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package/templates/general/code-review.instructions.md

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+---
+description: 'Universal code review checklist for all project types'
+applyTo: '**'
+---
+
+# Universal Code Review Guidelines
+
+## Code Review Philosophy
+
+Code reviews are essential for maintaining code quality, sharing knowledge, and ensuring consistency across all project types. This document provides universal guidelines that apply to all languages and frameworks, with specific details deferred to language-specific instruction files.
+
+## Language-Specific Review Guidelines
+
+For detailed language-specific review criteria, refer to:
+
+- **TypeScript/Node.js:** See `typescript.coding.instructions.md` for TypeScript-specific patterns and best practices
+- **Python:** See `python.coding.instructions.md` for Python-specific patterns and conventions
+- **React/Frontend:** See `react.coding.instructions.md` for React-specific patterns and component design
+
+## Functionality Assessment
+
+### Requirements and Logic
+
+- **Requirements Compliance:** Does the code meet the specified requirements?
+- **Business Logic:** Is the business logic correctly implemented and testable?
+- **Edge Cases:** Are edge cases properly handled with appropriate error responses?
+- **Error Scenarios:** How does the code behave with invalid inputs and failure conditions?
+- **Integration Points:** Do integrations with other components work correctly?
+
+### Input Validation and Data Handling
+
+- **Input Sanitization:** Are all inputs properly validated and sanitized?
+- **Data Type Safety:** Are data types appropriate and consistently used?
+- **Boundary Conditions:** Are boundary conditions handled correctly?
+- **Null/Undefined Handling:** Are null/undefined values handled appropriately?
+
+## Code Quality and Readability
+
+### Naming and Structure
+
+- **Naming Conventions:** Are variables, functions, and classes named clearly using language conventions?
+- **Code Structure:** Is the code well-organized and logically structured?
+- **Function Size:** Are functions focused and reasonably sized (language-specific guidelines)?
+- **Complexity:** Is the code unnecessarily complex or could it be simplified?
+- **Consistency:** Does the code follow established project patterns and conventions?
+
+### Documentation and Comments
+
+- **Code Documentation:** Is the code self-documenting with appropriate language-specific documentation?
+- **Comment Quality:** Are comments helpful and explain "why" not "what"?
+- **API Documentation:** Are public APIs documented using language-appropriate standards?
+- **Complex Logic:** Is complex business logic or algorithms explained with comments?
+
+## Performance Considerations
+
+### Algorithm and Data Structure Efficiency
+
+- **Algorithm Choice:** Are appropriate algorithms and data structures used?
+- **Time Complexity:** Is the time complexity appropriate for the expected data size?
+- **Space Complexity:** Is memory usage efficient and appropriate?
+- **Resource Management:** Are resources properly acquired and released?
+
+### Language-Specific Performance
+
+- **Memory Management:** Are there potential memory leaks or excessive memory usage?
+- **Async Operations:** Are async operations used appropriately for I/O-bound tasks?
+- **Caching Opportunities:** Are caching opportunities identified and implemented correctly?
+- **Database Efficiency:** Are database queries optimized and avoid N+1 problems?
+
+## Security Review
+
+### Input Security
+
+- **Input Validation:** Are all inputs properly validated and sanitized?
+- **Injection Prevention:** Are injection attacks (SQL, XSS, command injection) prevented?
+- **Data Sanitization:** Is user input properly escaped and sanitized?
+
+### Authentication and Authorization
+
+- **Authentication Checks:** Are authentication checks in place where needed?
+- **Authorization Logic:** Are authorization checks appropriate for the functionality?
+- **Permission Validation:** Are user permissions properly validated before actions?
+
+### Data Protection
+
+- **Sensitive Data:** Is sensitive data properly protected and encrypted?
+- **Data Exposure:** Are there any unintentional data exposure risks?
+- **Logging Security:** Is sensitive information excluded from logs?
+- **Communication Security:** Is data transmission properly secured?
+
+## Testing and Testability
+
+### Test Coverage and Quality
+
+- **Test Coverage:** Are there sufficient tests for the new functionality?
+- **Test Types:** Are appropriate test types used (unit, integration, end-to-end)?
+- **Test Quality:** Are tests meaningful and test the right behaviors?
+- **Edge Case Testing:** Do tests cover edge cases and error conditions?
+
+### Test Structure and Maintainability
+
+- **Test Organization:** Are tests well-organized and follow project conventions?
+- **Test Data:** Is test data realistic and properly managed?
+- **Mock Strategy:** Are external dependencies properly mocked in unit tests?
+- **Test Documentation:** Are complex test scenarios documented?
+
+## Error Handling and Logging
+
+### Error Management
+
+- **Exception Handling:** Are exceptions handled appropriately using language conventions?
+- **Error Messages:** Are error messages helpful for debugging and user-friendly when appropriate?
+- **Error Propagation:** Is error propagation handled correctly through the call stack?
+- **Graceful Degradation:** Does the system handle failures gracefully?
+
+### Logging and Monitoring
+
+- **Logging Strategy:** Is appropriate logging in place for debugging and monitoring?
+- **Log Levels:** Are appropriate log levels used (debug, info, warn, error)?
+- **Structured Logging:** Is logging structured and searchable?
+- **Performance Logging:** Are performance-critical paths properly instrumented?
+
+## Documentation and Maintenance
+
+### Code and API Documentation
+
+- **Self-Documenting Code:** Is the code readable and self-explanatory?
+- **Public API Documentation:** Are public APIs documented with language-appropriate standards?
+- **Complex Logic Documentation:** Are complex algorithms and business rules documented?
+
+### Change Documentation
+
+- **Breaking Changes:** Are breaking changes clearly identified and documented?
+- **Migration Guides:** Are migration paths provided for breaking changes?
+- **Changelog Updates:** Are user-facing changes documented in changelog?
+- **Version Compatibility:** Is backward compatibility maintained where required?
+
+## Standards Compliance
+
+### Project Standards
+
+- **Coding Standards:** Does the code follow project coding standards and conventions?
+- **Architectural Patterns:** Are established architectural patterns followed?
+- **Style Guidelines:** Does the code follow language-specific style guidelines?
+- **Project Structure:** Are files organized according to project structure guidelines?
+
+### Dependencies and Configuration
+
+- **Dependency Management:** Are new dependencies justified and properly managed?
+- **Version Constraints:** Are dependency versions appropriately constrained?
+- **Configuration Handling:** Are configuration changes handled appropriately?
+- **Environment Compatibility:** Does the code work across supported environments?
+
+## Anti-Patterns and Code Smells
+
+### Universal Anti-Patterns
+
+- **Deep Nesting:** Excessive conditional or exception nesting
+- **God Objects:** Classes or functions with too many responsibilities
+- **Magic Numbers/Strings:** Hardcoded values without explanation or configuration
+- **Copy-Paste Code:** Duplicated code that should be refactored into shared utilities
+- **Tight Coupling:** Components that are too dependent on each other
+
+### Resource and State Management
+
+- **Memory Leaks:** Objects not properly cleaned up or disposed
+- **Resource Leaks:** File handles, connections, or other resources not properly closed
+- **State Mutation:** Inappropriate mutation of shared or immutable state
+- **Global State Abuse:** Overuse of global variables or singleton patterns
+
+### Development Hygiene Issues
+
+- **Temporary File Pollution:** Debug files, temp outputs, or experimental code left in repository
+- **Console/Debug Output:** Debug statements or logging left in production code
+- **Commented Code:** Large blocks of commented-out code without explanation
+- **TODO/FIXME Accumulation:** Excessive TODO comments without associated issues
+
+## File and Repository Hygiene
+
+### Repository Cleanliness
+
+- **File Organization:** Are files placed in appropriate directories according to project structure?
+- **Temporary Files:** Are all temporary files, debug outputs, and experimental code removed?
+- **Resource Cleanup:** Has development session cleanup been performed before commit?
+- **Test Artifacts:** Are temporary test files moved to appropriate locations or removed?
+
+### Code Organization
+
+- **Single Responsibility:** Does each file have a clear, single purpose?
+- **Import Organization:** Are imports/includes organized according to language conventions?
+- **Unused Code:** Is dead code and unused imports removed?
+- **File Naming:** Do file names follow project conventions?
+
+## Review Process Guidelines
+
+### Providing Feedback
+
+- **Constructive Approach:** Provide specific, actionable feedback
+- **Explanation:** Explain reasoning behind suggested changes
+- **Alternative Suggestions:** Offer alternative approaches when applicable
+- **Positive Recognition:** Acknowledge well-written code and good practices
+- **Focus on Code:** Keep feedback focused on code quality, not personal style
+
+### Prioritizing Issues
+
+- **Critical Issues:** Security vulnerabilities, functional bugs, performance issues
+- **Quality Issues:** Code organization, readability, maintainability
+- **Style Issues:** Formatting, naming conventions, minor style inconsistencies
+- **Suggestions:** Improvements that enhance but don't fix problems
+
+### Review Efficiency
+
+- **Scope Management:** Keep reviews focused and appropriately sized
+- **Context Understanding:** Understand the change context before reviewing
+- **Tool Usage:** Use code review tools effectively
+- **Time Management:** Balance thoroughness with review turnaround time
+
+## Automated Checks Integration
+
+### Pre-Review Automation
+
+- **Linting:** Code passes language-specific linting rules
+- **Formatting:** Code follows consistent formatting standards
+- **Type Checking:** Static type checking passes (for typed languages)
+- **Build Verification:** Code builds successfully
+- **Test Execution:** All tests pass including new and existing ones
+
+### Security and Quality Automation
+
+- **Security Scanning:** Automated security vulnerability scans pass
+- **Dependency Auditing:** Dependency security audits pass
+- **Code Coverage:** Test coverage meets minimum thresholds
+- **Performance Benchmarks:** Performance regressions are identified
+
+## Cross-Platform and Environment Considerations
+
+### Compatibility Review
+
+- **Platform Independence:** Code works across supported platforms
+- **Environment Variables:** Environment-specific configuration is handled properly
+- **Path Handling:** File paths are handled appropriately for different OS
+- **Encoding Issues:** Text encoding is handled consistently
+
+### Deployment Considerations
+
+- **Configuration Management:** Configuration changes are properly managed
+- **Migration Requirements:** Database or data migrations are included if needed
+- **Rollback Compatibility:** Changes support rollback procedures
+- **Production Readiness:** Code is ready for production deployment
+
+## Knowledge Sharing and Learning
+
+### Educational Opportunities
+
+- **Learning Moments:** Use reviews as teaching opportunities
+- **Best Practice Sharing:** Share knowledge about best practices and patterns
+- **Tool Knowledge:** Share knowledge about useful tools and techniques
+- **Domain Knowledge:** Share business domain knowledge when relevant
+
+### Documentation and Process Improvement
+
+- **Pattern Documentation:** Document new patterns discovered during review
+- **Process Feedback:** Provide feedback on review process effectiveness
+- **Guideline Updates:** Suggest updates to coding guidelines based on review findings
+- **Tool Improvements:** Suggest improvements to review tools and automation

package/templates/general/{files/copilot-instructions.md.template → copilot-instructions.md}

@@ -4,6 +4,9 @@ For more details, visit: https://code.visualstudio.com/docs/copilot/copilot-cust
 
 Instructions are automatically included in every chat request and code completion suggestion.
 Keep instructions clear, specific, and actionable to maximize effectiveness.
+
+This file contains universal workflow and development principles.
+Language-specific coding standards are provided in separate instruction files.
 -->
 
 # Project Overview
@@ -32,45 +35,36 @@ Assume the role of a **senior, experienced {{PROJECT_DOMAIN}} developer** with e
 **Communication Style:**
 
 - **Always follow the mandatory development workflow** outlined in this document
+- **Enforce documentation-first principle:** Require all documentation to be complete before any implementation work begins
+- **Implement confirmation gates:** Wait for explicit user approval of plans, scope, and consequences before proceeding
 - Provide clear, concise, and actionable suggestions
 - Explain the reasoning behind recommendations
 - Offer alternative approaches when applicable
 - Flag potential issues or improvements proactively
 - **Enforce workflow completion before starting new tasks**
 
-# Coding Standards and Conventions
-
-## Language and Framework Preferences
+# Language-Specific Coding Standards
 
-- **Primary Language:** TypeScript for all code files
-- **Code Style:** Follow project's ESLint/Prettier configuration
-- **Target Compatibility:** [Specify target versions, e.g., "Node.js 18+, VS Code 1.74+"]
+**Note:** This file focuses on universal workflow principles. For detailed language-specific coding standards, naming conventions, and best practices, refer to the appropriate language-specific instruction files:
 
-## Code Quality Guidelines
+- **TypeScript/Node.js Projects:** See `.github/instructions/languages/typescript.coding.instructions.md`
+- **Python Projects:** See `.github/instructions/languages/python.coding.instructions.md`
+- **React/Frontend Projects:** See `.github/instructions/languages/react.coding.instructions.md`
 
-- **Readability:** Write self-explanatory code with meaningful names
-- **Functions:** Keep functions focused and under 50 lines when possible
-- **Magic Numbers:** Use named constants or enums instead of magic numbers
-- **Error Handling:** Implement comprehensive error handling with proper logging
-- **Memory Management:** Ensure proper resource cleanup and disposal
-- **Async Patterns:** Use async/await for I/O operations, avoid blocking operations
+These language-specific files contain comprehensive guidance on:
 
-## Naming Conventions
+- Language-specific coding standards and conventions
+- Framework-specific patterns and best practices
+- Performance optimization techniques
+- Testing frameworks and patterns
+- Security considerations for each language
+- Common anti-patterns to avoid
 
-- **Files:** Use kebab-case for file names (e.g., `user-service.ts`)
-- **Classes:** PascalCase (e.g., `UserService`, `IUserRepository`)
-- **Functions/Methods:** camelCase (e.g., `getUserById`, `validateInput`)
-- **Variables:** camelCase (e.g., `userId`, `isValid`)
-- **Constants:** SCREAMING_SNAKE_CASE (e.g., `MAX_RETRY_ATTEMPTS`)
-- **Interfaces:** PascalCase with 'I' prefix (e.g., `IUserRepository`)
-- **Types:** PascalCase (e.g., `UserData`, `ConfigOptions`)
+## {{PROJECT_DOMAIN}} Development Focus
 
-## Code Organization
+**Technology-Specific Guidelines:**
 
-- **Single Responsibility:** One class/interface per file
-- **Imports:** Group and order imports (external libraries, internal modules, relative imports)
-- **File Structure:** Organize files by feature or layer, not by file type
-- **Barrel Exports:** Use index.ts files for clean module exports
+{{PROJECT_SPECIFIC_GUIDANCE}}
 
 # Project Structure Guidelines
 
@@ -86,12 +80,12 @@ Assume the role of a **senior, experienced {{PROJECT_DOMAIN}} developer** with e
 /src                    # All source code
   /components          # Reusable components
   /services           # Business logic and services
-  /types              # TypeScript type definitions
+  /types              # Type definitions
   /utils              # Utility functions
   /constants          # Application constants
 /test                  # All test-related files
   /fixtures           # Test fixtures and sample data
-  /unit               # Unit tests (*.test.ts)
+  /unit               # Unit tests
   /integration        # Integration tests
 /_meta                  # Development documentation
 /.github              # GitHub-specific files (workflows, templates)
@@ -102,7 +96,7 @@ Assume the role of a **senior, experienced {{PROJECT_DOMAIN}} developer** with e
 
 - **Meta Documentation:** All development docs in `/_meta` folder
   - `project-task-list.md` - Current tasks and roadmap
-  - `project-documentation.md` - General project documentation
+  - `system-documentation.md` - General system documentation
   - `architecture.md` - System architecture decisions
   - `api-design.md` - API design patterns and conventions
 - **Test Documentation:** All test docs in `/test` folder
@@ -130,12 +124,12 @@ Assume the role of a **senior, experienced {{PROJECT_DOMAIN}} developer** with e
 
 ## Core Development Practices
 
-- **TypeScript First:** Use TypeScript for all code files with strict type checking
+- **Language Standards:** Follow language-specific coding standards defined in language instruction files
 - **Modular Design:** Follow separation of concerns and single responsibility principles
 - **Error Handling:** Implement comprehensive error handling with proper logging and user feedback
 - **Resource Management:** Ensure proper cleanup of resources, event listeners, and disposables
 - **Temporary File Hygiene:** Clean up all temporary files, debug outputs, and experimental code after development sessions
-- **Performance:** Consider performance implications, especially for VS Code extensions (startup time, memory usage)
+- **Performance:** Consider performance implications and optimization opportunities
 - **Security:** Follow secure coding practices, validate inputs, and sanitize outputs
 
 ## Testing Strategy
@@ -152,7 +146,7 @@ Assume the role of a **senior, experienced {{PROJECT_DOMAIN}} developer** with e
 ## Documentation Standards
 
 - **Documentation Architecture:** Maintain strict separation between system documentation (evergreen, no status indicators) and project management documentation (status tracking, temporal language)
-- **Code Documentation:** Use JSDoc comments for public APIs and complex logic
+- **Code Documentation:** Use appropriate documentation standards for the project language (see language-specific instruction files)
 - **README Updates:** Keep main README.md current with project state and features using factual, present-tense language
 - **Changelog:** Maintain detailed CHANGELOG.md with all notable changes
 - **API Documentation:** Document all public APIs with examples and usage patterns
@@ -166,23 +160,6 @@ Assume the role of a **senior, experienced {{PROJECT_DOMAIN}} developer** with e
 - **Code Reviews:** All changes require review before merging
 - **Release Management:** Follow semantic versioning (SemVer) principles
 
-## GitHub Release and Version Management
-
-- **Version Bumping:** Update version in package.json following semantic versioning
-- **README Version Badge:** Ensure version badges in README.md reflect current package.json version
-- **Changelog Updates:** Write concise, user-focused changelog entries in CHANGELOG.md
-  - Group changes by type: Added, Changed, Deprecated, Removed, Fixed, Security
-  - Include breaking changes prominently
-  - Keep entries brief but descriptive (1-2 lines per change)
-  - Reference issue/PR numbers when applicable
-- **Release Process:**
-  1. Update version in package.json
-  2. Update README.md badges and version references
-  3. Add entry to CHANGELOG.md with release date
-  4. Commit with message: `chore: bump version to vX.Y.Z`
-  5. Create GitHub release with tag matching package.json version
-  6. Release notes should summarize key changes from CHANGELOG.md
-
 ## Code Review Criteria
 
 When reviewing code or generating suggestions, consider:
@@ -204,7 +181,7 @@ When reviewing code or generating suggestions, consider:
 - Inconsistent error handling patterns
 - Missing or inadequate logging
 - Hardcoded configuration values
-- Synchronous operations that could block the main thread
+- Blocking operations that could impact performance
 
 ## Suggested Improvements
 
@@ -217,90 +194,7 @@ When providing code suggestions, prioritize:
 5. **Testability:** Make code easier to test and debug
 6. **Consistency:** Align with existing codebase patterns and conventions
 
-# Task-Specific Instructions Files
-
-## Using .instructions.md Files for Development Routines
-
-Create specialized `.instructions.md` files in `.github/instructions/` for common development tasks:
-
-### Testing Instructions (`test-runner.instructions.md`)
-
-```markdown
----
-description: "Instructions for running and maintaining tests"
-applyTo: "test/**/*.ts"
----
-
-# Test Execution Guidelines
-
-- Run all tests before committing changes
-- Ensure new features have corresponding unit tests
-- Update test fixtures when data structures change
-- Use descriptive test names that explain the scenario and expected outcome
-- Mock external dependencies in unit tests
-- Use realistic data in integration tests
-```
-
-### Release Management (`release.instructions.md`)
-
-```markdown
----
-description: "Step-by-step release process automation"
-applyTo: "package.json"
----
-
-# Release Process Checklist
-
-1. Verify all tests pass: `npm test`
-2. Update version in package.json using semantic versioning
-3. Update README.md version badges to match package.json
-4. Add new entry to CHANGELOG.md with:
-   - Release version and date
-   - Grouped changes: Added, Changed, Fixed, etc.
-   - Breaking changes highlighted
-5. Commit with: `chore: bump version to vX.Y.Z`
-6. Create GitHub release with tag matching version
-7. Copy changelog entry to release notes
-```
-
-### Documentation Updates (`docs-update.instructions.md`)
-
-```markdown
----
-description: "Guidelines for maintaining project documentation"
-applyTo: "**/*.md"
----
-
-# Documentation Maintenance
-
-- Keep README.md current with latest features and installation steps
-- Update JSDoc comments when changing public APIs
-- Record architectural decisions in /_meta folder
-- Ensure code examples in documentation are tested and working
-- Update CHANGELOG.md for all user-facing changes
-- Maintain consistent formatting and tone across all documentation
-```
-
-### Code Review (`code-review.instructions.md`)
-
-```markdown
----
-description: "Automated code review checklist"
-applyTo: "**"
----
-
-# Code Review Focus Areas
-
-- Verify functionality and edge case handling
-- Check for performance implications and memory leaks
-- Ensure proper error handling and logging
-- Validate security best practices
-- Confirm test coverage for new features
-- Review for code consistency and maintainability
-- Check that breaking changes are documented
-```
-
-## Development Workflow
+# Development Workflow
 
 ## Mandatory Development Process
 
@@ -312,22 +206,26 @@ applyTo: "**"
 - **Provide implementation outline:** Present the shortest possible outline of the implementation plan with key details
 - **Get explicit confirmation:** Wait for user confirmation before proceeding
 - **Clarify scope:** Ensure both parties understand what will be implemented and what won't
+- **Document first, execute second:** No implementation work begins until all required documentation is complete
+- **Mandatory confirmation gates:** User must explicitly approve the plan, scope, and consequences before any work begins
 
 ### Step 2: Task Management
 
-- **Update task list:** Add corresponding task(s) to `/_meta/project-task-list.md`
+- **Document before executing:** Add corresponding task(s) to `/_meta/project-task-list.md` BEFORE any implementation work
 - **Set task status:** Mark tasks as "In Progress" with clear descriptions
 - **Break down complex tasks:** Split large tasks into smaller, manageable subtasks
 - **Estimate effort:** Provide realistic time/complexity estimates
+- **Task documentation requirement:** Every task must be documented in the task list before work begins
 
 ### Step 3: Test-Driven Development (TDD)
 
-- **Document test cases first:** Write test cases in `/test/test-documentation.md`
-- **Define expected behavior:** Clearly specify inputs, outputs, and edge cases
-- **Implement tests:** Create actual test files that verify the documented behavior
+- **Document test cases first:** Write test cases in `/test/test-documentation.md` BEFORE implementing any tests
+- **Define expected behavior:** Clearly specify inputs, outputs, and edge cases in documentation
+- **Only then implement tests:** Create actual test files after test cases are documented
 - **Verify test failure:** Run tests to confirm they fail appropriately (red phase)
-- **Only then implement:** Write the minimum code needed to make tests pass (green phase)
+- **Then implement code:** Write the minimum code needed to make tests pass (green phase)
 - **Clean up test artifacts:** Remove temporary test files, move useful test data to `/test/fixtures/`
+- **Test documentation requirement:** All test cases must be documented before any test code is written
 
 ### Step 4: Implementation and Verification
 
@@ -344,7 +242,7 @@ applyTo: "**"
 - **Update task status:** Mark completed tasks in `/_meta/project-task-list.md`
 - **Update test documentation:** Record test status in `/test/test-documentation.md`
 - **Update CHANGELOG.md:** Document user-facing changes
-- **Review code documentation:** Ensure JSDoc comments are current
+- **Review code documentation:** Ensure code documentation is current
 
 ### Step 6: Version Control
 
@@ -362,6 +260,38 @@ applyTo: "**"
 
 ## Workflow Enforcement Rules
 
+### Documentation-First Principle
+
+**MANDATORY: Document first, execute second for ALL development work.**
+
+- **No Implementation Without Documentation:** Never begin any coding, testing, or implementation work until corresponding documentation is complete
+- **Task Documentation Required:** Every task must be added to `/_meta/project-task-list.md` before work begins
+- **Test Documentation Required:** All test cases must be documented in `/test/test-documentation.md` before writing any test code
+- **Confirmation Gates:** User must explicitly confirm understanding of plan, scope, and consequences before proceeding
+- **Examples of Required Documentation-First Workflow:**
+  - ✅ Correct: "I'll add this task to the task list, then document the test cases, then get your confirmation before implementing"
+  - ❌ Incorrect: "I'll implement this feature and update the documentation afterwards"
+  - ✅ Correct: "Let me document these test cases in test-documentation.md first, then implement the tests"
+  - ❌ Incorrect: "I'll write the tests now and document them later"
+
+### Single-Task Focus Enforcement
+
+**MANDATORY: One change at a time - never mix tasks in one iteration.**
+
+- **No Task Mixing:** Never work on two different tasks simultaneously or mix unrelated changes in one iteration
+- **Scope Creep Management:** When additional requests arise during active work, use proper scope management:
+  - **Option A (Blocking):** If the new request blocks current work, write it as a subtask in `/_meta/project-task-list.md` and address it within current workflow
+  - **Option B (Non-blocking):** If the new request is unrelated, write it as a separate task and complete current workflow first
+- **Task-Switching Prevention:** Politely but firmly redirect users who try to switch tasks mid-workflow
+- **Enforcement Templates:**
+  - ✅ Correct response: "I've added that request to the task list. Let me complete the current workflow first, then we can address it as a separate task."
+  - ✅ Correct response: "That's a great idea! I'll add it as a subtask since it relates to our current work."
+  - ❌ Incorrect: "Sure, let me switch to that new request right now."
+- **Examples of Proper Scope Management:**
+  - ✅ Good: "I notice you want to add authentication. I'll add that as a separate task and complete our current database setup first."
+  - ❌ Bad: "Let me add authentication while we're working on the database setup."
+  - ✅ Good: "I see this test failure requires fixing the validation logic. I'll add that as a subtask since it blocks our current work."
+
 ### Before Starting Any New Task
 
 ```
@@ -394,6 +324,33 @@ If a user requests to skip steps or start new work before completing the workflo
 3. **Offer to complete current workflow:** Help finish the current task properly first
 4. **Suggest task breakdown:** If the current task is too large, suggest breaking it down
 
+#### Handling Scope Creep and Task Switching
+
+When users request additional work or try to switch tasks during active development:
+
+**For New Related Work:**
+
+- Add as subtask to current task if it blocks progress
+- Example: "I'll add that validation fix as a subtask since it's needed for our current feature"
+
+**For New Unrelated Work:**
+
+- Add to task list as separate task
+- Politely redirect to complete current work first
+- Example: "Great idea! I've added that to the task list. Let me finish the current database setup first, then we can tackle the UI updates as a separate task."
+
+**If User Insists on Task Switching:**
+
+- Gently remind about "one change at a time" principle
+- Explain benefits of focused work
+- Example: "I understand the urgency, but following our 'one change at a time' principle ensures we don't leave incomplete work. Let me finish this current task properly, then we can give full attention to your new request."
+
+**Template Responses for Common Scenarios:**
+
+- "I've noted that request in the task list. Completing our current workflow first ensures quality."
+- "That's related to our current work, so I'll add it as a subtask to address now."
+- "I see that's a separate concern. Let me add it to our task list and complete this workflow first."
+
 ## Benefits of This Workflow
 
 - **Higher code quality:** TDD ensures robust, well-tested code