ghm-sot-builder

A Source of Truth file standardizes tracking and governance by enforcing consistent structure, YAML frontmatter, and update protocols. It is needed when teams must track a new artifact type and existing templates do not provide the required metadata or navigation structure.

You scaffold a new SoT file by applying automated template guidance to generate YAML frontmatter, category sections, and cross-references. The process enforces template purity, guides registration, and aligns the file with SoT governance update protocols.

Yes, you can include optional resource directories such as scripts/, references/, and assets/ when generating a Source of Truth file. These directories support future extension by organizing supplementary resources alongside the main SoT file.

The best way to track a new artifact type with no existing Source of Truth is to auto-build a new SoT file from a standardized template. This approach ensures proper metadata, cross-references, and governance protocols are applied from the start.

Yes, generating a new SoT file enforces template purity and cross-references by guiding registration and applying standardized update protocols. This ensures the resulting file aligns with SoT governance and maintains structural consistency across the team.