Fix main branch README with dual-purpose sections and working links

CRITICAL FIXES:
- Completely rewrote README for dual purpose (template users vs contributors)
- Fixed all broken documentation links that referenced non-existent files on main
- Clear separation: Section 1 for template users, Section 2 for developers
- Added CONTRIBUTING.md with comprehensive development guidelines

TEMPLATE USER SECTION:
- Clear warning: Don't clone, download releases instead
- Direct links to latest release artifacts
- Quick start instructions for CTO delegation
- Focus on template usage, not repository development

DEVELOPER SECTION:
- Instructions for contributing to framework itself
- WORKONMAIN branch workflow explanation
- Links to CONTRIBUTING.md for detailed guidelines
- Clear branch purposes and development setup

WORKING LINKS:
- All links now point to files that exist on main branch
- Release links use Gitea relative paths (../../releases/latest)
- License link works (./LICENSE exists on main)
- CONTRIBUTING.md link works (file created on main)

Ready for clean template user experience with no broken links.
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# Contributing to CTO AI Delegation Framework
**Welcome to the CTO AI Delegation Framework development!** This guide is for developers who want to contribute to the framework itself, not for users of the template.
---
## 🎯 **Quick Start for Contributors**
### Development Setup
```bash
# Clone the repository
git clone git@git.knownelement.com:UKRRS/CTO.git
cd CTO
# Switch to main development branch
git checkout WORKONMAIN
# Explore the full framework
ls docs/
```
### Understanding the Repository Structure
| Branch | Purpose | When to Use |
|--------|---------|-------------|
| **`main`** | Clean template baseline for end users | Never (except for README/LICENSE updates) |
| **`WORKONMAIN`** | Main development branch | Most framework development |
| **`LLMBOOTSTRAP`** | Feature development branch | Experimental features |
---
## 🛠️ **Development Workflow**
### For Framework Improvements
```bash
# Start from WORKONMAIN
git checkout WORKONMAIN
git pull origin WORKONMAIN
# Create feature branch for your improvement
git checkout -b feature/your-improvement
# Make changes, test, commit
git add .
git commit -m "Add your improvement"
git push origin feature/your-improvement
# Create pull request to WORKONMAIN
```
### For Main Branch Updates (Rare)
```bash
# Only for README, LICENSE, or critical template baseline changes
git checkout WORKONMAIN # Start from full development context
# Create WORKONMAIN → main PR when approved by maintainer
# (This bypasses normal "human-only main" rule for framework development)
```
---
## 📋 **Development Guidelines**
### Code Standards
- **Scripts must be executable:** `chmod +x script.sh`
- **Gitea-exclusive platform:** No GitHub/GitLab references
- **Git-native solutions preferred:** Avoid external dependencies
- **Dual documentation:** Maintain both human and LLM-optimized versions
### Documentation Standards
- **Update both versions:** `docs/FILE.md` and `docs/FILE-LLM.md`
- **Test all links:** Ensure Gitea web interface compatibility
- **Keep deterministic:** AI instructions must be exact command sequences
- **Platform consistency:** All references must be Gitea-specific
### Testing Requirements
```bash
# Test your changes
./test-bootstrap.sh
# Test integration automation
./setup-git-auto-merge.sh
# Generate progress dashboard
./generate-progress-dashboard.sh
# Validate all scripts work
```
---
## 🧪 **Testing Framework**
### Bootstrap Testing
```bash
# Run comprehensive bootstrap validation
./test-bootstrap.sh
# Expected: 8 tests passing
# - Template file presence
# - Git initialization
# - Branch creation
# - Template placeholders
# - AI agent instructions
# - Milestone tagging
# - Automation script validation
# - Integration setup
```
### Integration Testing
```bash
# Test git-native auto-merge
./setup-git-auto-merge.sh
# Create test commits on feature branches
# Verify INTEGRATION-WIP auto-merge works
```
### Dashboard Testing
```bash
# Generate dashboard with current data
./generate-progress-dashboard.sh
# Check generated files
ls docs/dashboard/
open docs/dashboard/index.html
```
---
## 📚 **Documentation Maintenance**
### Key Files to Update
When making changes, consider updating:
**Core Documentation:**
- `docs/AGENT-LLM.MD` - Primary AI agent instructions
- `docs/GIT_WORKFLOW.MD` - Comprehensive workflow guide
- `docs/INTEGRATION-AUTOMATION.md` - Integration setup guide
**Tracking Files:**
- `TODO.md` + `TODO-LLM.md` - Project roadmap
- `RETROSPECTIVE.md` + `RETROSPECTIVE-LLM.md` - Project analysis
- `PLATFORM-REQUIREMENTS.md` - Platform constraints
**Template Files:**
- `docs/WORKLOG-LLM.md` - Template progress tracking
- `docs/CURRENTWORK-LLM.md` - Template session logging
### Documentation Sync
```bash
# After updating human-readable docs, update LLM versions
# Example: Update AGENT.MD → also update AGENT-LLM.MD
# Keep content aligned but optimize format for target audience
# Human: Comprehensive, contextual, explanatory
# LLM: Concise, command-focused, deterministic
```
---
## 🏷️ **Release Process**
### Creating Releases
```bash
# When ready to release improvements
git checkout WORKONMAIN
# Create milestone tag
git tag -a framework-v1.x.x -m "Framework improvements: [describe changes]"
git push origin framework-v1.x.x
# Maintainer creates GitHub/Gitea release from tag
# Users download release artifacts as templates
```
### Tag Naming Convention
- `framework-v1.x.x` - Framework improvements
- `phase-N-complete` - Major phase completions
- `milestone-YYYY-MM-DD` - Date-based milestones
- `feature-NAME-complete` - Specific feature completions
---
## 🔍 **Code Review Guidelines**
### What Reviewers Look For
1. **Gitea Compatibility** - Works exclusively with Gitea
2. **Git-Native Solutions** - Prefers git over external tools
3. **Deterministic Instructions** - AI agents get exact commands
4. **Documentation Completeness** - Both human and LLM versions updated
5. **Testing Coverage** - Changes include appropriate tests
### Pull Request Template
```markdown
## Changes Made
- [Brief description of changes]
## Testing Done
- [ ] Bootstrap testing passes (`./test-bootstrap.sh`)
- [ ] Integration testing works (`./setup-git-auto-merge.sh`)
- [ ] Documentation updated (both human and LLM versions)
- [ ] Scripts are executable and work in clean environment
## Breaking Changes
- [Any breaking changes for template users]
## Documentation Updates
- [ ] Updated relevant docs in `docs/` directory
- [ ] Updated TODO.md if roadmap changed
- [ ] Updated RETROSPECTIVE.md if architecture changed
```
---
## 🚨 **Important Constraints**
### Platform Requirements
- **Gitea Exclusive:** No GitHub or GitLab references anywhere
- **Git-Native Preferred:** Avoid workflow-based solutions when git hooks work
- **No External Dependencies:** Framework should work with just git + bash
### Branch Protection Rules
- **Main Branch:** Minimal, clean baseline for template users
- **WORKONMAIN:** Where framework development happens
- **Human Oversight:** All merges to main require explicit approval
### Template User Focus
- **Don't Break Template Usage:** Changes shouldn't affect template download/usage
- **Maintain Simplicity:** Template users want simple bootstrap process
- **Preserve Determinism:** AI delegation must remain predictable
---
## 💡 **Development Tips**
### Environment Setup
```bash
# Work in isolated test directories
mkdir /tmp/cto-test && cd /tmp/cto-test
# Extract current template to test changes
cp -r /path/to/CTO/* .
rm -rf .git
# Test bootstrap process in clean environment
./start-ai-delegation.sh # or manual bootstrap process
```
### Common Pitfalls
- **Broken links on main branch:** Test README links work in Gitea web UI
- **Platform references:** Scan for any GitHub/GitLab mentions
- **Missing LLM docs:** Always update both human and LLM versions
- **Non-executable scripts:** Check `chmod +x` on all shell scripts
### Debugging
```bash
# Enable debug mode for scripts
export DEBUG=1
# Run with verbose output
./test-bootstrap.sh --debug
./generate-progress-dashboard.sh --check-sources
```
---
## 📞 **Getting Help**
### Resources
- **Current Documentation:** Browse `docs/` directory on WORKONMAIN branch
- **Project Roadmap:** See `TODO.md` and `TODO-LLM.md`
- **Architecture Decisions:** Review `RETROSPECTIVE.md`
### Communication
- **Issues:** Use repository issue tracker
- **Discussions:** Repository discussions or maintainer contact
- **Pull Requests:** Follow PR template and guidelines above
---
**Thank you for contributing to the CTO AI Delegation Framework!**
*Your improvements help founder CTOs delegate more effectively to AI teams.*

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# CTO
# CTO AI Delegation Framework
**Prompts and code for founder CTO who want to delegate to AI as an entire team.**
*A well-structured repository with comprehensive git workflow and AI agent integration*
## 🏗️ Repository Structure
This repository follows a clean, organized structure with proper documentation and workflow management.
```
CTO/
├── README.md (this file)
├── LICENSE
└── docs/ (comprehensive documentation - see feature branches)
```
## 🌳 Branch Structure
| Branch | Purpose | Status | Description |
|--------|---------|--------|-------------|
| **`main`** | 🔒 **Stable** | Protected | Main stable branch - no direct commits |
| **`LLMBOOTSTRAP`** | 🚀 **Active** | Feature | Initial setup and bootstrap work |
| **`INTEGRATION-WIP`** | 🔄 **Integration** | Auto-merge | Continuous integration testing |
| **`RELEASE`** | 📦 **Production** | Manual-only | Production-ready releases |
## 📋 Getting Started
### For Founder CTOs
This repository provides a complete framework for delegating development work to AI agents while maintaining professional standards:
1. **Structured AI Delegation:** Complete workflow for AI team management
2. **Professional Git Practices:** Enterprise-grade branching and documentation
3. **Dual Documentation:** Human-readable and LLM-optimized references
### For Developers & AI Agents
1. **Never work on `main`** - Always create feature branches
2. **Clone and setup:**
```bash
git clone <repository-url>
cd CTO
git checkout LLMBOOTSTRAP # See current work
```
**AI Agents:** See `docs/AGENT-LLM.MD` in feature branches for optimized instructions.
## 📚 Documentation
Complete documentation is available in the `docs/` directory on feature branches:
### Human-Readable Documentation
- **`docs/GIT_WORKFLOW.MD`** - Comprehensive git workflow with examples
- **`docs/AGENT.MD`** - AI agent guidelines and workflow reference
- **`docs/WORKLOG.md`** - Project progress and milestone tracking
- **`docs/CURRENTWORK.md`** - Detailed session notes and concerns
### LLM-Optimized Documentation
- **`docs/AGENT-LLM.MD`** - Condensed AI agent reference
- **`docs/WORKLOG-LLM.md`** - Quick status and progress updates
- **`docs/CURRENTWORK-LLM.md`** - Streamlined session notes
## 🏷️ Milestones & Tags
| Tag | Date | Description |
|-----|------|-------------|
| `bootstrap-complete` | 2025-09-05 | Initial project structure and workflow setup |
View all tags: `git tag -l`
## 🔧 AI Team Management Workflow
1. **Feature Development:** AI agents create branches from `main` for all work
2. **Integration Testing:** Features auto-merge to `INTEGRATION-WIP`
3. **Production Release:** Manual PR review required for `RELEASE`
4. **Branch Preservation:** Never auto-delete feature branches
5. **Milestone Tracking:** Tag important stages and achievements
## 🤖 AI Agent Integration
This repository is optimized for AI-assisted development:
- **Platform Compatibility:** Gemini-CLI, Claude, OpenCode
- **LLM-Optimized Docs:** Streamlined references for AI consumption
- **Automated Workflows:** Structured processes for consistent AI development
- **Work Tracking:** Built-in logging for session continuity
## 🔗 Quick Links
**To explore the project:**
1. Switch to `LLMBOOTSTRAP` branch: `git checkout LLMBOOTSTRAP`
2. Review documentation in `docs/` directory
3. Check current status in `docs/WORKLOG.md`
**For AI agents:**
1. Primary reference: `docs/AGENT-LLM.MD`
2. Quick status: `docs/WORKLOG-LLM.md`
## 📊 Repository Stats
- **Platform:** Gitea
- **Created:** 2025-09-05
- **Purpose:** AI team delegation framework
- **AI-Friendly:** ✅ Optimized for LLM consumption
**Prompts and code for founder CTOs who want to delegate to AI as an entire team.**
---
*This repository maintains dual documentation (human + LLM optimized) and follows strict workflow preservation practices for professional AI team management.*
## 🎯 **For CTO Template Users (Most Users)**
**If you want to use this CTO AI delegation template for your project:**
### ⚠️ **Don't Clone This Repository!**
Instead, download the latest release as a template:
1. **Download Latest Release:** [📦 Latest Release](../../releases/latest)
2. **Extract** the downloaded zip to your project directory
3. **Run Setup:** `./start-ai-delegation.sh` (or follow instructions in extracted files)
4. **Start Delegating:** AI agents will read the included documentation automatically
### 🚀 **Quick Start for Template Users**
```bash
# After extracting the release:
cd your-project-directory
./start-ai-delegation.sh
# Follow the prompts to set up your CTO AI delegation workflow
```
**What You Get:**
- ✅ Complete AI delegation framework
- ✅ Deterministic workflows for AI agents
- ✅ Professional git workflow with branch protection
- ✅ Real-time progress tracking and dashboards
- ✅ Comprehensive documentation (human + AI optimized)
---
## 🛠️ **For Framework Developers (Repository Contributors)**
**If you want to contribute to the CTO delegation framework itself:**
### Development Setup
```bash
# Clone the repository for development
git clone git@git.knownelement.com:UKRRS/CTO.git
cd CTO
# Switch to development branch (has all the features)
git checkout WORKONMAIN
# See full documentation and development environment
ls docs/
```
### Development Workflow
- **WORKONMAIN** - Long-lived development branch for framework improvements
- **LLMBOOTSTRAP** - Feature development branch
- **main** - Template baseline (minimal, clean for end users)
### Contributing Guidelines
See [CONTRIBUTING.md](./CONTRIBUTING.md) for detailed development instructions.
---
## 📊 **Repository Information**
### Branch Structure
| Branch | Purpose | Who Uses It |
|--------|---------|-------------|
| **`main`** | Clean template baseline | Template users browsing |
| **`WORKONMAIN`** | Framework development | Contributors |
| **`LLMBOOTSTRAP`** | Feature development | Contributors |
### Latest Releases
| Release | Date | Description |
|---------|------|-------------|
| [phase-2-enhancements-complete](../../releases/tag/phase-2-enhancements-complete) | 2025-09-05 | Full framework with testing, dashboards, git-native integration |
| [bootstrap-framework-complete](../../releases/tag/bootstrap-framework-complete) | 2025-09-05 | Core bootstrap framework |
### Platform Information
- **Git Platform:** Gitea (optimized exclusively)
- **AI Compatibility:** Claude, Gemini-CLI, OpenCode
- **Architecture:** Git-native automation, no external dependencies
- **License:** [View License](./LICENSE)
---
## 🤖 **Framework Features**
- **Deterministic AI Instructions** - Exact command sequences for consistent results
- **Git-Native Automation** - Auto-merge integration via git hooks
- **Progress Dashboards** - Real-time CTO oversight and metrics
- **Bootstrap Testing** - Comprehensive validation framework
- **Dual Documentation** - Human-readable + AI-optimized versions
- **Branch Protection** - Main branch human-only policy
- **Milestone Tracking** - Complete audit trail and progress markers
---
**Need Help?**
- **Template Users:** Check the documentation in your downloaded release
- **Developers:** See [CONTRIBUTING.md](./CONTRIBUTING.md) or browse the [WORKONMAIN branch](../../tree/WORKONMAIN)
*Professional AI team delegation framework - Built for founder CTOs*