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+---
+title: "DevOps Procedures"
+description: "Build, test, lint, and CI procedures for the Settled Reach project — Makefile targets, worktree setup, server/client builds"
+type: architecture
+status: active
+---
+
 # DevOps Procedures
 
 Operational procedures for building, testing, and running The Settled Reach.
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+---
+title: "Scratchpad"
+description: "Personal notes and ideas — postcards pipeline, Veo gate transitions, remote terminal proxy, asset registry"
+type: design
+status: draft
+---
+
 # Scratchpad
 
 Personal notes and random thoughts. Not acted upon unless explicitly instructed.