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lessons-ledger

Append project-close lessons to the cross-project LESSONS.md ledger.

Updated Apr 21, 2026
Search Tags:#adr#retrospective#knowledge-management#lessons#ledger#project-close#row-schema
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/brucebanner010198-commits/DevSecOps-Agency --skill lessons-ledger
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Skill: lessons-ledger
Source: https://github.com/brucebanner010198-commits/DevSecOps-Agency/tree/main/skills/lessons-ledger
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/brucebanner010198-commits/DevSecOps-Agency --skill lessons-ledger

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

The cross-project LESSONS.md ledger is the single source of truth for capturing and preserving project-close learnings, ensuring knowledge persists beyond individual projects.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Append a new ledger row to LESSONS.md on project close, after retrospective notes are written.
  • Read retro minutes and governance artifacts to derive a stable row anchor and maintain traceability with ADRs.
  • Support governance, knowledge capture, and organizational learning across projects.

Quick Start

Append a new row to LESSONS.md documenting the lessons from the current project closure.

Frequently Asked Questions about lessons-ledger

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I append project learnings to a cross-project knowledge management ledger?▼

To capture project learnings, append a new ledger row to LESSONS.md after retrospective minutes exist. It enforces a strict row-schema and records an ADR for governance and traceability.

What is the process for capturing retrospective minutes during project close?▼

Capturing retrospective minutes during project close involves reading existing notes and governance artifacts to derive a stable row anchor. It appends a structured entry to the LESSONS.md ledger.

Do I need retrospective minutes before writing to the LESSONS.md ledger?▼

Yes, retrospective minutes must exist before writing to the LESSONS.md ledger. The append-only row schema is applied after a project closes and retrospective notes are written to ensure accurate knowledge capture.

How does the lessons ledger maintain traceability with ADRs?▼

The lessons ledger maintains traceability with ADRs by recording an Architecture Decision Record documenting the decision alongside the new ledger entry. This enforces governance across cross-project knowledge.

Can I modify an existing row in the LESSONS.md knowledge management ledger?▼

No, you cannot modify an existing row in the LESSONS.md knowledge management ledger. It enforces an append-only row schema to ensure knowledge persists as a single source of truth.

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