        result = subprocess.run(
+            ["git", "merge-base", ref1, ref2],
+            cwd=project_dir,
+            capture_output=True,
+            text=True,
+        )
+        if result.returncode == 0:
+            return result.stdout.strip()
+    except Exception:
+        pass
     return None
 
 
 def has_uncommitted_changes(project_dir: Path) -> bool:
     """Check if user has unsaved work."""
-    result = run_git(["status", "--porcelain"], cwd=project_dir)
+    result = subprocess.run(
+        ["git", "status", "--porcelain"],
+        cwd=project_dir,
+        capture_output=True,
+        text=True,
+    )
     return bool(result.stdout.strip())
 
 
 def get_current_branch(project_dir: Path) -> str:
     """Get the current branch name."""
-    result = run_git(["rev-parse", "--abbrev-ref", "HEAD"], cwd=project_dir)
+    result = subprocess.run(
+        ["git", "rev-parse", "--abbrev-ref", "HEAD"],
+        cwd=project_dir,
+        capture_output=True,
+        text=True,
+    )
     return result.stdout.strip()
 
 
@@ -277,16 +221,10 @@ def get_existing_build_worktree(project_dir: Path, spec_name: str) -> Path | Non
     Returns:
         Path to the worktree if it exists for this spec, None otherwise
     """
-    # New path first
-    new_path = project_dir / ".auto-claude" / "worktrees" / "tasks" / spec_name
-    if new_path.exists():
-        return new_path
-
-    # Legacy fallback
-    legacy_path = project_dir / ".worktrees" / spec_name
-    if legacy_path.exists():
-        return legacy_path
-
+    # Per-spec worktree path: .worktrees/{spec-name}/
+    worktree_path = project_dir / ".worktrees" / spec_name
+    if worktree_path.exists():
+        return worktree_path
     return None
 
 
@@ -294,29 +232,11 @@ def get_file_content_from_ref(
     project_dir: Path, ref: str, file_path: str
 ) -> str | None:
     """Get file content from a git ref (branch, commit, etc.)."""
-    result = run_git(["show", f"{ref}:{file_path}"], cwd=project_dir)
-    if result.returncode == 0:
-        return result.stdout
-    return None
-
-
-def get_binary_file_content_from_ref(
-    project_dir: Path, ref: str, file_path: str
-) -> bytes | None:
-    """Get binary file content from a git ref (branch, commit, etc.).
-
-    Unlike get_file_content_from_ref, this returns raw bytes without
-    text decoding, suitable for binary files like images, audio, etc.
-
-    Note: Uses subprocess directly with get_git_executable() since
-    run_git() always returns text output.
-    """
-    git = get_git_executable()
     result = subprocess.run(
-        [git, "show", f"{ref}:{file_path}"],
+        ["git", "show", f"{ref}:{file_path}"],
         cwd=project_dir,
         capture_output=True,
-        text=False,  # Return bytes, not text
+        text=True,
     )
     if result.returncode == 0:
         return result.stdout
@@ -341,9 +261,11 @@ def get_changed_files_from_branch(
     Returns:
         List of (file_path, status) tuples
     """
-    result = run_git(
-        ["diff", "--name-status", f"{base_branch}...{spec_branch}"],
+    result = subprocess.run(
+        ["git", "diff", "--name-status", f"{base_branch}...{spec_branch}"],
         cwd=project_dir,
+        capture_output=True,
+        text=True,
     )
 
     files = []
@@ -360,23 +282,15 @@ def get_changed_files_from_branch(
     return files
 
 
-def _normalize_path(path: str) -> str:
-    """Normalize path separators to forward slashes for cross-platform comparison."""
-    return path.replace("\\", "/")
-
-
 def _is_auto_claude_file(file_path: str) -> bool:
-    """Check if a file is in the .auto-claude or auto-claude/specs directory.
-
-    Handles both forward slashes (Unix/Git output) and backslashes (Windows).
-    """
-    normalized = _normalize_path(file_path)
+    """Check if a file is in the .auto-claude or auto-claude/specs directory."""
+    # These patterns cover the internal spec/build files that shouldn't be merged
     excluded_patterns = [
         ".auto-claude/",
         "auto-claude/specs/",
     ]
     for pattern in excluded_patterns:
-        if normalized.startswith(pattern):
+        if file_path.startswith(pattern):
             return True
     return False
 
@@ -570,9 +484,11 @@ def create_conflict_file_with_git(
         try:
             # git merge-file <current> <base> <other>
             # Exit codes: 0 = clean merge, 1 = conflicts, >1 = error
-            result = run_git(
-                ["merge-file", "-p", main_path, base_path, wt_path],
+            result = subprocess.run(
+                ["git", "merge-file", "-p", main_path, base_path, wt_path],
                 cwd=project_dir,
+                capture_output=True,
+                text=True,
             )
 
             # Read the merged content
@@ -599,6 +515,5 @@ _is_binary_file = is_binary_file
 _is_lock_file = is_lock_file
 _validate_merged_syntax = validate_merged_syntax
 _get_file_content_from_ref = get_file_content_from_ref
-_get_binary_file_content_from_ref = get_binary_file_content_from_ref
 _get_changed_files_from_branch = get_changed_files_from_branch
 _create_conflict_file_with_git = create_conflict_file_with_git

apps/backend/core/workspace/models.py

@@ -93,7 +93,7 @@ class MergeLock:
                 os.close(fd)
 
                 # Write our PID to the lock file
-                self.lock_file.write_text(str(os.getpid()), encoding="utf-8")
+                self.lock_file.write_text(str(os.getpid()))
                 self.acquired = True
                 return self
 
@@ -101,7 +101,7 @@ class MergeLock:
                 # Lock file exists - check if process is still running
                 if self.lock_file.exists():
                     try:
-                        pid = int(self.lock_file.read_text(encoding="utf-8").strip())
+                        pid = int(self.lock_file.read_text().strip())
                         # Import locally to avoid circular dependency
                         import os as _os
 
@@ -183,7 +183,7 @@ class SpecNumberLock:
                 os.close(fd)
 
                 # Write our PID to the lock file
-                self.lock_file.write_text(str(os.getpid()), encoding="utf-8")
+                self.lock_file.write_text(str(os.getpid()))
                 self.acquired = True
                 return self
 
@@ -191,7 +191,7 @@ class SpecNumberLock:
                 # Lock file exists - check if process is still running
                 if self.lock_file.exists():
                     try:
-                        pid = int(self.lock_file.read_text(encoding="utf-8").strip())
+                        pid = int(self.lock_file.read_text().strip())
                         import os as _os
 
                         try:
@@ -249,7 +249,7 @@ class SpecNumberLock:
         max_number = max(max_number, self._scan_specs_dir(main_specs_dir))
 
         # 2. Scan all worktree specs
-        worktrees_dir = self.project_dir / ".auto-claude" / "worktrees" / "tasks"
+        worktrees_dir = self.project_dir / ".worktrees"
         if worktrees_dir.exists():
             for worktree in worktrees_dir.iterdir():
                 if worktree.is_dir():

apps/backend/core/workspace/setup.py

@@ -7,15 +7,12 @@ Functions for setting up and initializing workspaces.
 """
 
 import json
-import os
 import shutil
 import subprocess
 import sys
 from pathlib import Path
 
-from core.git_executable import run_git
 from merge import FileTimelineTracker
-from security.constants import ALLOWLIST_FILENAME, PROFILE_FILENAME
 from ui import (
     Icons,
     MenuOption,
@@ -183,106 +180,6 @@ def copy_env_files_to_worktree(project_dir: Path, worktree_path: Path) -> list[s
     return copied
 
 
-def symlink_node_modules_to_worktree(
-    project_dir: Path, worktree_path: Path
-) -> list[str]:
-    """
-    Symlink node_modules directories from project root to worktree.
-
-    This ensures the worktree has access to dependencies for TypeScript checks
-    and other tooling without requiring a separate npm install.
-
-    Works with npm workspace hoisting where dependencies are hoisted to root
-    and workspace-specific dependencies remain in nested node_modules.
-
-    Args:
-        project_dir: The main project directory
-        worktree_path: Path to the worktree
-
-    Returns:
-        List of symlinked paths (relative to worktree)
-    """
-    symlinked = []
-
-    # Node modules locations to symlink for TypeScript and tooling support.
-    # These are the standard locations for this monorepo structure.
-    #
-    # Design rationale:
-    # - Hardcoded paths are intentional for simplicity and reliability
-    # - Dynamic discovery (reading workspaces from package.json) would add complexity
-    #   and potential failure points without significant benefit
-    # - This monorepo uses npm workspaces with hoisting, so dependencies are primarily
-    #   in root node_modules with workspace-specific deps in apps/frontend/node_modules
-    #
-    # To add new workspace locations:
-    # 1. Add (source_rel, target_rel) tuple below
-    # 2. Update the parallel TypeScript implementation in
-    #    apps/frontend/src/main/ipc-handlers/terminal/worktree-handlers.ts
-    # 3. Update the pre-commit hook check in .husky/pre-commit if needed
-    node_modules_locations = [
-        ("node_modules", "node_modules"),
-        ("apps/frontend/node_modules", "apps/frontend/node_modules"),
-    ]
-
-    for source_rel, target_rel in node_modules_locations:
-        source_path = project_dir / source_rel
-        target_path = worktree_path / target_rel
-
-        # Skip if source doesn't exist
-        if not source_path.exists():
-            debug(MODULE, f"Skipping {source_rel} - source does not exist")
-            continue
-
-        # Skip if target already exists (don't overwrite existing node_modules)
-        if target_path.exists():
-            debug(MODULE, f"Skipping {target_rel} - target already exists")
-            continue
-
-        # Also skip if target is a symlink (even if broken - exists() returns False for broken symlinks)
-        if target_path.is_symlink():
-            debug(
-                MODULE,
-                f"Skipping {target_rel} - symlink already exists (possibly broken)",
-            )
-            continue
-
-        # Ensure parent directory exists
-        target_path.parent.mkdir(parents=True, exist_ok=True)
-
-        try:
-            if sys.platform == "win32":
-                # On Windows, use junctions instead of symlinks (no admin rights required)
-                # Junctions require absolute paths
-                result = subprocess.run(
-                    ["cmd", "/c", "mklink", "/J", str(target_path), str(source_path)],
-                    capture_output=True,
-                    text=True,
-                )
-                if result.returncode != 0:
-                    raise OSError(result.stderr or "mklink /J failed")
-            else:
-                # On macOS/Linux, use relative symlinks for portability
-                relative_source = os.path.relpath(source_path, target_path.parent)
-                os.symlink(relative_source, target_path)
-            symlinked.append(target_rel)
-            debug(MODULE, f"Symlinked {target_rel} -> {source_path}")
-        except OSError as e:
-            # Symlink/junction creation can fail on some systems (e.g., FAT32 filesystem)
-            # Log warning but don't fail - worktree is still usable, just without
-            # TypeScript checking
-            debug_warning(
-                MODULE,
-                f"Could not symlink {target_rel}: {e}. TypeScript checks may fail.",
-            )
-            # Warn user - pre-commit hooks may fail without dependencies
-            print_status(
-                f"Warning: Could not link {target_rel} - TypeScript checks may fail",
-                "warning",
-            )
-
-    return symlinked
-
-
 def copy_spec_to_worktree(
     source_spec_dir: Path,
     worktree_path: Path,
@@ -325,7 +222,6 @@ def setup_workspace(
     mode: WorkspaceMode,
     source_spec_dir: Path | None = None,
     base_branch: str | None = None,
-    use_local_branch: bool = False,
 ) -> tuple[Path, WorktreeManager | None, Path | None]:
     """
     Set up the workspace based on user's choice.
@@ -338,7 +234,6 @@ def setup_workspace(
         mode: The workspace mode to use
         source_spec_dir: Optional source spec directory to copy to worktree
         base_branch: Base branch for worktree creation (default: current branch)
-        use_local_branch: If True, use local branch directly instead of preferring origin/branch
 
     Returns:
         Tuple of (working_directory, worktree_manager or None, localized_spec_dir or None)
@@ -359,9 +254,7 @@ def setup_workspace(
     # Ensure timeline tracking hook is installed (once per session)
     ensure_timeline_hook_installed(project_dir)
 
-    manager = WorktreeManager(
-        project_dir, base_branch=base_branch, use_local_branch=use_local_branch
-    )
+    manager = WorktreeManager(project_dir, base_branch=base_branch)
     manager.setup()
 
     # Get or create worktree for THIS SPECIFIC SPEC
@@ -374,68 +267,6 @@ def setup_workspace(
             f"Environment files copied: {', '.join(copied_env_files)}", "success"
         )
 
-    # Symlink node_modules to worktree for TypeScript and tooling support
-    # This allows pre-commit hooks to run typecheck without npm install in worktree
-    symlinked_modules = symlink_node_modules_to_worktree(
-        project_dir, worktree_info.path
-    )
-    if symlinked_modules:
-        print_status(f"Dependencies linked: {', '.join(symlinked_modules)}", "success")
-
-    # Copy security configuration files if they exist
-    # Note: Unlike env files, security files always overwrite to ensure
-    # the worktree uses the same security rules as the main project.
-    # This prevents security bypasses through stale worktree configs.
-    security_files = [
-        ALLOWLIST_FILENAME,
-        PROFILE_FILENAME,
-    ]
-    security_files_copied = []
-
-    for filename in security_files:
-        source_file = project_dir / filename
-        if source_file.is_file():
-            target_file = worktree_info.path / filename
-            try:
-                shutil.copy2(source_file, target_file)
-                security_files_copied.append(filename)
-            except (OSError, PermissionError) as e:
-                debug_warning(MODULE, f"Failed to copy {filename}: {e}")
-                print_status(
-                    f"Warning: Could not copy {filename} to worktree", "warning"
-                )
-
-    if security_files_copied:
-        print_status(
-            f"Security config copied: {', '.join(security_files_copied)}", "success"
-        )
-
-        # Mark the security profile as inherited from parent project
-        # This prevents hash-based re-analysis which would produce a broken profile
-        # (worktrees lack node_modules and other build artifacts needed for detection)
-        if PROFILE_FILENAME in security_files_copied:
-            profile_path = worktree_info.path / PROFILE_FILENAME
-            try:
-                with open(profile_path, encoding="utf-8") as f:
-                    profile_data = json.load(f)
-                profile_data["inherited_from"] = str(project_dir.resolve())
-                with open(profile_path, "w", encoding="utf-8") as f:
-                    json.dump(profile_data, f, indent=2)
-                debug(
-                    MODULE, f"Marked security profile as inherited from {project_dir}"
-                )
-            except (OSError, json.JSONDecodeError) as e:
-                debug_warning(MODULE, f"Failed to mark profile as inherited: {e}")
-
-    # Ensure .auto-claude/ is in the worktree's .gitignore
-    # This is critical because the worktree inherits .gitignore from the base branch,
-    # which may not have .auto-claude/ if that change wasn't committed/pushed.
-    # Without this, spec files would be committed to the worktree's branch.
-    from init import ensure_gitignore_entry
-
-    if ensure_gitignore_entry(worktree_info.path, ".auto-claude/"):
-        debug(MODULE, "Added .auto-claude/ to worktree's .gitignore")
-
     # Copy spec files to worktree if provided
     localized_spec_dir = None
     if source_spec_dir and source_spec_dir.exists():
@@ -478,7 +309,7 @@ def ensure_timeline_hook_installed(project_dir: Path) -> None:
 
         # Handle worktrees (where .git is a file, not directory)
         if git_dir.is_file():
-            content = git_dir.read_text(encoding="utf-8").strip()
+            content = git_dir.read_text().strip()
             if content.startswith("gitdir:"):
                 git_dir = Path(content.split(":", 1)[1].strip())
             else:
@@ -488,7 +319,7 @@ def ensure_timeline_hook_installed(project_dir: Path) -> None:
 
         # Check if hook already installed
         if hook_path.exists():
-            if "FileTimelineTracker" in hook_path.read_text(encoding="utf-8"):
+            if "FileTimelineTracker" in hook_path.read_text():
                 debug(MODULE, "FileTimelineTracker hook already installed")
                 return
 
@@ -526,7 +357,7 @@ def initialize_timeline_tracking(
         if source_spec_dir:
             plan_path = source_spec_dir / "implementation_plan.json"
             if plan_path.exists():
-                with open(plan_path, encoding="utf-8") as f:
+                with open(plan_path) as f:
                     plan = json.load(f)
                 task_title = plan.get("title", spec_name)
                 task_intent = plan.get("description", "")
@@ -537,10 +368,11 @@ def initialize_timeline_tracking(
                         files_to_modify.extend(subtask.get("files", []))
 
         # Get the current branch point commit
-        # Note: run_git() already handles capture_output and encoding internally
-        result = run_git(
-            ["rev-parse", "HEAD"],
+        result = subprocess.run(
+            ["git", "rev-parse", "HEAD"],
             cwd=project_dir,
+            capture_output=True,
+            text=True,
         )
         branch_point = result.stdout.strip() if result.returncode == 0 else None
 

apps/backend/ideation/analyzer.py

@@ -51,7 +51,7 @@ class ProjectAnalyzer:
         project_index_path = self.project_dir / ".auto-claude" / "project_index.json"
         if project_index_path.exists():
             try:
-                with open(project_index_path, encoding="utf-8") as f:
+                with open(project_index_path) as f:
                     index = json.load(f)
                     # Extract tech stack from services
                     for service_name, service_info in index.get("services", {}).items():
@@ -70,7 +70,7 @@ class ProjectAnalyzer:
             )
             if roadmap_path.exists():
                 try:
-                    with open(roadmap_path, encoding="utf-8") as f:
+                    with open(roadmap_path) as f:
                         roadmap = json.load(f)
                         # Extract planned features
                         for feature in roadmap.get("features", []):
@@ -87,7 +87,7 @@ class ProjectAnalyzer:
             )
             if discovery_path.exists() and not context["target_audience"]:
                 try:
-                    with open(discovery_path, encoding="utf-8") as f:
+                    with open(discovery_path) as f:
                         discovery = json.load(f)
                         audience = discovery.get("target_audience", {})
                         context["target_audience"] = audience.get("primary_persona")
@@ -109,7 +109,7 @@ class ProjectAnalyzer:
                         spec_file = spec_dir / "spec.md"
                         if spec_file.exists():
                             # Extract title from spec
-                            content = spec_file.read_text(encoding="utf-8")
+                            content = spec_file.read_text()
                             lines = content.split("\n")
                             for line in lines:
                                 if line.startswith("# "):