ra-h-os/docs/development/process.md

Development Process (RA-OS)

This repo is the open-source build of RA-H. Keep changes focused, reviewable, and easy to maintain.

AGENTS.md is the source of truth for agent/contributor workflow in this repository.

Branching

• Create a feature branch off main for all changes.
• Use short, descriptive names: docs/<short-name>, fix/<short-name>, feat/<short-name>.
• Avoid direct commits to main.

Local Setup

git clone https://github.com/bradwmorris/ra-h_os.git
cd ra-h_os
npm install
npm rebuild better-sqlite3
scripts/dev/bootstrap-local.sh
npm run dev

Dev Loop

1. Reproduce or define the change.
2. Implement in a small, isolated diff.
3. Run checks (see below).
4. Update docs if behavior or UX changes.

Checks

npm run type-check
npm run lint
npm run build

PR Checklist

• Clear description of the change and why it matters.
• Screenshots or GIFs for UI changes.
• Docs updated if the public-facing behavior changed.
• Checks pass locally.

Sync Policy (Private Upstream)

• ra-h_os accepts direct contributions.
• Maintainers may port relevant changes between public and private repos.
• Public contributions will not be overwritten by syncs.