journal

To maintain a chronological implementation log for compiler passes, record completed work as phase entries in a .journal/ directory, documenting technical narratives, file changes, and upstream references.

The best way to document file changes and technical decisions during a refactor is to create journal entries detailing the rationale, newly created files, modified files, and upstream references in a structured directory.

Yes, you can use a structured journal to track implementation progress for new features by maintaining tables of file changes and recording technical narratives for each distinct phase of work.

Yes, recording implementation progress requires sequential phase numbering and specific date formatting to ensure chronological consistency and accurate auditing of file changes and technical narratives.

To link journal entries to existing .todo items when logging implementation work, include direct links to the .todo items within the phase entries to maintain traceability between planning and execution.

When logging file changes in a .journal/ directory, you must adhere to strict sequential phase numbering and specific date formatting, meaning manual formatting errors can disrupt the chronological audit trail.