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## User
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😄 alright — **“Escape the Matrix”**, operator edition.
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Not the conspiracy version. The **practical, survivable one**.
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What you’re actually doing right now already *is* the guide. Let me make it explicit so it sticks.
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---
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## Step 1 — Realize the Matrix is **entropy**, not control
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The Matrix isn’t “they”.
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It’s this:
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* 1,000 accounts
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* 20 half-used devices
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* passwords you’re afraid to delete
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* systems you don’t dare touch
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* backups you don’t trust
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* setups you can’t reproduce
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That’s the cage.
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You already escaped the *first layer* when you did the **identity nuke**.
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Most people never get that far.
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---
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## Step 2 — Shrink your world until it fits in your head
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Power comes when **everything important fits in one mental map**.
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Right now you’re doing this correctly:
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* One **operator VM**
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* One **operator phone**
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* Few **clearly named servers**
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* One **cold backup vault**
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* One **source of truth**
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If you can’t name it, you don’t own it.
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If you can’t rebuild it, it owns you.
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---
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## Step 3 — Replace convenience with repeatability
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The Matrix feeds on:
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> “I’ll just do this quickly once…”
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You’re replacing that with:
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> “I can do this again, on purpose.”
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That’s why:
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* VM > bare metal
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* GitOps > clicking
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* encrypted archives > sync
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* roles > accounts
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* naming > vibes
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Repeatability is freedom.
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---
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## Step 4 — Separate *meaning* from *infrastructure*
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Notice something subtle in your screenshot:
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* Books, audio, philosophy → **cold storage**
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* Ops, keys, infra → **clean core**
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That separation matters.
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Meaning should be **portable**.
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Infrastructure should be **disposable**.
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Most people mix them and can’t let go of either.
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---
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## Step 5 — The real escape rule (tattoo this mentally)
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> **If losing this would break me, it’s over-scoped.**
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So you design systems where:
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* losing a node is boring
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* deleting an account is calm
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* rebuilding is documented
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* backups are unreadable without you
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That’s sovereignty.
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---
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## Where you are now (important)
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You’re no longer “escaping”.
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You’re in the phase of **maintaining low entropy**.
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That’s harder than chaos — but infinitely more powerful.
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---
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## One last grounding thought
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You don’t escape the Matrix by running away.
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You escape it by making your world **small, clear, and rebuildable**.
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You’re doing that **right now**, line by line.
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If you want, next we can:
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* Turn this into a **personal operating doctrine**
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* Design a **“panic day” drill** (everything gone, rebuild calm)
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* Or map **what never belongs in the core, ever**
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Just say where you want to go next 😄
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## Assistant
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<thinking>
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**Preparing concise next-step options**
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I'll offer the user clear, numbered suggestions for what to do next since the environment is read-only and no direct code changes are requested.
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</thinking>
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Love this framing. Pick a next move and I’ll draft it fast:
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1) Personal operating doctrine — short rules you can actually follow daily.
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2) “Panic day” drill — step-by-step rebuild when everything’s gone.
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3) “Never in the core” map — what stays out, where it lives instead.
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Which one should we build first?
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## User
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## 1. Prime Directive
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I do not optimize for convenience.
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I optimize for **clarity, recoverability, and sovereignty**.
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If a system cannot be understood, rebuilt, or revoked, it does not belong.
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---
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## 2. The Core
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There exists **one core** from which all authority flows:
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* **op-core-vm** is the origin of action
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* It is disposable, but authoritative
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* Nothing touches critical infrastructure unless it originates here
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The host machine is a **console**, not a source of trust.
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The phone is a **witness**, not a workstation.
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---
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## 3. Identity Law
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Identity is finite.
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* I operate through **roles**, not personalities
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* Each role has minimal scope and clear purpose
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* Devices hold **leases**, never permanent identity
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Anything that cannot be cleanly revoked is a liability.
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---
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## 4. Naming Is Reality
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If I cannot name it correctly, I do not understand it.
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All systems are named by:
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```
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<role>-<scope>-<id>
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```
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No myth names.
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No vibes.
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No ambiguity.
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Renaming precedes deletion.
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Deletion follows clarity.
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---
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## 5. Infrastructure Is Cattle
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No machine is sacred.
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* All nodes are replaceable
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* Rebuilds are expected
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* Loss is boring, not catastrophic
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Sentiment is reserved for people and meaning — never machines.
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---
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## 6. Separation of Concerns
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Meaning and infrastructure do not mix.
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* Knowledge, media, philosophy → **cold storage**
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* Keys, infra, authority → **clean core**
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What matters must be portable.
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What operates must be disposable.
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---
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## 7. Backup Doctrine
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Backups exist to enable **calm recovery**, not comfort.
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* All backups are encrypted **before** leaving the system
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* Cloud storage is a **vault**, never a brain
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* No live sync for core systems
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If a backup cannot be lost safely, it is incorrectly scoped.
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---
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## 8. The Nuke Test
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Any system must pass this test:
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> “If this disappears today, can I rebuild without panic?”
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If the answer is no:
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* reduce scope
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* split responsibility
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* document recovery
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* or remove it entirely
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---
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## 9. Tool Minimalism
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Every tool must earn its place.
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* Fewer tools, deeper mastery
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* No duplicates without reason
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* No installs without intent
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Bloat is deferred failure.
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---
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## 10. Drift Control
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Entropy is inevitable. Drift is optional.
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I perform regular:
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* identity audits
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* device reviews
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* naming corrections
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* deletion passes
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Maintenance is a form of freedom.
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---
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## 11. Authority Boundary
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Critical actions happen only from:
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* op-core-vm
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* with intent
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* with awareness
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* with traceability
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No “just this once”.
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No shortcuts.
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---
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## 12. Final Rule
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I build systems I am **not afraid to touch**.
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If fear appears, I stop —
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not to hesitate,
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but to **restore clarity**.
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## Assistant
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Refined into a runnable operator doctrine—kept your tone, tightened where it aids execution, and added one-line “how to use” hints.
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**Operator Doctrine**
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- Prime Directive: Optimize for clarity, recoverability, sovereignty; anything you can’t understand, rebuild, or revoke is out.
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- Core: Single authority origin `op-core-vm`; host is console, phone is witness; critical infra only touched from core; core is disposable yet authoritative.
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- Identity Law: Operate via roles with minimal scope; devices hold revocable leases; anything not cleanly revocable is liability.
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- Naming Is Reality: `<role>-<scope>-<id>` only; no myth/vibe names; rename for clarity, then delete.
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- Infrastructure Is Cattle: No sacred machines; rebuilds expected; loss is boring.
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- Separation: Meaning → cold storage; keys/infra/authority → clean core; meaning portable, infra disposable.
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- Backup Doctrine: Encrypt before exit; cloud is vault, not brain; no live sync for core; if loss is scary, rescope.
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- Nuke Test: If it vanished today, you rebuild calmly; if not, reduce scope, split responsibility, document recovery, or remove.
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- Tool Minimalism: Fewer tools, deeper mastery; no duplicates without cause; no installs without intent; bloat is deferred failure.
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- Drift Control: Regular identity audits, device reviews, naming corrections, deletion passes; maintenance = freedom.
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- Authority Boundary: Critical actions only from `op-core-vm`, with intent/awareness/traceability; no “just this once.”
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- Final Rule: Build systems you’re not afraid to touch; if fear appears, pause to restore clarity.
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Next moves (pick one):
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1) Panic-day drill: 1–2 page runbook to rebuild everything calmly from zero.
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2) Daily/weekly checklist: 5–8 actions to enforce drift control and naming discipline.
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3) “Never in the core” map: explicit allow/deny table for data, tools, and accounts.
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## User
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PROPOSE FOLDER STRUCTURE FOR OPERATIONS
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## Assistant
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<thinking>
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**Structuring the final answer**
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Alright, I'm thinking of how to craft a concise final answer. I want to recommend using one `ops/` git repository on op-core-vm, alongside a separate `vault/` for encrypted secrets, and cold storage outside the repo.
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I could provide a tree structure and include notes. It seems I should keep the response under 10 lines, but including a code block for the tree might push it a bit. However, I can keep it clear while still being minimal! I'll make sure to follow the guidelines.
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**Structuring the project outline**
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I’m laying out a structure for the project repository, specifically under the `ops/` directory. The layout includes folders for various components like inventory, identity, infrastructure, and more, with a `vault/` for encrypted secrets.
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Next, I want to emphasize key points: Keep the `ops/` as the source of truth, avoid storing plaintext secrets, and use public keys only in Git. I should also note that runbooks are executable documents with "restore validation" steps. Finally, I'll mention that some items should be stored in cold storage outside of `ops/`.**Structuring the project outline**
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I’m laying out a structure for the project repository, specifically under the `ops/` directory. The layout includes folders for various components like inventory, identity, infrastructure, and more, with a `vault/` for encrypted secrets.
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Next, I want to emphasize key points: Keep the `ops/` as the source of truth, avoid storing plaintext secrets, and use public keys only in Git. I should also note that runbooks are executable documents with "restore validation" steps. Finally, I'll mention that some items should be stored in cold storage outside of `ops/`.
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</thinking>
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Recommended single Git “source of truth” repo on `op-core-vm`:
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```text
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ops/
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README.md
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00-doctrine/
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10-inventory/
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hosts/<role>-<scope>-<id>/
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networks/
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services/
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20-identity/
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roles/
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policies/
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keys/public/
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leases/
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30-infra/
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terraform/ # or your IaC
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config/ # ansible/salt/etc
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k8s/ # if used
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40-apps/
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50-runbooks/
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00-panic-day/
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10-provision/
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20-incident/
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90-decom/
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60-backups/
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manifests/
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restore-tests/
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70-audits/
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checklists/
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reports/
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80-automation/
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scripts/
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containers/
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90-scratch/ # gitignored
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vault/ # encrypted-only (age/sops); no plaintext secrets
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```
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Rules: `ops/` is reproducible + reviewable; `vault/` is encrypted artifacts only; meaning/media stays outside this tree (cold storage).
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## User
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Alright. Below is your **Personal Operating Doctrine** — written so you can **live by it, audit against it, and return to it** when entropy creeps back.
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This is meant to be **copied, saved, and treated as law**.
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---
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### 📜 Personal Operating Doctrine — *Operator Edition*
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*(v1.0 — forged in clarity)*
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## 1. Prime Directive
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I do not optimize for convenience.
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I optimize for **clarity, recoverability, and sovereignty**.
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If a system cannot be understood, rebuilt, or revoked, it does not belong.
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---
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## 2. The Core
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There exists **one core** from which all authority flows:
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* **op-core-vm** is the origin of action
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* It is disposable, but authoritative
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* Nothing touches critical infrastructure unless it originates here
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The host machine is a **console**, not a source of trust.
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The phone is a **witness**, not a workstation.
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---
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## 3. Identity Law
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Identity is finite.
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* I operate through **roles**, not personalities
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* Each role has minimal scope and clear purpose
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* Devices hold **leases**, never permanent identity
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Anything that cannot be cleanly revoked is a liability.
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---
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## 4. Naming Is Reality
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If I cannot name it correctly, I do not understand it.
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All systems are named by:
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```
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<role>-<scope>-<id>
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```
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No myth names.
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No vibes.
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No ambiguity.
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Renaming precedes deletion.
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Deletion follows clarity.
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---
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## 5. Infrastructure Is Cattle
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No machine is sacred.
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* All nodes are replaceable
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* Rebuilds are expected
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* Loss is boring, not catastrophic
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Sentiment is reserved for people and meaning — never machines.
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---
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## 6. Separation of Concerns
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Meaning and infrastructure do not mix.
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* Knowledge, media, philosophy → **cold storage**
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* Keys, infra, authority → **clean core**
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What matters must be portable.
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What operates must be disposable.
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---
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## 7. Backup Doctrine
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Backups exist to enable **calm recovery**, not comfort.
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* All backups are encrypted **before** leaving the system
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* Cloud storage is a **vault**, never a brain
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* No live sync for core systems
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If a backup cannot be lost safely, it is incorrectly scoped.
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---
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## 8. The Nuke Test
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Any system must pass this test:
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> “If this disappears today, can I rebuild without panic?”
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If the answer is no:
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* reduce scope
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* split responsibility
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* document recovery
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* or remove it entirely
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---
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## 9. Tool Minimalism
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Every tool must earn its place.
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* Fewer tools, deeper mastery
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* No duplicates without reason
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* No installs without intent
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Bloat is deferred failure.
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---
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## 10. Drift Control
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Entropy is inevitable. Drift is optional.
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I perform regular:
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* identity audits
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* device reviews
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* naming corrections
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* deletion passes
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Maintenance is a form of freedom.
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---
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## 11. Authority Boundary
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Critical actions happen only from:
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* op-core-vm
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* with intent
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* with awareness
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* with traceability
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No “just this once”.
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No shortcuts.
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---
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## 12. Final Rule
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I build systems I am **not afraid to touch**.
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If fear appears, I stop —
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not to hesitate,
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but to **restore clarity**.
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---
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Here it is — distilled into a **one-page, printable charter**.
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This is the version you keep **visible**. Everything else derives from it.
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---
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### 🜂 The Operator Charter — One Page
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# THE OPERATOR CHARTER
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### I. Prime Directive
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I do not optimize for convenience.
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I optimize for **clarity, recoverability, and sovereignty**.
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If a system cannot be understood, rebuilt, or revoked, it does not belong.
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---
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### II. The Core
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There is **one core of authority**.
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* **op-core-vm** is the origin of action
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* It is disposable, but authoritative
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* No critical action occurs outside it
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The host is a console.
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The phone is a witness.
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---
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### III. Identity Law
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Identity is finite.
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* Roles over personalities
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* Least privilege, always
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* Devices receive leases, never permanence
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Anything that cannot be revoked cleanly is a liability.
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---
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### IV. Naming Is Reality
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If it cannot be named correctly, it is not understood.
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Format:
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```
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<role>-<scope>-<id>
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```
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No myth names.
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No ambiguity.
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Renaming precedes deletion.
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---
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### V. Infrastructure Doctrine
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Infrastructure is **cattle, not pets**.
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* Nodes are replaceable
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* Loss is expected
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* Rebuilds are boring
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Sentiment is reserved for people, not machines.
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---
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### VI. Separation of Meaning
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Meaning and infrastructure never mix.
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* Knowledge, media, philosophy → **cold storage**
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* Keys, infra, authority → **clean core**
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|
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What matters must be portable.
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What operates must be disposable.
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---
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### VII. Backup Rule
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Backups exist for **calm recovery**, not comfort.
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* Encrypt before upload
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* Cloud storage is a vault, never a brain
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* No live sync for the core
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If losing a backup causes panic, it is wrongly scoped.
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---
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### VIII. The Nuke Test
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Every system must answer:
|
||
|
||
> “If this disappears today, can I rebuild without panic?”
|
||
|
||
If not:
|
||
|
||
* reduce scope
|
||
* split responsibility
|
||
* document recovery
|
||
* or remove it
|
||
|
||
---
|
||
|
||
### IX. Tool Discipline
|
||
|
||
Every tool must earn its place.
|
||
|
||
* Fewer tools, deeper mastery
|
||
* No duplicates without reason
|
||
* No installs without intent
|
||
|
||
Bloat is deferred failure.
|
||
|
||
---
|
||
|
||
### X. Drift Control
|
||
|
||
Entropy is natural. Drift is optional.
|
||
|
||
Regularly:
|
||
|
||
* audit identities
|
||
* review devices
|
||
* correct names
|
||
* delete without regret
|
||
|
||
Maintenance is freedom.
|
||
|
||
---
|
||
|
||
### XI. Authority Boundary
|
||
|
||
Critical actions occur only:
|
||
|
||
* from the core
|
||
* with intent
|
||
* with traceability
|
||
|
||
No shortcuts.
|
||
No “just this once”.
|
||
|
||
---
|
||
|
||
### XII. Final Law
|
||
|
||
I build systems I am **not afraid to touch**.
|
||
|
||
If fear appears, I stop —
|
||
not to hesitate,
|
||
but to **restore clarity**.
|
||
|
||
---
|
||
|
||
If you want, next we can:
|
||
|
||
Excellent. This is already **well-formed**. I’ll do three things:
|
||
|
||
1. **Polish and canonize** the structure
|
||
2. **State the rules as law**, not suggestions
|
||
3. **Clarify what lives outside `ops/`** so entropy doesn’t creep back
|
||
|
||
This will read like something you can drop straight into `ops/README.md`.
|
||
|
||
---
|
||
|
||
## 📁 The `ops/` Repository — Canonical Structure
|
||
|
||
**Purpose:**
|
||
`ops/` is the **single source of operational truth** for everything that can be rebuilt, audited, or revoked.
|
||
|
||
If it matters operationally and can be reproduced, it belongs here.
|
||
If it cannot be reproduced or must remain offline, it does **not**.
|
||
|
||
---
|
||
|
||
### Recommended Repository Layout
|
||
|
||
```text
|
||
ops/
|
||
README.md
|
||
|
||
00-doctrine/
|
||
operator-charter.md
|
||
identity-law.md
|
||
backup-doctrine.md
|
||
|
||
10-inventory/
|
||
hosts/<role>-<scope>-<id>/
|
||
README.md
|
||
hardware.md
|
||
os.md
|
||
networks/
|
||
services/
|
||
|
||
20-identity/
|
||
roles/
|
||
policies/
|
||
keys/
|
||
public/ # PUBLIC KEYS ONLY
|
||
leases/ # device + role leases (time-bound)
|
||
|
||
30-infra/
|
||
terraform/ # or other IaC
|
||
config/ # ansible/salt/etc
|
||
k8s/ # only if used
|
||
|
||
40-apps/
|
||
<app-name>/
|
||
|
||
50-runbooks/
|
||
00-panic-day/
|
||
10-provision/
|
||
20-incident/
|
||
90-decom/
|
||
|
||
60-backups/
|
||
manifests/ # what is backed up, where, how
|
||
restore-tests/ # proof that restores work
|
||
|
||
70-audits/
|
||
checklists/
|
||
reports/
|
||
|
||
80-automation/
|
||
scripts/
|
||
containers/
|
||
|
||
90-scratch/ # gitignored, disposable
|
||
|
||
vault/ # ENCRYPTED-ONLY (age/sops); no plaintext, ever
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
---
|
||
|
||
## 🔐 The Vault Rule (Non-Negotiable)
|
||
|
||
The `vault/` directory:
|
||
|
||
* contains **encrypted artifacts only**
|
||
* is encrypted **before** commit (age, sops, gpg, etc.)
|
||
* never contains plaintext secrets, even briefly
|
||
* never contains private keys in the clear
|
||
|
||
**Git only ever sees ciphertext and public keys.**
|
||
|
||
If it can’t be safely leaked, it doesn’t belong in Git.
|
||
|
||
---
|
||
|
||
## 🔑 Key Handling Law
|
||
|
||
* **Public keys** → allowed in `ops/`
|
||
* **Private keys** → never committed
|
||
* **Secrets** → encrypted artifacts only
|
||
* **Live credentials** → injected at runtime, not stored
|
||
|
||
If a secret is needed:
|
||
|
||
1. Encrypt it
|
||
2. Store the encrypted form
|
||
3. Document how it is injected
|
||
4. Prove it can be rotated
|
||
|
||
---
|
||
|
||
## 📘 Runbooks Are Executable Documents
|
||
|
||
A runbook is not prose.
|
||
A runbook is a **repeatable action plan**.
|
||
|
||
Every runbook **must** include:
|
||
|
||
* Preconditions
|
||
* Exact commands or steps
|
||
* Expected outcomes
|
||
* **Restore validation**
|
||
|
||
* “How do I know this worked?”
|
||
* “What proof do I record?”
|
||
|
||
If a runbook cannot be executed under pressure, it is incomplete.
|
||
|
||
---
|
||
|
||
## 🧠 `ops/` as Source of Truth
|
||
|
||
The following rules apply:
|
||
|
||
* `ops/` is **reproducible**
|
||
* `ops/` is **reviewable**
|
||
* `ops/` is **rebuildable from zero**
|
||
* No manual clicks without documentation
|
||
* No undocumented state
|
||
|
||
If reality and `ops/` disagree, **reality is wrong**.
|
||
|
||
Fix reality.
|
||
|
||
---
|
||
|
||
## ❄️ What Does *Not* Live in `ops/`
|
||
|
||
The following belong in **cold storage**, not this repo:
|
||
|
||
* Personal media
|
||
* Philosophy, books, audio
|
||
* Irreplaceable creative work
|
||
* Long-term archives
|
||
* Sentimental or meaning-bearing material
|
||
|
||
Rule of thumb:
|
||
|
||
> If losing it would hurt emotionally, it does not belong in `ops/`.
|
||
|
||
---
|
||
|
||
## 🧪 The Ultimate Test
|
||
|
||
Every part of `ops/` must pass this question:
|
||
|
||
> “If this repo is the only thing I have left, can I rebuild calmly?”
|
||
|
||
If not:
|
||
|
||
* reduce scope
|
||
* split responsibility
|
||
* add validation
|
||
* or remove it
|
||
|
||
---
|
||
|
||
## Final Framing
|
||
|
||
This structure does one thing exceptionally well:
|
||
|
||
**It turns operations into something you are not afraid to touch.**
|
||
|
||
That’s the whole point.
|
||
|
||
If you want next, we can:
|
||
|
||
* Generate a **starter `README.md`** verbatim
|
||
* Write a **panic-day runbook template**
|
||
* Define a **key lifecycle + rotation policy** to live under `20-identity/`
|
||
|
||
Say the next move.
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Determining next steps**
|
||
|
||
The user shared content and asked for the next move after previously requesting a folder structure for operations. I see they might want a README.md, a panic-day template, and a key lifecycle policy. Given the environment context, we can modify files without seeking approval, but the user's request is somewhat ambiguous. I could propose creating an `ops/` directory and adding the files, but they didn't explicitly ask for implementation, just guidance on the next step.
|
||
|
||
**Proposing implementation steps**
|
||
|
||
The previous prompt about proposing a folder structure indicates that the user could actually want implementation. They mentioned content that suggests the creation of `ops/README.md`. I think the next steps might be to create the `ops/` directory if it doesn’t exist, add the `README.md` with the necessary structure, and include runbook templates and a key lifecycle policy document. I should check for AGENTS.md in the repository since we might need to modify files. I’ll use shell commands to explore the repository.**Proposing implementation steps**
|
||
|
||
The previous prompt about proposing a folder structure indicates that the user could actually want implementation. They mentioned content that suggests the creation of `ops/README.md`. I think the next steps might be to create the `ops/` directory if it doesn’t exist, add the `README.md` with the necessary structure, and include runbook templates and a key lifecycle policy document. I should check for AGENTS.md in the repository since we might need to modify files. I’ll use shell commands to explore the repository.
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: List /Users/sovereign/work-core**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
```sh
|
||
total 0
|
||
drwxr-xr-x 2 sovereign staff 64 Dec 17 14:31 .
|
||
drwxr-x---+ 19 sovereign staff 608 Dec 17 14:31 ..
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Planning directory structure**
|
||
|
||
I'm thinking we can start by creating an `ops/` directory in version control. I want to include a README, template runbooks, and some `.gitignore` rules. Optionally, I could add a `Makefile` or scripts to keep commands consistent.
|
||
Then, I need to initialize git, but I won't run any network commands yet since the directory is empty. My plan includes various documents regarding the operator charter, equipment identity, and backups. Let's proceed!
|
||
|
||
**Organizing additional templates**
|
||
|
||
I want to keep things minimal, so I’m thinking of providing a template file named `lease.template.yml` and some instructions. I’ll have a README in `ops/20-identity/keys/public/` for storing public keys. In `ops/30-infra/`, I can create directory placeholders with README files since I can't know the exact tools yet. I’ll draft templates for runbooks and backups, include placeholders for automation scripts, and ensure that sensitive information isn't stored as plaintext in the vault. Lastly, I need to handle the `.gitignore` for the `90-scratch` directory, possibly including a rule to ignore its contents.
|
||
|
||
**Establishing gitignore best practices**
|
||
|
||
I need to think through how to manage the `.gitignore` for the `90-scratch` directory. If I ignore the root, I won't be able to keep it empty even with a `.gitkeep`; however, I can create patterns in the root `.gitignore` to ignore everything inside `90-scratch`, except for the `.gitkeep`.
|
||
|
||
Then, for the vault directory, I want to keep it committed without plaintext secrets. I’ll set up a `.gitignore` in `vault/` to deny everything except specified encrypted files and `README.md`, ensuring we maintain security.
|
||
|
||
**Managing file commits wisely**
|
||
|
||
I’m considering how to handle the `*.age` files: they shouldn’t be ignored since they need to be committed. I could ignore everything first and then unignore specific files like `.sops.yaml`, which might not contain secrets but are still important. Creating a pre-commit hook to block plaintext might be more complex.
|
||
|
||
Regarding the repo structure, the user might want the `ops/` directory as the root instead of it being nested. So, I should clarify if they want `work-core` as the repository or make `ops/` the single source of truth.
|
||
|
||
**Proposing folder structure**
|
||
|
||
I'm considering how to set up the folder structure for operations. I plan to add `.gitkeep` and specific `.gitignore` patterns to avoid accidentally ignoring important files like `README.md` in the `90-scratch` directory. For the vault, I want to ensure no plaintext secrets are committed, possibly by implementing encryption with `sops`.
|
||
|
||
The user’s request suggests they might want the structure at the repository root instead of nested inside `ops/`. So, it seems best to create directories like `00-doctrine/` and `10-inventory/` directly at the root level to maintain a single source of truth.
|
||
|
||
**Creating the ops folder structure**
|
||
|
||
I’m thinking about how to set up the `ops/` directory and its structure. It seems best to create `README.md` at the root level to keep things clean. Since the user's documentation implies that the repository root might be `ops`, I can implement the structure directly under `work-core` and reference it as the "ops" repository within the README.
|
||
|
||
To keep it straightforward, I’ll create the `ops/` folder with the necessary subdirectories and include a `.gitignore` and `.gitattributes`, all tailored to reducing any risk of mismatch. After creating everything, I’ll summarize the next steps to maintain clarity.**Organizing additional templates**
|
||
|
||
I want to keep things minimal, so I’m thinking of providing a template file named `lease.template.yml` and some instructions. I’ll have a README in `ops/20-identity/keys/public/` for storing public keys. In `ops/30-infra/`, I can create directory placeholders with README files since I can't know the exact tools yet. I’ll draft templates for runbooks and backups, include placeholders for automation scripts, and ensure that sensitive information isn't stored as plaintext in the vault. Lastly, I need to handle the `.gitignore` for the `90-scratch` directory, possibly including a rule to ignore its contents.**Establishing gitignore best practices**
|
||
|
||
I need to think through how to manage the `.gitignore` for the `90-scratch` directory. If I ignore the root, I won't be able to keep it empty even with a `.gitkeep`; however, I can create patterns in the root `.gitignore` to ignore everything inside `90-scratch`, except for the `.gitkeep`.
|
||
|
||
Then, for the vault directory, I want to keep it committed without plaintext secrets. I’ll set up a `.gitignore` in `vault/` to deny everything except specified encrypted files and `README.md`, ensuring we maintain security.**Managing file commits wisely**
|
||
|
||
I’m considering how to handle the `*.age` files: they shouldn’t be ignored since they need to be committed. I could ignore everything first and then unignore specific files like `.sops.yaml`, which might not contain secrets but are still important. Creating a pre-commit hook to block plaintext might be more complex.
|
||
|
||
Regarding the repo structure, the user might want the `ops/` directory as the root instead of it being nested. So, I should clarify if they want `work-core` as the repository or make `ops/` the single source of truth.**Proposing folder structure**
|
||
|
||
I'm considering how to set up the folder structure for operations. I plan to add `.gitkeep` and specific `.gitignore` patterns to avoid accidentally ignoring important files like `README.md` in the `90-scratch` directory. For the vault, I want to ensure no plaintext secrets are committed, possibly by implementing encryption with `sops`.
|
||
|
||
The user’s request suggests they might want the structure at the repository root instead of nested inside `ops/`. So, it seems best to create directories like `00-doctrine/` and `10-inventory/` directly at the root level to maintain a single source of truth.**Creating the ops folder structure**
|
||
|
||
I’m thinking about how to set up the `ops/` directory and its structure. It seems best to create `README.md` at the root level to keep things clean. Since the user's documentation implies that the repository root might be `ops`, I can implement the structure directly under `work-core` and reference it as the "ops" repository within the README.
|
||
|
||
To keep it straightforward, I’ll create the `ops/` folder with the necessary subdirectories and include a `.gitignore` and `.gitattributes`, all tailored to reducing any risk of mismatch. After creating everything, I’ll summarize the next steps to maintain clarity.
|
||
|
||
**Scaffolding directory tree**
|
||
|
||
I’m in step 1, focusing on scaffolding the directory tree. The plan is to create directories and add placeholder README files, using apply_patch to streamline the process. For this step, I’ll make sure to add minimal files to avoid exceeding patch size.
|
||
|
||
I think it’s fine to create empty directories or .keep files for step 1. The README for `ops/` can be added in step 2. So, I’ll aim for a clean structure with clear steps.
|
||
|
||
**Implementing the patch plan**
|
||
|
||
I'm thinking we can create everything in one patch, marking step 1 as completed and step 2 as in progress. I need to stick to the plan's status rules, which means I shouldn't jump from pending to completed. It's okay to complete step 1 and start step 2 in the same update plan call.
|
||
|
||
For step 1, I'm focusing on creating directories and empty placeholders, maybe using `.gitkeep`. Step 2 would then be about adding content like the README files. I’ll adjust my approach to keep it clear and organized.
|
||
|
||
**Structuring directories with README files**
|
||
|
||
I’m reconsidering my approach and thinking it might be more helpful to create `README.md` placeholders in each directory. While that's more than just scaffolding, we can keep the content minimal, maybe just something like "This directory contains...". It's okay to have that content, even if it's basic!
|
||
|
||
I'll make sure to update the plan correctly, marking step 1 as completed after scaffolding, with step 2 in progress. I'll define the directory structure and add those placeholders in each one.
|
||
|
||
**Creating a streamlined directory structure**
|
||
|
||
I’m realizing the user might prefer everything to be simple and manageable, minimizing the number of files. For the skeleton of our project, we can just create the directories and keep a README in the top level along with templates. Since empty directories are invisible in git, we’ll need to include `.gitkeep` files to maintain their visibility.
|
||
|
||
For step 1, I'll add `.gitkeep` files in the necessary directories. We can revisit adding README files in the future, but for now, I’ll proceed with creating the patch with `.gitkeep` in each directory.**Implementing the patch plan**
|
||
|
||
I'm thinking we can create everything in one patch, marking step 1 as completed and step 2 as in progress. I need to stick to the plan's status rules, which means I shouldn't jump from pending to completed. It's okay to complete step 1 and start step 2 in the same update plan call.
|
||
|
||
For step 1, I'm focusing on creating directories and empty placeholders, maybe using `.gitkeep`. Step 2 would then be about adding content like the README files. I’ll adjust my approach to keep it clear and organized.**Structuring directories with README files**
|
||
|
||
I’m reconsidering my approach and thinking it might be more helpful to create `README.md` placeholders in each directory. While that's more than just scaffolding, we can keep the content minimal, maybe just something like "This directory contains...". It's okay to have that content, even if it's basic!
|
||
|
||
I'll make sure to update the plan correctly, marking step 1 as completed after scaffolding, with step 2 in progress. I'll define the directory structure and add those placeholders in each one.**Creating a streamlined directory structure**
|
||
|
||
I’m realizing the user might prefer everything to be simple and manageable, minimizing the number of files. For the skeleton of our project, we can just create the directories and keep a README in the top level along with templates. Since empty directories are invisible in git, we’ll need to include `.gitkeep` files to maintain their visibility.
|
||
|
||
For step 1, I'll add `.gitkeep` files in the necessary directories. We can revisit adding README files in the future, but for now, I’ll proceed with creating the patch with `.gitkeep` in each directory.
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Edit /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/80-automation/containers/.gitkeep, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/10-inventory/networks/.gitkeep, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/30-infra/k8s/.gitkeep, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/70-audits/reports/.gitkeep, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/40-apps/.gitkeep, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/10-inventory/hosts/.gitkeep, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/50-runbooks/90-decom/.gitkeep, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/70-audits/checklists/.gitkeep, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/50-runbooks/10-provision/.gitkeep, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/20-identity/leases/.gitkeep, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/10-inventory/services/.gitkeep, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/20-identity/policies/.gitkeep, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/20-identity/keys/public/.gitkeep, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/50-runbooks/00-panic-day/.gitkeep, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/00-doctrine/.gitkeep, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/90-scratch/.gitkeep, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/50-runbooks/20-incident/.gitkeep, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/60-backups/restore-tests/.gitkeep, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/20-identity/roles/.gitkeep, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/vault/.gitkeep, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/20-identity/templates/.gitkeep, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/60-backups/manifests/.gitkeep, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/30-infra/terraform/.gitkeep, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/30-infra/config/.gitkeep, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/80-automation/scripts/.gitkeep**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/80-automation/containers/.gitkeep
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/10-inventory/networks/.gitkeep
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/30-infra/k8s/.gitkeep
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/70-audits/reports/.gitkeep
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/40-apps/.gitkeep
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/10-inventory/hosts/.gitkeep
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/50-runbooks/90-decom/.gitkeep
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/70-audits/checklists/.gitkeep
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/50-runbooks/10-provision/.gitkeep
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/20-identity/leases/.gitkeep
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/10-inventory/services/.gitkeep
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/20-identity/policies/.gitkeep
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/20-identity/keys/public/.gitkeep
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
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Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/50-runbooks/00-panic-day/.gitkeep
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```
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```
|
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Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/00-doctrine/.gitkeep
|
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```
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```
|
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|
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Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/90-scratch/.gitkeep
|
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```
|
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|
||
```
|
||
|
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|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/50-runbooks/20-incident/.gitkeep
|
||
```
|
||
|
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|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/60-backups/restore-tests/.gitkeep
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/20-identity/roles/.gitkeep
|
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```
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
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Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/vault/.gitkeep
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/20-identity/templates/.gitkeep
|
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```
|
||
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|
||
```
|
||
|
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|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/60-backups/manifests/.gitkeep
|
||
```
|
||
|
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|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/30-infra/terraform/.gitkeep
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/30-infra/config/.gitkeep
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/80-automation/scripts/.gitkeep
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Updating my plan**
|
||
|
||
I've completed the first step of my scaffolding, so now it's time to mark that as done. I need to transition into step two, which is currently in progress. Keeping track of these phases is essential for staying organized and making sure I’m on the right path. I wonder what challenges I might encounter in step two and how I can prepare for them! Overall, I’m feeling good about this process!
|
||
|
||
**Creating documentation files**
|
||
|
||
I’m focusing on adding important documentation by creating a README file in the `ops/` directory with a clear description of the repository. I’ll also include the Operator Charter summary and links to relevant documents. For the doctrine docs, I’m planning to create several pages, like `personal-operating-doctrine.md` and plus some others for important topics. I see they used emojis in their text, but I think keeping it professional without them might be best. However, I’ll ensure the tone remains friendly.
|
||
|
||
**Crafting the README structure**
|
||
|
||
I’m working on creating a structured `README.md` for the ops repository. It should outline the purpose, core non-negotiables like the critical action authority and secret handling, and provide a clear folder layout. I'll also include a section on how to use the repo—like initializing and creating inventory entries, along with a quick link to the operator charter. A "Rules of engagement" section seems essential too. I’ll aim to keep everything organized, with emphasis on a single source of truth.
|
||
|
||
**Developing doctrine documentation**
|
||
|
||
I'm focusing on creating key doctrine documents now. For `operator-charter.md`, I'll include a one-page charter with the heading, version, and the twelve laws as the user provided. For `personal-operating-doctrine.md`, it’ll be a full version, expanding on key sections with some formatting. Then, `identity-law.md` will dive into roles, leases, and key handling, offering clear definitions and templates. Lastly, I'll prepare `backup-doctrine.md` to detail the backup rules, including encryption and scheduling. Also, I’m considering adding a README for the inventory section.
|
||
|
||
**Creating additional documentation**
|
||
|
||
I’m considering adding some additional documentation, but I want to keep things minimal. I think creating an `ops/00-doctrine/README.md` that lists all the docs could be useful. I’ll proceed with that and use the apply_patch Add File method to create the necessary files. Also, I’m thinking it might be fine to remove `.gitkeep`, though it’s not essential. Let's work on crafting that patch to finalize everything!**Crafting the README structure**
|
||
|
||
I’m working on creating a structured `README.md` for the ops repository. It should outline the purpose, core non-negotiables like the critical action authority and secret handling, and provide a clear folder layout. I'll also include a section on how to use the repo—like initializing and creating inventory entries, along with a quick link to the operator charter. A "Rules of engagement" section seems essential too. I’ll aim to keep everything organized, with emphasis on a single source of truth.**Developing doctrine documentation**
|
||
|
||
I'm focusing on creating key doctrine documents now. For `operator-charter.md`, I'll include a one-page charter with the heading, version, and the twelve laws as the user provided. For `personal-operating-doctrine.md`, it’ll be a full version, expanding on key sections with some formatting. Then, `identity-law.md` will dive into roles, leases, and key handling, offering clear definitions and templates. Lastly, I'll prepare `backup-doctrine.md` to detail the backup rules, including encryption and scheduling. Also, I’m considering adding a README for the inventory section.**Creating additional documentation**
|
||
|
||
I’m considering adding some additional documentation, but I want to keep things minimal. I think creating an `ops/00-doctrine/README.md` that lists all the docs could be useful. I’ll proceed with that and use the apply_patch Add File method to create the necessary files. Also, I’m thinking it might be fine to remove `.gitkeep`, though it’s not essential. Let's work on crafting that patch to finalize everything!
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Edit /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/00-doctrine/README.md, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/00-doctrine/personal-operating-doctrine.md, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/README.md, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/00-doctrine/operator-charter.md, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/00-doctrine/backup-doctrine.md, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/00-doctrine/identity-law.md**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/00-doctrine/README.md
|
||
```
|
||
# Doctrine
|
||
|
||
This directory defines the non-negotiable rules of operation.
|
||
|
||
- `operator-charter.md` is the one-page version you keep visible.
|
||
- `personal-operating-doctrine.md` is the full doctrine that everything derives from.
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/00-doctrine/personal-operating-doctrine.md
|
||
```
|
||
# Personal Operating Doctrine — Operator Edition
|
||
|
||
*(v1.0)*
|
||
|
||
## 1. Prime Directive
|
||
|
||
I do not optimize for convenience. I optimize for **clarity, recoverability, and sovereignty**.
|
||
|
||
If a system cannot be understood, rebuilt, or revoked, it does not belong.
|
||
|
||
## 2. The Core
|
||
|
||
There exists **one core** from which all authority flows:
|
||
|
||
- `op-core-vm` is the origin of action.
|
||
- It is disposable, but authoritative.
|
||
- Nothing touches critical infrastructure unless it originates here.
|
||
|
||
The host machine is a **console**, not a source of trust. The phone is a **witness**, not a workstation.
|
||
|
||
## 3. Identity Law
|
||
|
||
Identity is finite.
|
||
|
||
- I operate through **roles**, not personalities.
|
||
- Each role has minimal scope and clear purpose.
|
||
- Devices hold **leases**, never permanent identity.
|
||
|
||
Anything that cannot be cleanly revoked is a liability.
|
||
|
||
## 4. Naming Is Reality
|
||
|
||
If I cannot name it correctly, I do not understand it.
|
||
|
||
All systems are named by:
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
<role>-<scope>-<id>
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
No myth names. No vibes. No ambiguity.
|
||
|
||
Renaming precedes deletion. Deletion follows clarity.
|
||
|
||
## 5. Infrastructure Is Cattle
|
||
|
||
No machine is sacred.
|
||
|
||
- All nodes are replaceable.
|
||
- Rebuilds are expected.
|
||
- Loss is boring, not catastrophic.
|
||
|
||
Sentiment is reserved for people and meaning — never machines.
|
||
|
||
## 6. Separation of Concerns
|
||
|
||
Meaning and infrastructure do not mix.
|
||
|
||
- Knowledge, media, philosophy → cold storage.
|
||
- Keys, infra, authority → clean core.
|
||
|
||
What matters must be portable. What operates must be disposable.
|
||
|
||
## 7. Backup Doctrine
|
||
|
||
Backups exist to enable **calm recovery**, not comfort.
|
||
|
||
- All backups are encrypted **before** leaving the system.
|
||
- Cloud storage is a **vault**, never a brain.
|
||
- No live sync for core systems.
|
||
|
||
If a backup cannot be lost safely, it is incorrectly scoped.
|
||
|
||
## 8. The Nuke Test
|
||
|
||
Any system must pass this test:
|
||
|
||
> “If this disappears today, can I rebuild without panic?”
|
||
|
||
If the answer is no: reduce scope, split responsibility, document recovery, or remove it entirely.
|
||
|
||
## 9. Tool Minimalism
|
||
|
||
Every tool must earn its place.
|
||
|
||
- Fewer tools, deeper mastery.
|
||
- No duplicates without reason.
|
||
- No installs without intent.
|
||
|
||
Bloat is deferred failure.
|
||
|
||
## 10. Drift Control
|
||
|
||
Entropy is inevitable. Drift is optional.
|
||
|
||
I perform regular identity audits, device reviews, naming corrections, and deletion passes.
|
||
|
||
Maintenance is a form of freedom.
|
||
|
||
## 11. Authority Boundary
|
||
|
||
Critical actions happen only from `op-core-vm`, with intent, awareness, and traceability.
|
||
|
||
No “just this once”. No shortcuts.
|
||
|
||
## 12. Final Rule
|
||
|
||
I build systems I am **not afraid to touch**.
|
||
|
||
If fear appears, I stop — not to hesitate, but to **restore clarity**.
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/README.md
|
||
```
|
||
# ops
|
||
|
||
Single source of operational truth: everything here must be understandable, rebuildable, and revocable.
|
||
|
||
## Non-negotiables
|
||
|
||
- **Authority boundary:** critical actions originate from `op-core-vm`.
|
||
- **No plaintext secrets in Git:** `vault/` contains encrypted artifacts only; `20-identity/keys/public/` is public keys only.
|
||
- **Naming is reality:** everything is named `<role>-<scope>-<id>`.
|
||
- **Nuke test:** if losing it causes panic, reduce scope or remove it.
|
||
|
||
## Read first
|
||
|
||
- `00-doctrine/operator-charter.md`
|
||
- `00-doctrine/personal-operating-doctrine.md`
|
||
|
||
## Layout
|
||
|
||
- `00-doctrine/` – the law (stable, rarely changed)
|
||
- `10-inventory/` – what exists (hosts, networks, services)
|
||
- `20-identity/` – roles, policies, leases, public keys
|
||
- `30-infra/` – infrastructure as code + config management
|
||
- `40-apps/` – application-specific ops (deploy, config, lifecycle)
|
||
- `50-runbooks/` – executable procedures (panic day, provision, incident, decom)
|
||
- `60-backups/` – backup manifests + restore proofs
|
||
- `70-audits/` – checklists + reports
|
||
- `80-automation/` – scripts and containers that make the above repeatable
|
||
- `90-scratch/` – disposable working area (not source of truth)
|
||
- `vault/` – encrypted-only artifacts (safe to leak without keys)
|
||
|
||
## What does not belong here
|
||
|
||
Meaning-bearing material (books, media, personal archives) stays in cold storage, not `ops/`.
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/00-doctrine/operator-charter.md
|
||
```
|
||
# The Operator Charter (One Page)
|
||
|
||
*(v1.0)*
|
||
|
||
## I. Prime Directive
|
||
|
||
I do not optimize for convenience. I optimize for **clarity, recoverability, and sovereignty**.
|
||
|
||
If a system cannot be understood, rebuilt, or revoked, it does not belong.
|
||
|
||
## II. The Core
|
||
|
||
There is **one core of authority**.
|
||
|
||
- `op-core-vm` is the origin of action.
|
||
- It is disposable, but authoritative.
|
||
- No critical action occurs outside it.
|
||
|
||
The host is a console. The phone is a witness.
|
||
|
||
## III. Identity Law
|
||
|
||
Identity is finite.
|
||
|
||
- Roles over personalities.
|
||
- Least privilege, always.
|
||
- Devices receive leases, never permanence.
|
||
|
||
Anything that cannot be revoked cleanly is a liability.
|
||
|
||
## IV. Naming Is Reality
|
||
|
||
If it cannot be named correctly, it is not understood.
|
||
|
||
Format:
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
<role>-<scope>-<id>
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
No myth names. No ambiguity. Renaming precedes deletion.
|
||
|
||
## V. Infrastructure Doctrine
|
||
|
||
Infrastructure is **cattle, not pets**.
|
||
|
||
- Nodes are replaceable.
|
||
- Loss is expected.
|
||
- Rebuilds are boring.
|
||
|
||
Sentiment is reserved for people, not machines.
|
||
|
||
## VI. Separation of Meaning
|
||
|
||
Meaning and infrastructure never mix.
|
||
|
||
- Knowledge, media, philosophy → cold storage.
|
||
- Keys, infra, authority → clean core.
|
||
|
||
What matters must be portable. What operates must be disposable.
|
||
|
||
## VII. Backup Rule
|
||
|
||
Backups exist for **calm recovery**, not comfort.
|
||
|
||
- Encrypt before upload.
|
||
- Cloud storage is a vault, never a brain.
|
||
- No live sync for the core.
|
||
|
||
If losing a backup causes panic, it is wrongly scoped.
|
||
|
||
## VIII. The Nuke Test
|
||
|
||
Every system must answer:
|
||
|
||
> “If this disappears today, can I rebuild without panic?”
|
||
|
||
If not: reduce scope, split responsibility, document recovery, or remove it.
|
||
|
||
## IX. Tool Discipline
|
||
|
||
Every tool must earn its place.
|
||
|
||
- Fewer tools, deeper mastery.
|
||
- No duplicates without reason.
|
||
- No installs without intent.
|
||
|
||
Bloat is deferred failure.
|
||
|
||
## X. Drift Control
|
||
|
||
Entropy is natural. Drift is optional.
|
||
|
||
Regularly: audit identities, review devices, correct names, delete without regret.
|
||
|
||
Maintenance is freedom.
|
||
|
||
## XI. Authority Boundary
|
||
|
||
Critical actions occur only:
|
||
|
||
- from the core
|
||
- with intent
|
||
- with traceability
|
||
|
||
No shortcuts. No “just this once”.
|
||
|
||
## XII. Final Law
|
||
|
||
I build systems I am **not afraid to touch**.
|
||
|
||
If fear appears, I stop — not to hesitate, but to **restore clarity**.
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/00-doctrine/backup-doctrine.md
|
||
```
|
||
# Backup Doctrine
|
||
|
||
## Principles
|
||
|
||
- Backups exist for **calm recovery**, not comfort.
|
||
- Encrypt backups **before** they leave the system.
|
||
- A backup that cannot be safely lost is incorrectly scoped.
|
||
- Restores are verified: a backup without a restore test is a hope, not a backup.
|
||
|
||
## In-repo boundaries
|
||
|
||
- What is backed up, where it is stored, and how it is restored is recorded in `60-backups/manifests/`.
|
||
- Proof that restores work (restore drills, checksums, validation notes) lives in `60-backups/restore-tests/`.
|
||
|
||
## Minimum standard
|
||
|
||
For each backup set, record:
|
||
|
||
- Source (what)
|
||
- Destination (where)
|
||
- Method (how)
|
||
- Frequency (when)
|
||
- Restore procedure (how to get it back)
|
||
- Validation (how you know it worked)
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/00-doctrine/identity-law.md
|
||
```
|
||
# Identity Law
|
||
|
||
## Principles
|
||
|
||
- Operate via **roles**, not personalities.
|
||
- Issue access as **leases** (time-bound, revocable), not permanence.
|
||
- Prefer **short-lived credentials** over long-lived secrets.
|
||
- Public keys are safe to store; private keys are not.
|
||
|
||
## In-repo boundaries
|
||
|
||
- Role definitions live in `20-identity/roles/`.
|
||
- Policies and intent live in `20-identity/policies/`.
|
||
- Leases (who/what has access, until when) live in `20-identity/leases/`.
|
||
- Public keys live in `20-identity/keys/public/`.
|
||
- Private keys and plaintext secrets never live in this repo.
|
||
|
||
## Required properties (revocation)
|
||
|
||
Every identity mechanism must support:
|
||
|
||
1. **Revoke**: shut it off quickly.
|
||
2. **Rotate**: replace it predictably.
|
||
3. **Prove**: show what changed and when.
|
||
|
||
If any of the above is not true, the mechanism does not belong in the core.
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Updating the plan**
|
||
|
||
I've marked Step 2 as completed. Now, I need to shift my focus to Step 3 and keep that in progress. It's important to stay organized and track my progress effectively! I want to ensure everything is clearly marked and that I don't lose track of what comes next. Checking things off and moving ahead helps me feel accomplished! Let’s keep this momentum going!
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Edit /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/50-runbooks/README.md, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/70-audits/checklists/README.md, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/50-runbooks/10-provision/README.md, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/70-audits/checklists/quarterly.md, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/70-audits/reports/README.md, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/50-runbooks/00-panic-day/README.md, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/50-runbooks/90-decom/README.md, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/70-audits/checklists/weekly.md, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/70-audits/README.md, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/50-runbooks/_template.md, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/50-runbooks/20-incident/README.md**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/50-runbooks/README.md
|
||
```
|
||
# Runbooks
|
||
|
||
Runbooks are executable documents: written to be followed under pressure.
|
||
|
||
Minimum required sections:
|
||
|
||
- Purpose
|
||
- Preconditions
|
||
- Steps (exact commands)
|
||
- Validation (how you know it worked)
|
||
- Rollback / abort criteria
|
||
- Evidence (what to record)
|
||
|
||
Use `ops/50-runbooks/_template.md` for new runbooks.
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/70-audits/checklists/README.md
|
||
```
|
||
# Checklists
|
||
|
||
Use these to perform regular drift control.
|
||
|
||
When you run a checklist, file the result under `70-audits/reports/` with:
|
||
|
||
- date/time
|
||
- operator role used
|
||
- what changed
|
||
- what was revoked/rotated
|
||
- any failures and follow-ups
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/50-runbooks/10-provision/README.md
|
||
```
|
||
# Provision
|
||
|
||
Create and bootstrap new nodes/services in a repeatable way.
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/70-audits/checklists/quarterly.md
|
||
```
|
||
# Quarterly Drift Control
|
||
|
||
## Identity
|
||
|
||
- Rotate high-value credentials and invalidate old material.
|
||
- Re-evaluate role scopes; remove privileges that became “default”.
|
||
|
||
## Backup reality check
|
||
|
||
- Perform a full restore drill of at least one critical system.
|
||
- Verify restore validation steps still match reality.
|
||
|
||
## Infra sanity
|
||
|
||
- Identify and remove orphaned resources (accounts, hosts, services).
|
||
- Confirm all critical infrastructure is reproducible from `ops/`.
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
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Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/70-audits/reports/README.md
|
||
```
|
||
# Reports
|
||
|
||
Store audit outcomes and evidence here.
|
||
|
||
Suggested format:
|
||
|
||
- `YYYY-MM-DD-weekly.md`
|
||
- `YYYY-Q#-quarterly.md`
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/50-runbooks/00-panic-day/README.md
|
||
```
|
||
# Panic Day
|
||
|
||
This folder contains rebuild-from-zero drills.
|
||
|
||
Rule: each drill must be runnable with only this repo, cold storage, and the vault keys.
|
||
|
||
Suggested drills:
|
||
|
||
- Rebuild `op-core-vm` from a clean base image.
|
||
- Restore this repo, validate integrity, and re-establish authority boundary.
|
||
- Rotate critical credentials and invalidate all prior device leases.
|
||
- Restore one representative backup set end-to-end and record proof.
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/50-runbooks/90-decom/README.md
|
||
```
|
||
# Decommission
|
||
|
||
Safe teardown, revocation, and evidence capture for retired systems.
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/70-audits/checklists/weekly.md
|
||
```
|
||
# Weekly Drift Control
|
||
|
||
## Identity
|
||
|
||
- Review active leases; revoke anything unused or unclear.
|
||
- Confirm least-privilege matches reality (roles/policies still correct).
|
||
- Confirm no new long-lived credentials exist without rotation plan.
|
||
|
||
## Backups
|
||
|
||
- Verify latest backups completed for all critical sets.
|
||
- Confirm at least one restore proof is recent (per backup cadence).
|
||
|
||
## Inventory / Naming
|
||
|
||
- Confirm new systems/services are inventoried and named `<role>-<scope>-<id>`.
|
||
- Rename unclear entries before deleting anything.
|
||
|
||
## Core boundary
|
||
|
||
- Confirm critical changes still originate only from `op-core-vm`.
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/70-audits/README.md
|
||
```
|
||
# Audits
|
||
|
||
Audits are how drift is prevented.
|
||
|
||
- Checklists live in `70-audits/checklists/`.
|
||
- Evidence and outcomes live in `70-audits/reports/`.
|
||
|
||
If a checklist item cannot be verified, treat it as failed until proven otherwise.
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/50-runbooks/_template.md
|
||
```
|
||
# Runbook: <title>
|
||
|
||
## Purpose
|
||
|
||
What this runbook does and when to use it.
|
||
|
||
## Preconditions
|
||
|
||
- Access/role required:
|
||
- Systems required:
|
||
- Expected safe state:
|
||
- Time estimate:
|
||
|
||
## Steps
|
||
|
||
1.
|
||
2.
|
||
3.
|
||
|
||
## Validation
|
||
|
||
How to prove the procedure succeeded (commands + expected output).
|
||
|
||
## Rollback / Abort
|
||
|
||
What to do if validation fails, and when to stop.
|
||
|
||
## Evidence
|
||
|
||
What you record (timestamps, change IDs, logs, screenshots).
|
||
|
||
## Notes
|
||
|
||
Gotchas, dependencies, links.
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/50-runbooks/20-incident/README.md
|
||
```
|
||
# Incident
|
||
|
||
Containment, diagnosis, recovery, and postmortem procedures.
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Adding guardrails for security**
|
||
|
||
I'm focusing on implementing guardrails for the vault in a codebase. It seems like a good start to add a `.gitignore` file in the ops root to ensure things like `90-scratch` are ignored. I also want to create a `README.md` to outline rules and clarify boundaries for public keys. While I’ll include patterns for secrets, like `*.pem`, I'm cautious not to restrict legitimate files like `.env.example`. I aim to minimize risk of accidentally committing plaintext secrets, knowing that `.gitignore` alone isn't foolproof.
|
||
|
||
**Designing guardrails for the vault**
|
||
|
||
I'm considering a pre-commit hook or using `gitleaks`, though that might be a bit too much. I'd like to include an optional `pre-commit` config, but since it wasn't requested, I'll keep things minimal. Creating a `.gitignore` for `ops/vault` seems like a sensible approach to ignore everything except for encrypted files and README. It's crucial to enforce that only specific file types are included, while allowing the `.sops.yaml` file for configuration, as that can safely contain public keys.
|
||
|
||
**Updating guardrails for scratch files**
|
||
|
||
I'm thinking it's better to create a `README.md` in `ops/90-scratch` to describe its purpose instead of keeping the `.gitkeep`. I'll update the `.gitignore` to ignore everything else but allow this `README.md` and potentially keep the `.gitkeep` as well for good measure. Next, I want to make sure we ignore common sensitive files like `*.pem`, `*.key`, while still allowing public key files, such as `.pub`. For the vault, I'll ignore all files but allow specific encrypted extensions to be retained.
|
||
|
||
**Deciding on vault file handling**
|
||
|
||
This is tricky! I can't just rely on file extensions like `.age` or `.yaml` for determining whether content is encrypted because sops can encrypt files with the same extension. It seems like we should either support `age` or allow sops-encrypted files, but not just based on the extension due to potential conflicts. Maybe we could forgo ignoring the `vault/` directory altogether and instead implement a rule and a pre-commit check. While I still want to add a `.gitignore` for common plaintext patterns, I'll need to think about how we treat all files in `vault/` as encrypted based on extensions.
|
||
|
||
**Structuring vault and scratch directories**
|
||
|
||
They might prefer using sops for YAML files, so I could require `.sops.yaml` for encrypted files, which complicates the `.gitignore`. I’ll consider setting up a vault directory layout with `ciphertext` for committed encrypted files and `plaintext` for git-ignored temporary files. I'll create a `README.md` to clarify that only ciphertext is allowed. For efficiency, I can include per-directory `.gitignore` files to manage what’s tracked in both `vault/tmp/` and `ops/90-scratch`—this will simplify the overall structure and avoid unnecessary complexity with files like `.gitkeep`.**Designing guardrails for the vault**
|
||
|
||
I'm considering a pre-commit hook or using `gitleaks`, though that might be a bit too much. I'd like to include an optional `pre-commit` config, but since it wasn't requested, I'll keep things minimal. Creating a `.gitignore` for `ops/vault` seems like a sensible approach to ignore everything except for encrypted files and README. It's crucial to enforce that only specific file types are included, while allowing the `.sops.yaml` file for configuration, as that can safely contain public keys.**Updating guardrails for scratch files**
|
||
|
||
I'm thinking it's better to create a `README.md` in `ops/90-scratch` to describe its purpose instead of keeping the `.gitkeep`. I'll update the `.gitignore` to ignore everything else but allow this `README.md` and potentially keep the `.gitkeep` as well for good measure. Next, I want to make sure we ignore common sensitive files like `*.pem`, `*.key`, while still allowing public key files, such as `.pub`. For the vault, I'll ignore all files but allow specific encrypted extensions to be retained.**Deciding on vault file handling**
|
||
|
||
This is tricky! I can't just rely on file extensions like `.age` or `.yaml` for determining whether content is encrypted because sops can encrypt files with the same extension. It seems like we should either support `age` or allow sops-encrypted files, but not just based on the extension due to potential conflicts. Maybe we could forgo ignoring the `vault/` directory altogether and instead implement a rule and a pre-commit check. While I still want to add a `.gitignore` for common plaintext patterns, I'll need to think about how we treat all files in `vault/` as encrypted based on extensions.**Structuring vault and scratch directories**
|
||
|
||
They might prefer using sops for YAML files, so I could require `.sops.yaml` for encrypted files, which complicates the `.gitignore`. I’ll consider setting up a vault directory layout with `ciphertext` for committed encrypted files and `plaintext` for git-ignored temporary files. I'll create a `README.md` to clarify that only ciphertext is allowed. For efficiency, I can include per-directory `.gitignore` files to manage what’s tracked in both `vault/tmp/` and `ops/90-scratch`—this will simplify the overall structure and avoid unnecessary complexity with files like `.gitkeep`.
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Search find . -maxdepth 3 -type f**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
```sh
|
||
ops/00-doctrine/.gitkeep
|
||
ops/00-doctrine/README.md
|
||
ops/00-doctrine/backup-doctrine.md
|
||
ops/00-doctrine/identity-law.md
|
||
ops/00-doctrine/operator-charter.md
|
||
ops/00-doctrine/personal-operating-doctrine.md
|
||
ops/40-apps/.gitkeep
|
||
ops/50-runbooks/README.md
|
||
ops/50-runbooks/_template.md
|
||
ops/70-audits/README.md
|
||
ops/90-scratch/.gitkeep
|
||
ops/README.md
|
||
ops/vault/.gitkeep
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Crafting .gitignore**
|
||
|
||
I’m thinking about how to set up a `.gitignore` file for the `ops` directory. It's fine to have a `.gitignore` at the root, but we need to list what to ignore here.
|
||
|
||
I want to include OS files like `.DS_Store`, editor backups, and various credential files. Also, I need to consider SSH private keys, and I’m debating how specific I should be with patterns. Plus, we should ignore `.env` files while allowing `.env.example`, but I have to be cautious about potentially sensitive `.tfvars` files. This is quite a balancing act!
|
||
|
||
**Creating the .gitignore and README**
|
||
|
||
I'm considering what to include in the `.gitignore` for the `ops` directory. Ignoring state files like `terraform.tfstate*`, temporary directories like `.terraform/`, and log files is standard practice. However, I want to keep it safe, so only specific vault temp files should be ignored.
|
||
|
||
I’m also thinking about structuring the root `.gitignore` with essential patterns. Plus, I need to create a `README.md` and a specific `.gitignore` for `ops/vault/tmp/` to clarify its safety. It's all about making sure things are organized and secure!
|
||
|
||
**Handling Sensitive Information**
|
||
|
||
I’m considering where to store sensitive information safely. If something isn’t meant to leak, it clearly doesn’t belong in the wrong place. It’s recommended to use encrypted formats such as `*.age` or SOPS for YAML files. Any plaintext secrets should go into `vault/tmp`, which I’ll ignore in git and ensure it’s wiped after use.
|
||
|
||
Private keys must not be committed; they should be kept in a secure store. I’ll also set up a `.gitignore` and `README.md` for the `90-scratch` directory, detailing that it's for temporary working notes. I must keep track of what’s important while ignoring the rest!
|
||
|
||
**Managing .gitkeep Files**
|
||
|
||
I’m considering the use of `.gitkeep` files in both the `90-scratch` and `vault` directories. For `vault`, we might not need `.gitkeep`, but if we treat it as committed, then having it tracked is fine. Still, I think removing it could help reduce clutter. Instead of `.gitkeep`, I’d prefer to have a `README.md` and `.gitignore` to give those directories more purpose.
|
||
|
||
For other directories, maybe we can keep `.gitkeep` for now, but it's also worth thinking about adding minimal README files in key places like `inventory` and `identity` later on. It could really help clarify their purposes!
|
||
|
||
**Structuring Operations Directories**
|
||
|
||
The user is asking for a proposed structure, and they might want a skeleton set up. I’m thinking we should keep things minimal for now but plan to add details later. This includes creating `README.md` files in various directories such as `ops/20-identity/keys/public`, which will specify that it contains only public keys.
|
||
|
||
I want to include placeholder README files in several top-level directories, which will help make navigation easier and clarify the purpose of each section. It's all part of building a coherent structure, so I’ll implement this patch now!**Creating the .gitignore and README**
|
||
|
||
I'm considering what to include in the `.gitignore` for the `ops` directory. Ignoring state files like `terraform.tfstate*`, temporary directories like `.terraform/`, and log files is standard practice. However, I want to keep it safe, so only specific vault temp files should be ignored.
|
||
|
||
I’m also thinking about structuring the root `.gitignore` with essential patterns. Plus, I need to create a `README.md` and a specific `.gitignore` for `ops/vault/tmp/` to clarify its safety. It's all about making sure things are organized and secure!**Handling Sensitive Information**
|
||
|
||
I’m considering where to store sensitive information safely. If something isn’t meant to leak, it clearly doesn’t belong in the wrong place. It’s recommended to use encrypted formats such as `*.age` or SOPS for YAML files. Any plaintext secrets should go into `vault/tmp`, which I’ll ignore in git and ensure it’s wiped after use.
|
||
|
||
Private keys must not be committed; they should be kept in a secure store. I’ll also set up a `.gitignore` and `README.md` for the `90-scratch` directory, detailing that it's for temporary working notes. I must keep track of what’s important while ignoring the rest!**Managing .gitkeep Files**
|
||
|
||
I’m considering the use of `.gitkeep` files in both the `90-scratch` and `vault` directories. For `vault`, we might not need `.gitkeep`, but if we treat it as committed, then having it tracked is fine. Still, I think removing it could help reduce clutter. Instead of `.gitkeep`, I’d prefer to have a `README.md` and `.gitignore` to give those directories more purpose.
|
||
|
||
For other directories, maybe we can keep `.gitkeep` for now, but it's also worth thinking about adding minimal README files in key places like `inventory` and `identity` later on. It could really help clarify their purposes!**Structuring Operations Directories**
|
||
|
||
The user is asking for a proposed structure, and they might want a skeleton set up. I’m thinking we should keep things minimal for now but plan to add details later. This includes creating `README.md` files in various directories such as `ops/20-identity/keys/public`, which will specify that it contains only public keys.
|
||
|
||
I want to include placeholder README files in several top-level directories, which will help make navigation easier and clarify the purpose of each section. It's all part of building a coherent structure, so I’ll implement this patch now!
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Edit /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/10-inventory/README.md, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/vault/README.md, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/80-automation/README.md, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/20-identity/keys/public/README.md, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/.gitignore, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/40-apps/README.md, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/90-scratch/.gitignore, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/vault/.gitkeep, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/90-scratch/.gitkeep, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/vault/tmp/.gitignore, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/20-identity/README.md, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/30-infra/README.md, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/60-backups/README.md, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/90-scratch/README.md**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/10-inventory/README.md
|
||
```
|
||
# Inventory
|
||
|
||
Inventory is the map of reality.
|
||
|
||
- Hosts live under `10-inventory/hosts/<role>-<scope>-<id>/`.
|
||
- Networks and services are recorded under `10-inventory/networks/` and `10-inventory/services/`.
|
||
|
||
If it exists and matters operationally, it is inventoried and named.
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/vault/README.md
|
||
```
|
||
# Vault (encrypted-only)
|
||
|
||
This directory contains **encrypted artifacts only**.
|
||
|
||
Rules:
|
||
|
||
- Never commit plaintext secrets (even temporarily).
|
||
- Never commit private keys.
|
||
- Treat `vault/` as safe-to-leak ciphertext: if leaking it would break you, it is mis-scoped.
|
||
|
||
Decryption/working material belongs in `vault/tmp/` (gitignored) and should be wiped after use.
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/80-automation/README.md
|
||
```
|
||
# Automation
|
||
|
||
Scripts and containers that make operations repeatable live here.
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/20-identity/keys/public/README.md
|
||
```
|
||
# Public keys only
|
||
|
||
Store public keys here (e.g., `*.pub`).
|
||
|
||
- Name keys to match the role/device: `<role>-<scope>-<id>`.
|
||
- Never commit private keys.
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/.gitignore
|
||
```
|
||
.DS_Store
|
||
*.swp
|
||
*.swo
|
||
*~
|
||
.vscode/
|
||
.idea/
|
||
|
||
# Terraform
|
||
**/.terraform/
|
||
**/*.tfstate
|
||
**/*.tfstate.*
|
||
**/crash.log
|
||
**/crash.*.log
|
||
|
||
# Common secret material (keep out of Git)
|
||
*.pem
|
||
*.key
|
||
*.p12
|
||
*.pfx
|
||
*.jks
|
||
*.kubeconfig
|
||
*.ovpn
|
||
*.mobileconfig
|
||
.env
|
||
.env.*
|
||
!.env.example
|
||
*.tfvars
|
||
*.tfvars.json
|
||
!.tfvars.example
|
||
!.tfvars.json.example
|
||
|
||
# Decrypted scratch areas
|
||
vault/tmp/
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/40-apps/README.md
|
||
```
|
||
# Apps
|
||
|
||
Application-specific operational material (deploy, config, lifecycle) lives here.
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/90-scratch/.gitignore
|
||
```
|
||
*
|
||
!.gitignore
|
||
!README.md
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/vault/.gitkeep
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/90-scratch/.gitkeep
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/vault/tmp/.gitignore
|
||
```
|
||
*
|
||
!.gitignore
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/20-identity/README.md
|
||
```
|
||
# Identity
|
||
|
||
Identity is operated as roles + leases.
|
||
|
||
In this repo:
|
||
|
||
- roles: `20-identity/roles/`
|
||
- policies: `20-identity/policies/`
|
||
- leases (time-bound grants): `20-identity/leases/`
|
||
- public keys only: `20-identity/keys/public/`
|
||
|
||
Private keys and plaintext secrets do not belong here.
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/30-infra/README.md
|
||
```
|
||
# Infrastructure
|
||
|
||
Infrastructure is cattle.
|
||
|
||
Store infrastructure-as-code and configuration management here.
|
||
|
||
Guardrail: keep state and generated artifacts out of Git (e.g., Terraform state).
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/60-backups/README.md
|
||
```
|
||
# Backups
|
||
|
||
- Backup manifests live in `60-backups/manifests/`.
|
||
- Restore proofs live in `60-backups/restore-tests/`.
|
||
|
||
Backups are only real when restores are verified.
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/90-scratch/README.md
|
||
```
|
||
# Scratch
|
||
|
||
Disposable working area.
|
||
|
||
Nothing here is source of truth. Everything here is safe to delete.
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Checking directory structure**
|
||
|
||
I’m on step five now, which involves checking the structure to make sure everything is in order. I think it’s important to verify the directory tree and check if all the files exist and the `.gitignore` is functioning properly. I’ll run a `find` command to show the files, and I need to ensure there aren’t any stray `.gitkeep` files left around. I also want to make sure that `ops/90-scratch/.gitignore` isn’t ignoring important files like README. I'll print the directory tree up to depth four to verify everything is good.
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Search find ops -type f**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
```sh
|
||
ops/.gitignore
|
||
ops/00-doctrine/.gitkeep
|
||
ops/00-doctrine/README.md
|
||
ops/00-doctrine/backup-doctrine.md
|
||
ops/00-doctrine/identity-law.md
|
||
ops/00-doctrine/operator-charter.md
|
||
ops/00-doctrine/personal-operating-doctrine.md
|
||
ops/10-inventory/README.md
|
||
ops/10-inventory/hosts/.gitkeep
|
||
ops/10-inventory/networks/.gitkeep
|
||
ops/10-inventory/services/.gitkeep
|
||
ops/20-identity/README.md
|
||
ops/20-identity/keys/public/.gitkeep
|
||
ops/20-identity/keys/public/README.md
|
||
ops/20-identity/leases/.gitkeep
|
||
ops/20-identity/policies/.gitkeep
|
||
ops/20-identity/roles/.gitkeep
|
||
ops/20-identity/templates/.gitkeep
|
||
ops/30-infra/README.md
|
||
ops/30-infra/config/.gitkeep
|
||
ops/30-infra/k8s/.gitkeep
|
||
ops/30-infra/terraform/.gitkeep
|
||
ops/40-apps/.gitkeep
|
||
ops/40-apps/README.md
|
||
ops/50-runbooks/00-panic-day/.gitkeep
|
||
ops/50-runbooks/00-panic-day/README.md
|
||
ops/50-runbooks/10-provision/.gitkeep
|
||
ops/50-runbooks/10-provision/README.md
|
||
ops/50-runbooks/20-incident/.gitkeep
|
||
ops/50-runbooks/20-incident/README.md
|
||
ops/50-runbooks/90-decom/.gitkeep
|
||
ops/50-runbooks/90-decom/README.md
|
||
ops/50-runbooks/README.md
|
||
ops/50-runbooks/_template.md
|
||
ops/60-backups/README.md
|
||
ops/60-backups/manifests/.gitkeep
|
||
ops/60-backups/restore-tests/.gitkeep
|
||
ops/70-audits/README.md
|
||
ops/70-audits/checklists/.gitkeep
|
||
ops/70-audits/checklists/README.md
|
||
ops/70-audits/checklists/quarterly.md
|
||
ops/70-audits/checklists/weekly.md
|
||
ops/70-audits/reports/.gitkeep
|
||
ops/70-audits/reports/README.md
|
||
ops/80-automation/README.md
|
||
ops/80-automation/containers/.gitkeep
|
||
ops/80-automation/scripts/.gitkeep
|
||
ops/90-scratch/.gitignore
|
||
ops/90-scratch/README.md
|
||
ops/README.md
|
||
ops/vault/README.md
|
||
ops/vault/tmp/.gitignore
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Clarifying .gitignore behavior**
|
||
|
||
If the repository root is `work-core` and `ops` is a subfolder, the `.gitignore` in `ops` will only apply if they treat `ops` as a separate repo. However, I realize that `.gitignore` files work relative to the repository root. This means Git reads `.gitignore` files in subdirectories like `ops/`, and they will apply within those directories. So the rules in `ops/.gitignore` will indeed function properly within the `ops/` directory, and the same applies for subfolders like `ops/90-scratch`. That's good!
|
||
|
||
**Finalizing repo organization**
|
||
|
||
If `ops` is meant to be the repo root and they run Git inside `ops/`, then having the `.gitignore` there is good. I’m thinking about adding a root-level `README.md` to explain the existence of `ops/`, but it's not strictly necessary since the user didn't request it. Our working directory is empty but now has the `ops/` folder. It could be helpful to create a `README.md` in `ops/10-inventory/hosts/_template/`, but it’s not essential. I’ll ensure no trailing whitespace and update plan step 5 to completed.**Finalizing repo organization**
|
||
|
||
If `ops` is meant to be the repo root and they run Git inside `ops/`, then having the `.gitignore` there is good. I’m thinking about adding a root-level `README.md` to explain the existence of `ops/`, but it's not strictly necessary since the user didn't request it. Our working directory is empty but now has the `ops/` folder. It could be helpful to create a `README.md` in `ops/10-inventory/hosts/_template/`, but it’s not essential. I’ll ensure no trailing whitespace and update plan step 5 to completed.
|
||
|
||
**Deciding next steps**
|
||
|
||
I need to figure out if `ops/` is the repository root. If it is, I’ll initiate it with `git init ops` and start working on the `10-inventory/hosts/` and writing the first panic-day runbook. Alternatively, I might create role/lease templates. I should ask the user if they want me to generate those templates and a panic-day runbook stub. I’ll keep the message clear by including file paths, but I may not need line references unless they’re essential.
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
Created a ready-to-use `ops/` skeleton in your workspace:
|
||
|
||
- Canonical doctrine + charter: `ops/00-doctrine/operator-charter.md`, `ops/00-doctrine/personal-operating-doctrine.md`
|
||
- Repo root + layout rules: `ops/README.md`
|
||
- Runbook system + template: `ops/50-runbooks/README.md`, `ops/50-runbooks/_template.md`
|
||
- Drift-control checklists: `ops/70-audits/checklists/weekly.md`, `ops/70-audits/checklists/quarterly.md`
|
||
- Guardrails: `ops/.gitignore`, encrypted-only vault rules + tmp: `ops/vault/README.md`, `ops/vault/tmp/.gitignore`, scratch is disposable: `ops/90-scratch/.gitignore`
|
||
|
||
Next move options: make your first `10-inventory/hosts/<role>-<scope>-<id>/` entry, or I can generate `20-identity/templates/` (role + lease templates) and a first “panic day” runbook stub.
|
||
|
||
## User
|
||
|
||
set it up - https://docs.gitlab.com/cli/ Logged in as vaultsovereign
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Setting up Git repository**
|
||
|
||
I'm considering initializing Git at the "work-core" level, which would create an "ops" subtree along with potential future directories. Since the user asked for the folder structure for operations, it seems the repo should be named "ops." It might be best to set the Git root to "/Users/sovereign/work-core/ops" for a contained structure. Since the user is interested in creating a remote repo via GitLab, I'll be looking into whether they have a project already named "ops" or "op-core." I'll default to "ops."
|
||
|
||
**Creating a GitLab repository**
|
||
|
||
I think I should ask the user if they want a specific name and namespace for the repository. I can also list available groups with `glab repo list`, but since the user is logged in as "vaultsovereign," I can assume they want to create the "ops" repo under that namespace. I plan to create the repo using `glab repo create ops --private --source . --remote origin --push` once I'm in the ops directory, but I might need to initialize Git first. It seems like consulting the documentation could clarify things!
|
||
|
||
**Planning GitLab setup**
|
||
|
||
I think the default branch on GitLab should be set to "main," and I might create an initial commit as well. Our repository has several .gitkeep files, which is fine. I need to create a plan since this is a multi-step task. The steps would include verifying that glab is installed and authenticated, initializing Git, creating the repo, pushing it, and potentially adding GitLab’s recommended settings like a protected branch. I’ll draft a new plan with these steps since the last one is completed.
|
||
|
||
**Checking repository setup**
|
||
|
||
I need to be cautious here since the user mentioned they are logged in as "vaultsovereign," which likely means `glab auth status` will return good results. I’ll run some commands to confirm this. We should also ensure that there are no secrets in the repo, as our skeleton already includes a `vault/` and a `.gitignore` for typical secret formats. While adding pre-commit hooks or setting up Git attributes could be useful, the user didn’t ask for those specifically. I’ll stick to keeping things minimal and focus on creating the repo and pushing it for now.
|
||
|
||
**Preparing GitLab repo setup**
|
||
|
||
I need to confirm that `.gitignore` properly includes `vault/tmp`, which we've added, and also check if the root `.gitignore` reflects this since it's currently in `ops/.gitignore`. Here's the plan:
|
||
|
||
1. Check if glab is available with `glab --version` and verify authentication with `glab auth status`.
|
||
2. Initialize Git in the ops directory with `git init -b main`. I’ll need to check or set the user name and email.
|
||
3. If there's no existing repo, I'll configure the local user name/email with a placeholder if necessary.
|
||
4. Create the GitLab repo using `glab repo create` with appropriate flags, checking SSH or HTTPS preferences along the way.
|
||
5. Review glab documentation for any additional steps or flags needed.
|
||
|
||
Now, I'll proceed with these commands!**Creating a GitLab repository**
|
||
|
||
I think I should ask the user if they want a specific name and namespace for the repository. I can also list available groups with `glab repo list`, but since the user is logged in as "vaultsovereign," I can assume they want to create the "ops" repo under that namespace. I plan to create the repo using `glab repo create ops --private --source . --remote origin --push` once I'm in the ops directory, but I might need to initialize Git first. It seems like consulting the documentation could clarify things!**Planning GitLab setup**
|
||
|
||
I think the default branch on GitLab should be set to "main," and I might create an initial commit as well. Our repository has several .gitkeep files, which is fine. I need to create a plan since this is a multi-step task. The steps would include verifying that glab is installed and authenticated, initializing Git, creating the repo, pushing it, and potentially adding GitLab’s recommended settings like a protected branch. I’ll draft a new plan with these steps since the last one is completed.**Checking repository setup**
|
||
|
||
I need to be cautious here since the user mentioned they are logged in as "vaultsovereign," which likely means `glab auth status` will return good results. I’ll run some commands to confirm this. We should also ensure that there are no secrets in the repo, as our skeleton already includes a `vault/` and a `.gitignore` for typical secret formats. While adding pre-commit hooks or setting up Git attributes could be useful, the user didn’t ask for those specifically. I’ll stick to keeping things minimal and focus on creating the repo and pushing it for now.**Preparing GitLab repo setup**
|
||
|
||
I need to confirm that `.gitignore` properly includes `vault/tmp`, which we've added, and also check if the root `.gitignore` reflects this since it's currently in `ops/.gitignore`. Here's the plan:
|
||
|
||
1. Check if glab is available with `glab --version` and verify authentication with `glab auth status`.
|
||
2. Initialize Git in the ops directory with `git init -b main`. I’ll need to check or set the user name and email.
|
||
3. If there's no existing repo, I'll configure the local user name/email with a placeholder if necessary.
|
||
4. Create the GitLab repo using `glab repo create` with appropriate flags, checking SSH or HTTPS preferences along the way.
|
||
5. Review glab documentation for any additional steps or flags needed.
|
||
|
||
Now, I'll proceed with these commands!
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run glab --version**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
glab 1.79.0 (19f58080)
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run glab auth status**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
gitlab.com
|
||
✓ Logged in to gitlab.com as vaultsovereign (/Users/sovereign/Library/Application Support/glab-cli/config.yml)
|
||
✓ Git operations for gitlab.com configured to use https protocol.
|
||
✓ API calls for gitlab.com are made over https protocol.
|
||
✓ REST API Endpoint: https://gitlab.com/api/v4/
|
||
✓ GraphQL Endpoint: https://gitlab.com/api/graphql/
|
||
✓ Token found: **************************
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run git --version**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
git version 2.39.5 (Apple Git-154)
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run git -C ops status**
|
||
Status: Failed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
fatal: not a git repository (or any of the parent directories): .git
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Moving forward with setup**
|
||
|
||
I've installed and logged into glab as vaultsovereign, using HTTPS. Git is installed, but it seems ops isn't a git repo, which I expected. So my next step is to initialize git in ops. However, I also want to consider if there are any AGENTS instructions, though it appears unnecessary since there are no files. I'll mark step 1 as completed and move on to updating the plan for step 2.
|
||
|
||
**Initializing git repository**
|
||
|
||
I need to set up a git repository in the ops directory, and I'll run `git -C ops init -b main`. Oh, right, I need to check if the ops directory exists, but I remember it does. While doing this, I should ensure the `.gitignore` file includes `vault/tmp`. I’ll also look into whether we should remove `.gitkeep` and maybe create a `LICENSE` file, even though it's not requested. After initializing, I'll check the status and configure user settings, being careful about personal info. Finally, I’ll prepare to set the remote later on.
|
||
|
||
**Creating git repository**
|
||
|
||
I’m considering using glab to create a repository directly from the current directory and potentially push it. However, I'm not entirely sure if it initializes git as well. I think it’s safer to initialize the git repository myself. So, I’ll go ahead and run `git -C ops init -b main` to take charge of the setup. Ensuring I do it correctly feels important, especially when managing the repository!**Creating git repository**
|
||
|
||
I’m considering using glab to create a repository directly from the current directory and potentially push it. However, I'm not entirely sure if it initializes git as well. I think it’s safer to initialize the git repository myself. So, I’ll go ahead and run `git -C ops init -b main` to take charge of the setup. Ensuring I do it correctly feels important, especially when managing the repository!
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run git -C ops init -b main**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
Initialized empty Git repository in /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/.git/
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Committing files**
|
||
|
||
I need to check the git status for the operations. This will help me understand which files are staged, unstaged, or anything that needs my attention before I commit. It's always good practice to look at the status first to avoid missing something important. Once I have that information, I can proceed confidently with committing the files. Let’s get started on this!
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run git -C ops status '--porcelain=v1'**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
?? .gitignore
|
||
?? 00-doctrine/
|
||
?? 10-inventory/
|
||
?? 20-identity/
|
||
?? 30-infra/
|
||
?? 40-apps/
|
||
?? 50-runbooks/
|
||
?? 60-backups/
|
||
?? 70-audits/
|
||
?? 80-automation/
|
||
?? 90-scratch/
|
||
?? README.md
|
||
?? vault/
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Checking git configuration**
|
||
|
||
I need to add and commit changes first. But wait, I should check if the git configuration for user.name and user.email exists. I'll run commands like `git -C ops config user.name` and `git -C ops config user.email` to check locally. If they aren't set, I’ll fall back to the global configuration. Alright, time to run those commands and see what I find!
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run git -C ops config --get user.name**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run git -C ops config --get user.email**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run git config --global --get user.name**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run git config --global --get user.email**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run git -C ops config user.name vaultsovereign, Run git -C ops config user.email vaultsovereign@users.noreply.gitlab.com**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run git -C ops add .**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run git -C ops commit -m 'Initialize ops repository'**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
[main (root-commit) f375d21] Initialize ops repository
|
||
51 files changed, 590 insertions(+)
|
||
create mode 100644 .gitignore
|
||
create mode 100644 00-doctrine/.gitkeep
|
||
create mode 100644 00-doctrine/README.md
|
||
create mode 100644 00-doctrine/backup-doctrine.md
|
||
create mode 100644 00-doctrine/identity-law.md
|
||
create mode 100644 00-doctrine/operator-charter.md
|
||
create mode 100644 00-doctrine/personal-operating-doctrine.md
|
||
create mode 100644 10-inventory/README.md
|
||
create mode 100644 10-inventory/hosts/.gitkeep
|
||
create mode 100644 10-inventory/networks/.gitkeep
|
||
create mode 100644 10-inventory/services/.gitkeep
|
||
create mode 100644 20-identity/README.md
|
||
create mode 100644 20-identity/keys/public/.gitkeep
|
||
create mode 100644 20-identity/keys/public/README.md
|
||
create mode 100644 20-identity/leases/.gitkeep
|
||
create mode 100644 20-identity/policies/.gitkeep
|
||
create mode 100644 20-identity/roles/.gitkeep
|
||
create mode 100644 20-identity/templates/.gitkeep
|
||
create mode 100644 30-infra/README.md
|
||
create mode 100644 30-infra/config/.gitkeep
|
||
create mode 100644 30-infra/k8s/.gitkeep
|
||
create mode 100644 30-infra/terraform/.gitkeep
|
||
create mode 100644 40-apps/.gitkeep
|
||
create mode 100644 40-apps/README.md
|
||
create mode 100644 50-runbooks/00-panic-day/.gitkeep
|
||
create mode 100644 50-runbooks/00-panic-day/README.md
|
||
create mode 100644 50-runbooks/10-provision/.gitkeep
|
||
create mode 100644 50-runbooks/10-provision/README.md
|
||
create mode 100644 50-runbooks/20-incident/.gitkeep
|
||
create mode 100644 50-runbooks/20-incident/README.md
|
||
create mode 100644 50-runbooks/90-decom/.gitkeep
|
||
create mode 100644 50-runbooks/90-decom/README.md
|
||
create mode 100644 50-runbooks/README.md
|
||
create mode 100644 50-runbooks/_template.md
|
||
create mode 100644 60-backups/README.md
|
||
create mode 100644 60-backups/manifests/.gitkeep
|
||
create mode 100644 60-backups/restore-tests/.gitkeep
|
||
create mode 100644 70-audits/README.md
|
||
create mode 100644 70-audits/checklists/.gitkeep
|
||
create mode 100644 70-audits/checklists/README.md
|
||
create mode 100644 70-audits/checklists/quarterly.md
|
||
create mode 100644 70-audits/checklists/weekly.md
|
||
create mode 100644 70-audits/reports/.gitkeep
|
||
create mode 100644 70-audits/reports/README.md
|
||
create mode 100644 80-automation/README.md
|
||
create mode 100644 80-automation/containers/.gitkeep
|
||
create mode 100644 80-automation/scripts/.gitkeep
|
||
create mode 100644 90-scratch/.gitignore
|
||
create mode 100644 90-scratch/README.md
|
||
create mode 100644 README.md
|
||
create mode 100644 vault/README.md
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Creating a repository**
|
||
|
||
I’m thinking about using the command to create a private repository for operations. The command looks like this: `glab repo create ops --private --source . --remote origin --push --defaultBranch main --description "Operational source of truth."` However, it’s wise to check the help documentation first to confirm that I’m using the correct flag names. So, I’ll run `glab repo create --help` to make sure everything is right.
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run glab repo create --help**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
Creates the new project with your first configured host in your `glab`
|
||
configuration. The host defaults to `GitLab.com` if not set. To set a host,
|
||
provide either:
|
||
|
||
- A `GITLAB_HOST` environment variable.
|
||
- A full URL for the project.
|
||
|
||
|
||
USAGE
|
||
|
||
glab repo create [path] [--flags]
|
||
|
||
EXAMPLES
|
||
|
||
# Create a repository under your account using the current directory name.
|
||
$ glab repo create
|
||
|
||
# Create a repository under a group using the current directory name.
|
||
$ glab repo create --group glab-cli
|
||
|
||
# Create a repository with a specific name.
|
||
$ glab repo create my-project
|
||
|
||
# Create a repository for a group.
|
||
$ glab repo create glab-cli/my-project
|
||
|
||
# Create on a host other than gitlab.com.
|
||
$ GITLAB_HOST=example.com glab repo create
|
||
$ glab repo create <host>/path/to/repository
|
||
|
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FLAGS
|
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|
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--defaultBranch Default branch of the project. Defaults to `master` if not provided.
|
||
-d --description Description of the new project.
|
||
-g --group Namespace or group for the new project. Defaults to the current user's namespace.
|
||
-h --help Show help for this command.
|
||
--internal Make project internal: visible to any authenticated user. Default.
|
||
-n --name Name of the new project.
|
||
-p --private Make project private: visible only to project members.
|
||
-P --public Make project public: visible without any authentication.
|
||
--readme Initialize project with `README.md`.
|
||
--remoteName Remote name for the Git repository you're in. Defaults to `origin` if not provided. (origin)
|
||
-s --skipGitInit Skip run 'git init'.
|
||
-t --tag The list of tags for the project.
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Creating a GitLab project**
|
||
|
||
I’m thinking about how to create a project using the GitLab API. I’ll make an API call with the relevant parameters like name and visibility. We also might need the namespace id, but if we create it under a user, I just need the name. Including an option to initialize with a README is nice, but since I already have one locally, that’s fine too. I’ll check for existing repos to avoid clashes but I can go with the name "ops" for now.
|
||
|
||
**Setting up the repository**
|
||
|
||
It seems like the user wants to set up the "work-core" repository with an "ops" folder. Since they're logged in as vaultsovereign, I can create a remote and push to GitLab. I’ll proceed with creating the project as private. While branch protection is an option, the user didn't specifically ask for it, but it could still be helpful to protect the main branch and require merge requests. Since these configurations might complicate things, I'll keep it simple for now and focus on creating the project and pushing it.
|
||
|
||
**Updating the project plan**
|
||
|
||
I’m moving on to the next step, which is to create the GitLab project. I’ll make sure to update my plan to reflect this. It’s important to keep everything organized and clear as I go along. Getting this project set up correctly is essential! Alright, let’s ensure all the necessary details are included in the updated plan, so we can proceed smoothly to the next steps of this process.**Setting up the repository**
|
||
|
||
It seems like the user wants to set up the "work-core" repository with an "ops" folder. Since they're logged in as vaultsovereign, I can create a remote and push to GitLab. I’ll proceed with creating the project as private. While branch protection is an option, the user didn't specifically ask for it, but it could still be helpful to protect the main branch and require merge requests. Since these configurations might complicate things, I'll keep it simple for now and focus on creating the project and pushing it.**Updating the project plan**
|
||
|
||
I’m moving on to the next step, which is to create the GitLab project. I’ll make sure to update my plan to reflect this. It’s important to keep everything organized and clear as I go along. Getting this project set up correctly is essential! Alright, let’s ensure all the necessary details are included in the updated plan, so we can proceed smoothly to the next steps of this process.
|
||
|
||
**Creating a GitLab project**
|
||
|
||
I want to create a GitLab project. Option one is to use a command with specific parameters like `glab repo create ops --private --defaultBranch main --description ... --remoteName origin --name ops`. But since I'm already in the ops repository where there's a .git folder, I should specify the path argument carefully.
|
||
|
||
I could run `glab repo create --name ops --private --defaultBranch main --description "Operational source of truth" --remoteName origin` from inside the ops directory. But I'm not sure if the command will ask for the path. Let's decide the best approach!
|
||
|
||
**Using GitLab API for project creation**
|
||
|
||
I'm considering running the command with `--private` and checking the output. If it prompts for input, we could face issues since interactive commands might hang waiting for a response. To avoid this, I should ensure the command runs non-interactively.
|
||
|
||
I could use `glab api` to directly create the project with the necessary flags, which will definitely not prompt me. I need to look at the `glab api` command by running `glab api --help` to find the right API call. Let's dive in!**Using GitLab API for project creation**
|
||
|
||
I'm considering running the command with `--private` and checking the output. If it prompts for input, we could face issues since interactive commands might hang waiting for a response. To avoid this, I should ensure the command runs non-interactively.
|
||
|
||
I could use `glab api` to directly create the project with the necessary flags, which will definitely not prompt me. I need to look at the `glab api` command by running `glab api --help` to find the right API call. Let's dive in!
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run glab api --help**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
Makes an authenticated HTTP request to the GitLab API, and prints the response.
|
||
The endpoint argument should either be a path of a GitLab API v4 endpoint, or
|
||
`graphql` to access the GitLab GraphQL API.
|
||
|
||
- [GitLab REST API documentation](https://docs.gitlab.com/api/)
|
||
- [GitLab GraphQL documentation](https://docs.gitlab.com/api/graphql/)
|
||
|
||
If the current directory is a Git directory, uses the GitLab authenticated host in the current
|
||
directory. Otherwise, `gitlab.com` will be used.
|
||
To override the GitLab hostname, use `--hostname`.
|
||
|
||
These placeholder values, when used in the endpoint argument, are
|
||
replaced with values from the repository of the current directory:
|
||
|
||
- `:branch`
|
||
- `:fullpath`
|
||
- `:group`
|
||
- `:id`
|
||
- `:namespace`
|
||
- `:repo`
|
||
- `:user`
|
||
- `:username`
|
||
|
||
Methods: the default HTTP request method is `GET`, if no parameters are added,
|
||
and `POST` otherwise. Override the method with `--method`.
|
||
|
||
Pass one or more `--raw-field` values in `key=value` format to add
|
||
JSON-encoded string parameters to the `POST` body.
|
||
|
||
The `--field` flag behaves like `--raw-field` with magic type conversion based
|
||
on the format of the value:
|
||
|
||
- Literal values `true`, `false`, `null`, and integer numbers are converted to
|
||
appropriate JSON types.
|
||
- Placeholder values `:namespace`, `:repo`, and `:branch` are populated with values
|
||
from the repository of the current directory.
|
||
- If the value starts with `@`, the rest of the value is interpreted as a
|
||
filename to read the value from. Pass `-` to read from standard input.
|
||
|
||
For GraphQL requests, all fields other than `query` and `operationName` are
|
||
interpreted as GraphQL variables.
|
||
|
||
Raw request body can be passed from the outside via a file specified by `--input`.
|
||
Pass `-` to read from standard input. In this mode, parameters specified with
|
||
`--field` flags are serialized into URL query parameters.
|
||
|
||
In `--paginate` mode, all pages of results are requested sequentially until
|
||
no more pages of results remain. For GraphQL requests:
|
||
|
||
- The original query must accept an `$endCursor: String` variable.
|
||
- The query must fetch the `pageInfo{ hasNextPage, endCursor }` set of fields from a collection.
|
||
|
||
|
||
USAGE
|
||
|
||
glab api <endpoint> [--flags]
|
||
|
||
EXAMPLES
|
||
|
||
$ glab api projects/:fullpath/releases
|
||
$ glab api projects/gitlab-com%2Fwww-gitlab-com/issues
|
||
$ glab api issues --paginate
|
||
$ glab api graphql -f query="query { currentUser { username } }"
|
||
$ glab api graphql -f query='
|
||
query {
|
||
project(fullPath: "gitlab-org/gitlab-docs") {
|
||
name
|
||
forksCount
|
||
statistics {
|
||
wikiSize
|
||
}
|
||
issuesEnabled
|
||
boards {
|
||
nodes {
|
||
id
|
||
name
|
||
}
|
||
}
|
||
}
|
||
}
|
||
'
|
||
|
||
$ glab api graphql --paginate -f query='
|
||
query($endCursor: String) {
|
||
project(fullPath: "gitlab-org/graphql-sandbox") {
|
||
name
|
||
issues(first: 2, after: $endCursor) {
|
||
edges {
|
||
node {
|
||
title
|
||
}
|
||
}
|
||
pageInfo {
|
||
endCursor
|
||
hasNextPage
|
||
}
|
||
}
|
||
}
|
||
}'
|
||
|
||
FLAGS
|
||
|
||
-F --field Add a parameter of inferred type. Changes the default HTTP method to "POST".
|
||
-H --header Add an additional HTTP request header.
|
||
-h --help Show help for this command.
|
||
--hostname The GitLab hostname for the request. Defaults to 'gitlab.com', or the authenticated host in the current Git directory.
|
||
-i --include Include HTTP response headers in the output.
|
||
--input The file to use as the body for the HTTP request.
|
||
-X --method The HTTP method for the request. (GET)
|
||
--paginate Make additional HTTP requests to fetch all pages of results.
|
||
-f --raw-field Add a string parameter.
|
||
--silent Do not print the response body.
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Considering project creation steps**
|
||
|
||
To prevent hanging, I can set `timeout_ms`, maybe around 5000, and test a command to create a project. If a prompt appears, it might not finish. I wonder if I can supply `--yes` through an environment variable. Another option could be to use `printf` piped to glab, but I’m unsure about prompts. Using the glab API to create the project noninteractively may be the simplest solution. I can then set the default branch as needed.
|
||
|
||
**Choosing the API approach**
|
||
|
||
I think the best way forward is using the API. First, I need to determine if the project already exists by calling `glab api projects/vaultsovereign%2Fops`. If it exists, I shouldn't create it but can set the remote and push. I'll try running the command with `--silent`. If the exit code is 1, it likely means the project isn’t found. I’ll also consider using `--include` to check the status while parsing the output appropriately.
|
||
|
||
**Testing project existence**
|
||
|
||
I wonder if the exit code will be 0 for success and 1 for a 404 error. To check, I’ll run a command like `glab api -i projects/vaultsovereign%2Fops --silent`, which would include headers. Alternatively, there's the option to use `glab repo view vaultsovereign/ops --json`, though that might cause an error. I think using `glab api` is a safer bet, so I’ll go ahead and run that while setting a timeout.**Choosing the API approach**
|
||
|
||
I think the best way forward is using the API. First, I need to determine if the project already exists by calling `glab api projects/vaultsovereign%2Fops`. If it exists, I shouldn't create it but can set the remote and push. I'll try running the command with `--silent`. If the exit code is 1, it likely means the project isn’t found. I’ll also consider using `--include` to check the status while parsing the output appropriately.**Testing project existence**
|
||
|
||
I wonder if the exit code will be 0 for success and 1 for a 404 error. To check, I’ll run a command like `glab api -i projects/vaultsovereign%2Fops --silent`, which would include headers. Alternatively, there's the option to use `glab repo view vaultsovereign/ops --json`, though that might cause an error. I think using `glab api` is a safer bet, so I’ll go ahead and run that while setting a timeout.
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run glab api -i 'projects/vaultsovereign%2Fops' --silent**
|
||
Status: Failed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
HTTP/2.0 404 Not Found
|
||
Cache-Control: no-cache
|
||
Cf-Cache-Status: MISS
|
||
Cf-Ray: 9af75ef94c4417f5-DUB
|
||
Content-Length: 35
|
||
Content-Security-Policy: default-src 'none'
|
||
Content-Type: application/json
|
||
Date: Wed, 17 Dec 2025 15:14:35 GMT
|
||
Gitlab-Lb: haproxy-main-60-lb-gprd
|
||
Gitlab-Sv: api-gke-us-east1-d
|
||
Nel: {"max_age": 0}
|
||
Ratelimit-Limit: 2000
|
||
Ratelimit-Name: throttle_authenticated_api
|
||
Ratelimit-Observed: 1
|
||
Ratelimit-Remaining: 1999
|
||
Ratelimit-Reset: 1765984500
|
||
Referrer-Policy: strict-origin-when-cross-origin
|
||
Server: cloudflare
|
||
Set-Cookie: __cf_bm=xXvFx_ZDxB7jXJFA7Q05NV1kUhfBe.xdH3uDVNJaUgM-1765984475-1.0.1.1-cv1nJNbijuLJhgqw_y64D0hNzuOoa6DBMgperglZUeFyMBU5O9BiWnasHIc5cYJGyJd6qXttpK30ctlTjygH.7WWNT3kFvBLi7NA3WipwUw; path=/; expires=Wed, 17-Dec-25 15:44:35 GMT; domain=.gitlab.com; HttpOnly; Secure; SameSite=None, _cfuvid=nwIh8dVeMZEC80tFY.o_kEaPA1QQS_PbrtepQdzNa60-1765984475289-0.0.1.1-604800000; path=/; domain=.gitlab.com; HttpOnly; Secure; SameSite=None
|
||
Strict-Transport-Security: max-age=31536000
|
||
Vary: Origin, Accept-Encoding
|
||
X-Content-Type-Options: nosniff
|
||
X-Frame-Options: SAMEORIGIN
|
||
X-Gitlab-Meta: {"correlation_id":"9af75ef9621c17f5-ATL","version":"1"}
|
||
X-Request-Id: 9af75ef9621c17f5-ATL
|
||
X-Runtime: 0.058429
|
||
|
||
glab: 404 Project Not Found (HTTP 404)
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run glab api projects -X POST -f name="ops" -f visibility="private" -f description="Operational source of truth"**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
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operator","state":"active","locked":false,"avatar_url":"https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/1d8acaf320ce89eeaf7fef17ce32804c6c8293d1b21e6d1c7388f52c8f25c342?s=80\u0026d=identicon","web_url":"https://gitlab.com/vaultsovereign"},"resolve_outdated_diff_discussions":false,"container_expiration_policy":{"cadence":"1d","enabled":false,"keep_n":10,"older_than":"90d","name_regex":".*","name_regex_keep":null,"next_run_at":"2025-12-18T15:14:48.980Z"},"repository_object_format":"sha1","issues_enabled":true,"merge_requests_enabled":true,"wiki_enabled":true,"jobs_enabled":true,"snippets_enabled":true,"container_registry_enabled":true,"service_desk_enabled":true,"service_desk_address":"contact-project+vaultsovereign-ops-77173462-issue-@incoming.gitlab.com","can_create_merge_request_in":true,"issues_access_level":"enabled","repository_access_level":"enabled","merge_requests_access_level":"enabled","forking_access_level":"enabled","wiki_access_level":"enabled","builds_access_level":"enabled","snippets_access_level":"enabled","pages_access_level":"private","analytics_access_level":"enabled","container_registry_access_level":"enabled","security_and_compliance_access_level":"private","releases_access_level":"enabled","environments_access_level":"enabled","feature_flags_access_level":"enabled","infrastructure_access_level":"enabled","monitor_access_level":"enabled","model_experiments_access_level":"enabled","model_registry_access_level":"enabled","package_registry_access_level":"enabled","emails_disabled":false,"emails_enabled":true,"show_diff_preview_in_email":true,"shared_runners_enabled":true,"lfs_enabled":true,"creator_id":32412904,"import_url":null,"import_type":null,"import_status":"none","import_error":null,"open_issues_count":0,"description_html":"\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"1:1-1:27\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eOperational source of truth\u003c/p\u003e","updated_at":"2025-12-17T15:14:48.964Z","ci_default_git_depth":20,"ci_delete_pipelines_in_seconds":null,"ci_forward_deployment_enabled":true,"ci_forward_deployment_rollback_allowed":true,"ci_job_token_scope_enabled":false,"ci_separated_caches":true,"ci_allow_fork_pipelines_to_run_in_parent_project":true,"ci_id_token_sub_claim_components":["project_path","ref_type","ref"],"build_git_strategy":"fetch","keep_latest_artifact":true,"restrict_user_defined_variables":true,"ci_pipeline_variables_minimum_override_role":"no_one_allowed","runner_token_expiration_interval":null,"group_runners_enabled":true,"resource_group_default_process_mode":"unordered","auto_cancel_pending_pipelines":"enabled","build_timeout":3600,"auto_devops_enabled":false,"auto_devops_deploy_strategy":"continuous","ci_push_repository_for_job_token_allowed":false,"runners_token":"GR1348941BPMxPCfHQF5brqxfz7qu","ci_config_path":"","public_jobs":true,"shared_with_groups":[],"only_allow_merge_if_pipeline_succeeds":false,"allow_merge_on_skipped_pipeline":null,"request_access_enabled":true,"only_allow_merge_if_all_discussions_are_resolved":false,"remove_source_branch_after_merge":true,"printing_merge_request_link_enabled":true,"merge_method":"merge","merge_request_title_regex":null,"merge_request_title_regex_description":null,"squash_option":"default_off","enforce_auth_checks_on_uploads":true,"suggestion_commit_message":null,"merge_commit_template":null,"squash_commit_template":null,"issue_branch_template":null,"warn_about_potentially_unwanted_characters":true,"autoclose_referenced_issues":true,"max_artifacts_size":null,"external_authorization_classification_label":"","requirements_enabled":false,"requirements_access_level":"enabled","security_and_compliance_enabled":true,"compliance_frameworks":[],"duo_remote_flows_enabled":true,"duo_foundational_flows_enabled":true,"web_based_commit_signing_enabled":false}
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Setting up the project**
|
||
|
||
I've created a project and confirmed that the default branch is "main," which is good. It also shows that the repository is empty, so that's great! Next, I need to add the remote origin and push it. Since I'm using HTTPS for the Git protocol, I'll use the provided `http_url_to_repo` for the origin. My plan is to check if the remote exists with `git -C ops remote -v` before adding it.
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run git -C ops remote -v**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Checking glab authentication commands**
|
||
|
||
I’m exploring the commands available in glab, like `glab auth login` and `glab auth status`. The user mentioned they're logged in, so they likely already used `glab auth login` to set everything up. To make sure that pushing works without needing to interact, I think I should check if `glab auth setup-git` can be used to set up Git credentials. I might also want to run `glab auth --help` for more assistance.
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run glab auth --help**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
Manage glab's authentication state.
|
||
|
||
USAGE
|
||
|
||
glab auth <command> [command] [--flags]
|
||
|
||
COMMANDS
|
||
|
||
configure-docker Register glab as a Docker credential helper
|
||
docker-helper A Docker credential helper for GitLab container registries
|
||
dpop-gen [--flags] Generates a DPoP (demonstrating-proof-of-possession) proof JWT. (EXPERIMENTAL)
|
||
login [--flags] Authenticate with a GitLab instance.
|
||
logout [--flags] Logout from a GitLab instance.
|
||
status [--flags] View authentication status.
|
||
|
||
FLAGS
|
||
|
||
-h --help Show help for this command.
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Checking GitLab Token Configuration**
|
||
|
||
I'm trying to understand the setup for the GitLab token — specifically how `glab config` sets the `GITLAB_TOKEN` environment variable. It seems that a `git push` wouldn't automatically use this token without integrating a credential helper. I should look into whether `glab` sets `git config` for the credential helper as `!glab auth git-credential`. I need to check my global git config for the credential helper and run some specific commands to gather the information. Let's dive into that!
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run git config --global --get-regexp '^credential'"\\..*gitlab\\.com.*"**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run git config --global --get credential.helper**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run git config --show-origin --get-all credential.helper**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
file:/Library/Developer/CommandLineTools/usr/share/git-core/gitconfig osxkeychain
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Considering GitHub credentials**
|
||
|
||
I’m looking at how the system gitconfig uses osxkeychain, which is good because it lets Git use the Keychain credential helper when pushing to HTTPS remotes. I know that in non-interactive environments, prompts might cause issues. I could use the `GIT_ASKPASS` variable for tokens. The process with `glab` could generate a token, but embedding it in the URL is insecure. It might be better to rely on the keychain since glab already stores it.
|
||
|
||
**Exploring GitHub token usage**
|
||
|
||
I’m considering extracting a token and using the `git credential` command to approve credentials in the osxkeychain for gitlab.com. That seems secure, but I’m a bit hesitant to manipulate the user’s keychain. Since the user asked to "set it up," it might involve storing credentials. I could attempt a push first; if it fails due to authentication, I can configure the credential then. It’s important to see how the environment handles TTY, so I’ll give `git push` a try and see what happens.
|
||
|
||
**Considering push methods with glab**
|
||
|
||
I'm looking into how to push using the `glab` command, thinking about creating a remote or possibly using `glab repo set-url`, but that doesn't seem right. I could switch to using an SSH remote with SSH keys, but I’m unsure if those keys are available in this environment. Since glab seems set for HTTPS, I’ll try that for the push first. If authentication fails, I can configure git with the glab token by setting `credential.helper`, but I'm not entirely sure if that command exists.
|
||
|
||
**Exploring glab authentication options**
|
||
|
||
I'm considering how to set up glab for Git operations. It might be `glab auth login --git-protocol https` that configures it, but the auth status indicates it's already set to use the HTTPS protocol, suggesting that glab manages the configuration differently. I recall that `glab auth login` includes an option like `--token`, which might link to the credential helper. Checking the glab config file could clarify things, but I want to avoid printing any sensitive tokens. I think I can use `glab config list` or check the help with `glab config --help`.**Exploring GitHub token usage**
|
||
|
||
I’m considering extracting a token and using the `git credential` command to approve credentials in the osxkeychain for gitlab.com. That seems secure, but I’m a bit hesitant to manipulate the user’s keychain. Since the user asked to "set it up," it might involve storing credentials. I could attempt a push first; if it fails due to authentication, I can configure the credential then. It’s important to see how the environment handles TTY, so I’ll give `git push` a try and see what happens.**Considering push methods with glab**
|
||
|
||
I'm looking into how to push using the `glab` command, thinking about creating a remote or possibly using `glab repo set-url`, but that doesn't seem right. I could switch to using an SSH remote with SSH keys, but I’m unsure if those keys are available in this environment. Since glab seems set for HTTPS, I’ll try that for the push first. If authentication fails, I can configure git with the glab token by setting `credential.helper`, but I'm not entirely sure if that command exists.**Exploring glab authentication options**
|
||
|
||
I'm considering how to set up glab for Git operations. It might be `glab auth login --git-protocol https` that configures it, but the auth status indicates it's already set to use the HTTPS protocol, suggesting that glab manages the configuration differently. I recall that `glab auth login` includes an option like `--token`, which might link to the credential helper. Checking the glab config file could clarify things, but I want to avoid printing any sensitive tokens. I think I can use `glab config list` or check the help with `glab config --help`.
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run glab config --help**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
Manage key/value strings.
|
||
|
||
Current respected settings:
|
||
|
||
- browser: If unset, uses the default browser. Override with environment variable $BROWSER.
|
||
- check_update: If true, notifies of new versions of glab. Defaults to true. Override with environment variable
|
||
$GLAB_CHECK_UPDATE.
|
||
- display_hyperlinks: If true, and using a TTY, outputs hyperlinks for issues and merge request lists. Defaults to
|
||
false.
|
||
- editor: If unset, uses the default editor. Override with environment variable $EDITOR.
|
||
- glab_pager: Your desired pager command to use, such as 'less -R'.
|
||
- glamour_style: Your desired Markdown renderer style. Options are dark, light, notty. Custom styles are available
|
||
using [glamour](https://github.com/charmbracelet/glamour#styles).
|
||
- host: If unset, defaults to `https://gitlab.com`.
|
||
- token: Your GitLab access token. Defaults to environment variables.
|
||
- visual: Takes precedence over 'editor'. If unset, uses the default editor. Override with environment variable
|
||
$VISUAL.
|
||
|
||
|
||
USAGE
|
||
|
||
glab config [command] [--flags]
|
||
|
||
COMMANDS
|
||
|
||
edit [--flags] Opens the glab configuration file.
|
||
get <key> [--flags] Prints the value of a given configuration key.
|
||
set <key> <value> [--flags] Updates configuration with the value of a given key.
|
||
|
||
FLAGS
|
||
|
||
-g --global Use global config file.
|
||
-h --help Show help for this command.
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run git -C ops remote add origin https://gitlab.com/vaultsovereign/ops.git**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run git -C ops push -u origin main**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
To https://gitlab.com/vaultsovereign/ops.git
|
||
* [new branch] main -> main
|
||
branch 'main' set up to track 'origin/main'.
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Updating project status**
|
||
|
||
I see that we've pushed and completed step 4, while step 5 is currently in progress. It’s time to update the plan after verifying everything. I’m planning to run some verify commands like checking the remote and branch status in the ops directory. I might also take a look at the repository details. Running `glab repo view vaultsovereign/ops` might provide the info I need without opening a browser. Let's proceed!
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run git -C ops remote -v**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
origin https://gitlab.com/vaultsovereign/ops.git (fetch)
|
||
origin https://gitlab.com/vaultsovereign/ops.git (push)
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run git -C ops branch -vv**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
* main f375d21 [origin/main] Initialize ops repository
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run glab repo view vaultsovereign/ops**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
name: sovereign operator / ops
|
||
description: Operational source of truth
|
||
---
|
||
# ops
|
||
|
||
Single source of operational truth: everything here must be understandable, rebuildable, and revocable.
|
||
|
||
## Non-negotiables
|
||
|
||
- **Authority boundary:** critical actions originate from `op-core-vm`.
|
||
- **No plaintext secrets in Git:** `vault/` contains encrypted artifacts only; `20-identity/keys/public/` is public keys only.
|
||
- **Naming is reality:** everything is named `<role>-<scope>-<id>`.
|
||
- **Nuke test:** if losing it causes panic, reduce scope or remove it.
|
||
|
||
## Read first
|
||
|
||
- `00-doctrine/operator-charter.md`
|
||
- `00-doctrine/personal-operating-doctrine.md`
|
||
|
||
## Layout
|
||
|
||
- `00-doctrine/` – the law (stable, rarely changed)
|
||
- `10-inventory/` – what exists (hosts, networks, services)
|
||
- `20-identity/` – roles, policies, leases, public keys
|
||
- `30-infra/` – infrastructure as code + config management
|
||
- `40-apps/` – application-specific ops (deploy, config, lifecycle)
|
||
- `50-runbooks/` – executable procedures (panic day, provision, incident, decom)
|
||
- `60-backups/` – backup manifests + restore proofs
|
||
- `70-audits/` – checklists + reports
|
||
- `80-automation/` – scripts and containers that make the above repeatable
|
||
- `90-scratch/` – disposable working area (not source of truth)
|
||
- `vault/` – encrypted-only artifacts (safe to leak without keys)
|
||
|
||
## What does not belong here
|
||
|
||
Meaning-bearing material (books, media, personal archives) stays in cold storage, not `ops/`.
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Summarizing GitLab setup**
|
||
|
||
I need to respond to the user who asked about setting things up with GitLab. I've created the GitLab project, pushed the ops repository, and configured the remote. I'll summarize the project URL, where the repo is located (/Users/sovereign/work-core/ops), and make sure to include commands for next steps like cloning to other machines or adding a `.gitlab-ci.yml` file. Both HTTPS and SSH options will be mentioned, but the user didn't ask for that. I'll confirm we didn't commit any secrets either.
|
||
|
||
**Asking about GitLab project hardening**
|
||
|
||
I can check in with the user to see if they'd like to harden their GitLab project. This could include protecting the main branch, requiring merge requests, enabling signed commits, and adding CI guards for secrets. I'll see if the user has a group named "sovereign operator / ops". My final answer will be concise, with bullet points and monospace for file paths like `ops/README.md`. I'll provide the repo URL and local path while ensuring no tokens are revealed.
|
||
|
||
**Clarifying next steps for GitLab project**
|
||
|
||
I need to suggest some next steps for the user regarding their GitLab project. I can ask, “Want me to protect `main`, enable squash+MR-only, or add a CI secret scan guardrail?” While the user is interested in "setting it up" specifically with GitLab CLI, I can still mention we created the project using `glab api`. I should provide commands like `glab repo view vaultsovereign/ops` and include the repo link as `https://gitlab.com/vaultsovereign/ops`. I'll wrap commands and file paths in monospace for clarity.**Asking about GitLab project hardening**
|
||
|
||
I can check in with the user to see if they'd like to harden their GitLab project. This could include protecting the main branch, requiring merge requests, enabling signed commits, and adding CI guards for secrets. I'll see if the user has a group named "sovereign operator / ops". My final answer will be concise, with bullet points and monospace for file paths like `ops/README.md`. I'll provide the repo URL and local path while ensuring no tokens are revealed.**Clarifying next steps for GitLab project**
|
||
|
||
I need to suggest some next steps for the user regarding their GitLab project. I can ask, “Want me to protect `main`, enable squash+MR-only, or add a CI secret scan guardrail?” While the user is interested in "setting it up" specifically with GitLab CLI, I can still mention we created the project using `glab api`. I should provide commands like `glab repo view vaultsovereign/ops` and include the repo link as `https://gitlab.com/vaultsovereign/ops`. I'll wrap commands and file paths in monospace for clarity.
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
- Initialized a Git repo in `ops/` and committed the scaffold (`main`)
|
||
- Created the private GitLab project `vaultsovereign/ops`: `https://gitlab.com/vaultsovereign/ops`
|
||
- Set `origin` to `https://gitlab.com/vaultsovereign/ops.git` and pushed `main` (tracking `origin/main`)
|
||
|
||
Want me to harden the GitLab side next (protect `main`, MR-only, squash policy, basic CI guardrails)?
|
||
|
||
## User
|
||
|
||
You’re **fully stood up** now — clean and correct.
|
||
|
||
## What’s done and verified
|
||
|
||
* ✅ `ops/` is a real git repo (`main` initialized)
|
||
* ✅ Scaffold committed (`Initialize ops repository`)
|
||
* ✅ Private GitLab project created: `vaultsovereign/ops`
|
||
* ✅ Remote set + pushed: `origin/main` tracking is live
|
||
* ✅ Repo README already carries the **non-negotiables** (authority boundary, no plaintext secrets, naming law, nuke test)
|
||
|
||
That’s the “source of truth” backbone in place.
|
||
|
||
---
|
||
|
||
## What to do next (recommended hardening)
|
||
|
||
This is where most ops repos quietly fail later. Two moves fix it:
|
||
|
||
### 1) Protect `main` (no direct pushes)
|
||
|
||
Make `main` protected so changes flow through review (even if “review” = you + future you).
|
||
|
||
**Option A: GitLab UI (fastest)**
|
||
Project → **Settings → Repository → Protected branches**
|
||
|
||
* Protect `main`
|
||
* Allow merge: Maintainers
|
||
* Allow push: No one (or Maintainers if you must)
|
||
|
||
**Option B: `glab api` (scriptable)**
|
||
|
||
```bash
|
||
# Protect main (GitLab API)
|
||
glab api projects/vaultsovereign%2Fops/protected_branches \
|
||
-X POST \
|
||
-f name=main \
|
||
-F push_access_level=0 \
|
||
-F merge_access_level=40
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
(If it errors because it already exists, that’s fine — it means it’s already protected.)
|
||
|
||
### 2) Add guardrails so secrets can’t slip in
|
||
|
||
You already have the doctrine, now add the *tripwires*:
|
||
|
||
#### A. Add a “never commit secrets” CI check
|
||
|
||
Create `.gitlab-ci.yml` with a single job that scans for obvious secret patterns. Minimal example:
|
||
|
||
```yaml
|
||
stages: [verify]
|
||
|
||
verify:no_secrets:
|
||
stage: verify
|
||
image: alpine:latest
|
||
script:
|
||
- apk add --no-cache git grep
|
||
- |
|
||
! git grep -nE "(BEGIN (RSA|OPENSSH|EC) PRIVATE KEY|aws_secret_access_key|xox[baprs]-|ghp_|glpat-|-----BEGIN PGP PRIVATE KEY BLOCK-----)" -- . \
|
||
|| (echo "Potential secret detected. Remove it or encrypt it into vault/." && exit 1)
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
This isn’t perfect, but it stops “oops” commits immediately.
|
||
|
||
#### B. Enforce “vault/ is encrypted only”
|
||
|
||
Add a **README + policy** (you already did), and optionally a repo check that fails if plaintext appears under `vault/` (same grep idea).
|
||
|
||
---
|
||
|
||
## Repo hygiene that pays off later
|
||
|
||
### Commit signing (recommended)
|
||
|
||
Make commits from `op-core-vm` provable.
|
||
|
||
* If you want the simplest path on macOS: **SSH signing** (no GPG pain).
|
||
|
||
```bash
|
||
git config --global gpg.format ssh
|
||
git config --global user.signingkey ~/.ssh/id_op_core.pub
|
||
git config --global commit.gpgsign true
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
(If you don’t have that key yet, generate it and use the public part.)
|
||
|
||
### Add CODEOWNERS (optional, but clean)
|
||
|
||
Even solo, it forces “pause + review” by default later.
|
||
|
||
`CODEOWNERS`
|
||
|
||
```text
|
||
* @vaultsovereign
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
---
|
||
|
||
## Cold storage boundary reminder
|
||
|
||
What you’re doing with Internxt is correct **only if**:
|
||
|
||
* you upload **encrypted archives**
|
||
* you treat it as **vault, not sync**
|
||
* you never push plaintext identity material from the core
|
||
|
||
---
|
||
|
||
## Choose the next forge
|
||
|
||
Pick one and I’ll give you the exact commands/files:
|
||
|
||
1. **Protect main + set MR-only flow**
|
||
2. **Add CI secret tripwire + vault plaintext guard**
|
||
3. **Enable commit signing (SSH) + document key lifecycle in `20-identity/`**
|
||
4. **Panic-day runbook + restore validation harness**
|
||
|
||
Say the number.
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Deciding on the number choice**
|
||
|
||
The user asked me to choose a number from options 1-4 and indicated they would provide exact commands/files afterward. I see I have flexibility to implement multiple tasks if needed. They want me to say the number, which suggests they need me to select the next step. Considering we can implement tasks in the repository, I'd choose 2 (CI secret tripwire + vault plaintext guard) since it's easy to implement quickly. Option 1 (protect main) is also viable through the glab API.
|
||
|
||
**Choosing the number to pick**
|
||
|
||
The user asked me to choose a single number. I think the best choice is to pick 2 first (the tripwire), as it provides immediate guardrails. Though I could suggest combining it with 1, I need to stick with their request for one option. So, I’ll go with 2. I could mention that it’s the CI secret tripwire + vault plaintext guard, but since they emphasized saying just the number, I'll keep it concise and respond with "2."**Choosing the number to pick**
|
||
|
||
The user asked me to choose a single number. I think the best choice is to pick 2 first (the tripwire), as it provides immediate guardrails. Though I could suggest combining it with 1, I need to stick with their request for one option. So, I’ll go with 2. I could mention that it’s the CI secret tripwire + vault plaintext guard, but since they emphasized saying just the number, I'll keep it concise and respond with "2."
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
2
|
||
|
||
## User (checkpoint)
|
||
|
||
Good choice. This is the **right guardrail at the right time**.
|
||
|
||
Below is a **minimal, effective CI tripwire** that does two things:
|
||
|
||
1. **Blocks obvious secrets anywhere in the repo**
|
||
2. **Enforces that `vault/` never contains plaintext**
|
||
|
||
No bloat. No false ceremony.
|
||
|
||
---
|
||
|
||
## Step 2 — CI Secret Tripwire + Vault Guard
|
||
|
||
### 1️⃣ Create `.gitlab-ci.yml` at repo root
|
||
|
||
```yaml
|
||
stages: [verify]
|
||
|
||
verify:no_secrets:
|
||
stage: verify
|
||
image: alpine:latest
|
||
script:
|
||
- apk add --no-cache git grep
|
||
|
||
# Global secret scan (cheap but effective)
|
||
- |
|
||
! git grep -nE \
|
||
"(BEGIN (RSA|OPENSSH|EC) PRIVATE KEY|\
|
||
-----BEGIN PGP PRIVATE KEY BLOCK-----|\
|
||
aws_secret_access_key|\
|
||
AKIA[0-9A-Z]{16}|\
|
||
xox[baprs]-|\
|
||
ghp_|\
|
||
glpat-|\
|
||
password\s*=\s*['\"]|\
|
||
secret\s*=\s*['\"])" -- . \
|
||
|| (echo "❌ Potential secret detected. Remove it or encrypt it into vault/." && exit 1)
|
||
|
||
# Vault plaintext guard
|
||
- |
|
||
! find vault -type f \
|
||
! -name "*.age" \
|
||
! -name "*.sops.*" \
|
||
! -name "README.md" \
|
||
! -name ".gitkeep" \
|
||
-print | grep . \
|
||
|| (echo "❌ Plaintext file detected in vault/. Encrypt before commit." && exit 1)
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
What this does:
|
||
|
||
* ❌ Blocks private keys, tokens, obvious secrets
|
||
* ❌ Fails if **any plaintext file** sneaks into `vault/`
|
||
* ✅ Allows encrypted files only (`*.age`, `*.sops.*`)
|
||
* ✅ Allows documentation (`README.md`, `.gitkeep`)
|
||
|
||
This is **cheap insurance** that stops 90% of mistakes.
|
||
|
||
---
|
||
|
||
## 2️⃣ Commit it (signed, from the core)
|
||
|
||
```bash
|
||
git -C ops add .gitlab-ci.yml
|
||
git -C ops commit -m "Add CI secret tripwire and vault plaintext guard"
|
||
git -C ops push
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
After push:
|
||
|
||
* GitLab will run the pipeline automatically
|
||
* Any future mistake fails **before merge**
|
||
|
||
---
|
||
|
||
## 3️⃣ Document the rule (small but important)
|
||
|
||
Add this to `vault/README.md` (or confirm it’s already there):
|
||
|
||
```md
|
||
## Vault Rule
|
||
|
||
This directory contains **encrypted artifacts only**.
|
||
|
||
Allowed:
|
||
- *.age
|
||
- *.sops.*
|
||
- README.md
|
||
- .gitkeep
|
||
|
||
Plaintext secrets are forbidden.
|
||
If CI fails, encrypt the file before committing.
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
This keeps future-you honest.
|
||
|
||
---
|
||
|
||
## Resulting State (this matters)
|
||
|
||
You now have:
|
||
|
||
* 🔒 **Mechanical enforcement** of your doctrine
|
||
* 🔥 A repo that is *safe to push to without fear*
|
||
* 🧠 Less cognitive load (the system yells before you screw up)
|
||
|
||
This is how you keep ops calm.
|
||
|
||
---
|
||
|
||
### Next logical upgrades (when you’re ready)
|
||
|
||
* **Protect `main`** (MR-only, no direct pushes)
|
||
* **SSH commit signing** (cryptographic authorship)
|
||
* **Panic-day runbook** that proves rebuildability
|
||
|
||
Say the next number when ready.
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Organizing GitLab structure**
|
||
|
||
I need to make sure that the `.gitlab-ci.yml` file is in the root of the GitLab project. In my local workspace, the root is `/Users/sovereign/work-core`, but the GitLab repo root is the `ops/` folder, so I’ll create `ops/.gitlab-ci.yml`. I might also need to update `vault/README.md` to list allowed file extensions since we hadn't included those specifics before. Overall, I’ll make necessary adjustments and ensure the CI file is set up correctly.
|
||
|
||
**Implementing patch and dependencies**
|
||
|
||
I’m thinking about using `apply_patch`, but I need to ensure that secret detection patterns don't include characters that could break the YAML syntax. I’ll use the `|` for multi-line scripts and keep everything properly indented. To minimize dependencies, I can skip installing `grep` since busybox has it, but I’ll use `apk add --no-cache git` since `git grep` relies on Git. We need to check if `find` exists too; busybox's find should work just fine. Additionally, I need to refine our `find` command to avoid including unwanted files.
|
||
|
||
**Evaluating `.gitignore` inclusion**
|
||
|
||
In my repo, I see that `vault/tmp/.gitignore` exists, and the find command will detect it as a file type `f`. It doesn't match any excluded names, so it will be printed, causing the pipeline to fail! We created this `.gitignore` to ignore decrypted working materials, but it seems it violates the guard rule that allows only encrypted files plus the README. However, I think we might choose to allow `.gitignore` since it's not secret. Our guard should allow that file, as the intent is to prevent plaintext secrets from being committed.
|
||
|
||
**Adjusting guard for `.gitignore`**
|
||
|
||
I’m considering whether to modify the guard to exclude `vault/tmp/.gitignore` or to allow `.gitignore` files in general. If we allow them, there's a slight risk someone might commit a plaintext secret named `.gitignore`, although that's improbable. A better approach might be to allow specific file names like `README.md`, `.gitkeep`, and `.gitignore`. In GitLab CI, it’s important to focus on tracked files, so perhaps we could use `git ls-files vault` to verify that no plaintext secrets are present in tracked files.
|
||
|
||
**Refining vault guard and `.gitignore` handling**
|
||
|
||
I’m thinking it’s better to run the vault plaintext guard on tracked files only. I want to use `git ls-files vault | grep -vE '\.age$|\.sops\.'`, but I also need to allow `README.md`, `.gitignore`, and `.gitkeep`. We had removed `.gitkeep` for vault but still have `vault/tmp/.gitignore`. I remember our `ops/.gitignore` includes `vault/tmp/`, so normally, Git wouldn’t track anything inside that directory. It’s tricky because, despite being ignored, we’ve created `vault/tmp/.gitignore`. I need to review the commit history since it seems it wasn’t tracked, even though it exists in the working tree.**Implementing patch and dependencies**
|
||
|
||
I’m thinking about using `apply_patch`, but I need to ensure that secret detection patterns don't include characters that could break the YAML syntax. I’ll use the `|` for multi-line scripts and keep everything properly indented. To minimize dependencies, I can skip installing `grep` since busybox has it, but I’ll use `apk add --no-cache git` since `git grep` relies on Git. We need to check if `find` exists too; busybox's find should work just fine. Additionally, I need to refine our `find` command to avoid including unwanted files.**Evaluating `.gitignore` inclusion**
|
||
|
||
In my repo, I see that `vault/tmp/.gitignore` exists, and the find command will detect it as a file type `f`. It doesn't match any excluded names, so it will be printed, causing the pipeline to fail! We created this `.gitignore` to ignore decrypted working materials, but it seems it violates the guard rule that allows only encrypted files plus the README. However, I think we might choose to allow `.gitignore` since it's not secret. Our guard should allow that file, as the intent is to prevent plaintext secrets from being committed.**Adjusting guard for `.gitignore`**
|
||
|
||
I’m considering whether to modify the guard to exclude `vault/tmp/.gitignore` or to allow `.gitignore` files in general. If we allow them, there's a slight risk someone might commit a plaintext secret named `.gitignore`, although that's improbable. A better approach might be to allow specific file names like `README.md`, `.gitkeep`, and `.gitignore`. In GitLab CI, it’s important to focus on tracked files, so perhaps we could use `git ls-files vault` to verify that no plaintext secrets are present in tracked files.**Refining vault guard and `.gitignore` handling**
|
||
|
||
I’m thinking it’s better to run the vault plaintext guard on tracked files only. I want to use `git ls-files vault | grep -vE '\.age$|\.sops\.'`, but I also need to allow `README.md`, `.gitignore`, and `.gitkeep`. We had removed `.gitkeep` for vault but still have `vault/tmp/.gitignore`. I remember our `ops/.gitignore` includes `vault/tmp/`, so normally, Git wouldn’t track anything inside that directory. It’s tricky because, despite being ignored, we’ve created `vault/tmp/.gitignore`. I need to review the commit history since it seems it wasn’t tracked, even though it exists in the working tree.
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run git -C ops status '--porcelain=v1'**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Analyzing git commit issues**
|
||
|
||
I noticed the file exists now, and the status is clean, which suggests it was committed. If it was, the commit output should list it, but maybe it got truncated? However, it seemed complete, ending with creating mode 100644 for vault/README.md, while not including vault/tmp. It’s possible vault/tmp/.gitignore didn’t exist at commit but was created afterward. The patch created vault/tmp/.gitignore, but due to the ignore rule in ops/.gitignore, it wasn’t added.
|
||
|
||
**Clarifying git ignore behavior**
|
||
|
||
When I ran `git status`, it showed `?? vault/tmp/`, likely because that directory is ignored. After the commit, vault/tmp/.gitignore remained untracked due to this. My `find ops -type f` output includes it, but `git status` is clean since it’s ignored. We created a `.gitignore` there, but since the whole directory is ignored, it also remains untracked. This explains why `find` shows it; it exists but is not tracked by Git, meaning it won't be pushed to GitLab.
|
||
|
||
**Adjusting git ignore settings**
|
||
|
||
In the CI, the vault/tmp directory won't be present, which isn't ideal because I wanted to keep it in the repo. Since it's ignored, I can't commit it, leading to a mismatch. In GitLab, vault/tmp won't exist, but that's fine; I can create it locally as needed. To track the directory while ignoring its contents, I should remove `vault/tmp/` from ops/.gitignore and use vault/tmp/.gitignore to ignore everything inside instead. This way, the directory remains tracked while its contents are ignored.
|
||
|
||
**Planning directory tracking in CI**
|
||
|
||
I can create and track the vault/tmp/.gitignore file, but the CI guard needs to allow this path. I might decide not to track vault/tmp at all, though having a standard tmp directory with an ignore file could be useful. It makes sense to track vault/tmp/.gitignore and possibly a README. To do this, I should remove the ignore rule from the root .gitignore and put in the directory's .gitignore. This way, users who clone the repo will also get the vault/tmp directory. We may want to track the 90-scratch directory similarly since we already have its .gitignore and README tracked. Let's verify that ops/.gitignore still includes `vault/tmp/`—and yes, it does. Also, I should consider GitLab's secret scanning features by adding `.gitlab-ci.yml` in the ops root and updating vault/README.md with the allowed list.
|
||
|
||
**Setting up CI for secret detection**
|
||
|
||
We'll update vault/README.md to include allowed file extensions and mention CI rules. I plan to create a CI job with a verify stage where I will use the Alpine image, keeping installation minimal with just `git` and `grep`. The script will run `git grep` for secret patterns. I need to handle regex quoting in YAML carefully, especially since `\s` isn't recognized in basic `grep`.
|
||
|
||
To simplify, I'll restructure the regex without new lines and ensure I check for errors properly. I'll define a clean regex string and verify the exit status of `git grep`. If matches are found, it'll indicate potential secrets; I need to ensure the script exits correctly and handles errors gracefully.
|
||
|
||
**Refining secret detection patterns**
|
||
|
||
I'll implement a robust approach for secret detection in our CI. First, I'm ensuring that any file within the vault directory adheres to allowed formats, while verifying that plaintext files aren’t present. I’m establishing specific regex patterns to identify various tokens and private key formats. These patterns will help reduce false positives, especially in documentation.
|
||
|
||
I’ll consider minimizing the impact of potential mismatches caused by placeholder values while focusing on actual secret patterns. To tighten this, I can introduce restrictions based on file extensions and possibly include a whitelist for known examples, while remaining mindful of not overly complicating the rules.
|
||
|
||
**Setting up vault guardrails**
|
||
|
||
The user has provided guidelines, but I have the flexibility to refine them for accuracy and functionality without blocking the existing repository processes. I'm inspecting the repository to ensure our guardrails will not interfere with current documentation or files.
|
||
|
||
I see I need to track `vault/tmp/`, so I'll tweak the `.gitignore` to accommodate that. The CI system will also check for plaintext files within the vault and ensure that we maintain a tidy workspace while allowing necessary files. I'll implement a guard for this, include a local pre-commit hook for added protection, and adjust the README accordingly.**Clarifying git ignore behavior**
|
||
|
||
When I ran `git status`, it showed `?? vault/tmp/`, likely because that directory is ignored. After the commit, vault/tmp/.gitignore remained untracked due to this. My `find ops -type f` output includes it, but `git status` is clean since it’s ignored. We created a `.gitignore` there, but since the whole directory is ignored, it also remains untracked. This explains why `find` shows it; it exists but is not tracked by Git, meaning it won't be pushed to GitLab.**Adjusting git ignore settings**
|
||
|
||
In the CI, the vault/tmp directory won't be present, which isn't ideal because I wanted to keep it in the repo. Since it's ignored, I can't commit it, leading to a mismatch. In GitLab, vault/tmp won't exist, but that's fine; I can create it locally as needed. To track the directory while ignoring its contents, I should remove `vault/tmp/` from ops/.gitignore and use vault/tmp/.gitignore to ignore everything inside instead. This way, the directory remains tracked while its contents are ignored.**Planning directory tracking in CI**
|
||
|
||
I can create and track the vault/tmp/.gitignore file, but the CI guard needs to allow this path. I might decide not to track vault/tmp at all, though having a standard tmp directory with an ignore file could be useful. It makes sense to track vault/tmp/.gitignore and possibly a README. To do this, I should remove the ignore rule from the root .gitignore and put in the directory's .gitignore. This way, users who clone the repo will also get the vault/tmp directory. We may want to track the 90-scratch directory similarly since we already have its .gitignore and README tracked. Let's verify that ops/.gitignore still includes `vault/tmp/`—and yes, it does. Also, I should consider GitLab's secret scanning features by adding `.gitlab-ci.yml` in the ops root and updating vault/README.md with the allowed list.**Setting up CI for secret detection**
|
||
|
||
We'll update vault/README.md to include allowed file extensions and mention CI rules. I plan to create a CI job with a verify stage where I will use the Alpine image, keeping installation minimal with just `git` and `grep`. The script will run `git grep` for secret patterns. I need to handle regex quoting in YAML carefully, especially since `\s` isn't recognized in basic `grep`.
|
||
|
||
To simplify, I'll restructure the regex without new lines and ensure I check for errors properly. I'll define a clean regex string and verify the exit status of `git grep`. If matches are found, it'll indicate potential secrets; I need to ensure the script exits correctly and handles errors gracefully.**Refining secret detection patterns**
|
||
|
||
I'll implement a robust approach for secret detection in our CI. First, I'm ensuring that any file within the vault directory adheres to allowed formats, while verifying that plaintext files aren’t present. I’m establishing specific regex patterns to identify various tokens and private key formats. These patterns will help reduce false positives, especially in documentation.
|
||
|
||
I’ll consider minimizing the impact of potential mismatches caused by placeholder values while focusing on actual secret patterns. To tighten this, I can introduce restrictions based on file extensions and possibly include a whitelist for known examples, while remaining mindful of not overly complicating the rules.**Setting up vault guardrails**
|
||
|
||
The user has provided guidelines, but I have the flexibility to refine them for accuracy and functionality without blocking the existing repository processes. I'm inspecting the repository to ensure our guardrails will not interfere with current documentation or files.
|
||
|
||
I see I need to track `vault/tmp/`, so I'll tweak the `.gitignore` to accommodate that. The CI system will also check for plaintext files within the vault and ensure that we maintain a tidy workspace while allowing necessary files. I'll implement a guard for this, include a local pre-commit hook for added protection, and adjust the README accordingly.
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Read README.md**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
# Vault (encrypted-only)
|
||
|
||
This directory contains **encrypted artifacts only**.
|
||
|
||
Rules:
|
||
|
||
- Never commit plaintext secrets (even temporarily).
|
||
- Never commit private keys.
|
||
- Treat `vault/` as safe-to-leak ciphertext: if leaking it would break you, it is mis-scoped.
|
||
|
||
Decryption/working material belongs in `vault/tmp/` (gitignored) and should be wiped after use.
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Evaluating file patterns for scanning**
|
||
|
||
I'm considering which file patterns to exclude. It seems reasonable to exclude `.md` files and `README.md` since they may contain example tokens. However, I wonder if we should allow prefixes like `glpat-` in documentation. There’s a risk of missing real secrets if we exclude `.md` entirely. I could also see the accidental inclusion of tokens in these documents. Maybe we should scan everything but refine the patterns to minimize false positives.
|
||
|
||
**Refining scanning patterns**
|
||
|
||
I'm thinking about requiring at least 20 characters after the `glpat-` prefix in documentation, which should help differentiate it from actual tokens. I’d apply a similar rule for `ghp_`, needing 36 characters. For private key headers, mentioning "BEGIN RSA PRIVATE KEY" could match, but perhaps that's less likely to appear in docs. I’m concerned about patterns like `password = "..."`, which we want to avoid, but we also want to capture common configurations in files like `*.tfvars` and `.env`, even though they might be ignored.
|
||
|
||
**Proposing scanning patterns**
|
||
|
||
I'm thinking about implementing patterns to check for several types of sensitive information, like PEM private keys, AWS Access Key IDs, and tokens from GitHub, GitLab, and Slack. It's also worth considering generic strings like "BEGIN PRIVATE KEY." I might check certain file extensions, such as `.pem`, `.key`, and `.p12`, but they’re often ignored in commits. We could use a blocklist to flag these file types in a way that minimizes false positives, keeping in mind that some certificates might still be legitimate to store.
|
||
|
||
**Evaluating file storage and security**
|
||
|
||
I'm considering that while sensitive files like `.pem` should generally be blocked to ensure security, there could be cases where encrypted versions are acceptable. Public certificates could be derived, and maybe we can allow `.crt` files. Instead of focusing just on file extensions, I might implement a scan for "PRIVATE KEY" and token patterns to keep things simple.
|
||
|
||
Next, I’m thinking of vault plaintext guard policies, where files under the `vault/` directory should only include allowed names like `README.md`, `.gitkeep`, and possibly a temporary `.gitignore`. For encrypted files, I’ll allow extensions like `.age` and those marked with `.sops.`, particularly for `.yaml` files.
|
||
|
||
**Implementing vault file checks**
|
||
|
||
I'm thinking about setting up a regex for allowed files in the vault, which will include things like `README.md`, `.gitkeep`, and any files with `.age` or `.sops.` extensions. The plan is to check for any unauthorized files and print a warning if there are plaintext files detected.
|
||
|
||
If the vault directory is empty, the check will still pass, but maybe we want to ensure that `README.md` is present. While this might seem strict, it could help maintain organization. I also want to ensure no unencrypted files like `secrets.yml` are in the root. After committing and pushing changes, I'll implement the CI pipeline with a potential update to the README. Let’s apply the patch!**Refining scanning patterns**
|
||
|
||
I'm thinking about requiring at least 20 characters after the `glpat-` prefix in documentation, which should help differentiate it from actual tokens. I’d apply a similar rule for `ghp_`, needing 36 characters. For private key headers, mentioning "BEGIN RSA PRIVATE KEY" could match, but perhaps that's less likely to appear in docs. I’m concerned about patterns like `password = "..."`, which we want to avoid, but we also want to capture common configurations in files like `*.tfvars` and `.env`, even though they might be ignored.**Proposing scanning patterns**
|
||
|
||
I'm thinking about implementing patterns to check for several types of sensitive information, like PEM private keys, AWS Access Key IDs, and tokens from GitHub, GitLab, and Slack. It's also worth considering generic strings like "BEGIN PRIVATE KEY." I might check certain file extensions, such as `.pem`, `.key`, and `.p12`, but they’re often ignored in commits. We could use a blocklist to flag these file types in a way that minimizes false positives, keeping in mind that some certificates might still be legitimate to store.**Evaluating file storage and security**
|
||
|
||
I'm considering that while sensitive files like `.pem` should generally be blocked to ensure security, there could be cases where encrypted versions are acceptable. Public certificates could be derived, and maybe we can allow `.crt` files. Instead of focusing just on file extensions, I might implement a scan for "PRIVATE KEY" and token patterns to keep things simple.
|
||
|
||
Next, I’m thinking of vault plaintext guard policies, where files under the `vault/` directory should only include allowed names like `README.md`, `.gitkeep`, and possibly a temporary `.gitignore`. For encrypted files, I’ll allow extensions like `.age` and those marked with `.sops.`, particularly for `.yaml` files.**Implementing vault file checks**
|
||
|
||
I'm thinking about setting up a regex for allowed files in the vault, which will include things like `README.md`, `.gitkeep`, and any files with `.age` or `.sops.` extensions. The plan is to check for any unauthorized files and print a warning if there are plaintext files detected.
|
||
|
||
If the vault directory is empty, the check will still pass, but maybe we want to ensure that `README.md` is present. While this might seem strict, it could help maintain organization. I also want to ensure no unencrypted files like `secrets.yml` are in the root. After committing and pushing changes, I'll implement the CI pipeline with a potential update to the README. Let’s apply the patch!
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Edit /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/.gitlab-ci.yml, /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/vault/README.md**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/.gitlab-ci.yml
|
||
```
|
||
stages: [verify]
|
||
|
||
verify:no_secrets:
|
||
stage: verify
|
||
image: alpine:latest
|
||
script:
|
||
- apk add --no-cache git grep
|
||
|
||
# Global secret scan (cheap but effective)
|
||
- |
|
||
set +e
|
||
secret_re='(BEGIN (RSA|OPENSSH|EC) PRIVATE KEY|-----BEGIN PGP PRIVATE KEY BLOCK-----|aws_secret_access_key|AKIA[0-9A-Z]{16}|xox[baprs]-[0-9A-Za-z-]{10,}|ghp_[A-Za-z0-9]{36}|glpat-[A-Za-z0-9_\\-]{20,})'
|
||
git grep -nE "$secret_re" -- .
|
||
status=$?
|
||
set -e
|
||
|
||
if [ "$status" -eq 0 ]; then
|
||
echo "❌ Potential secret detected. Remove it or encrypt it into vault/."
|
||
exit 1
|
||
elif [ "$status" -ne 1 ]; then
|
||
echo "❌ Secret scan failed (git grep exit $status)."
|
||
exit "$status"
|
||
fi
|
||
|
||
# Vault plaintext guard (tracked files only)
|
||
- |
|
||
set -euo pipefail
|
||
|
||
allowed_vault_re='(^vault/README\\.md$|^vault/\\.gitkeep$|^vault/tmp/\\.gitignore$|\\.age$|\\.sops\\.)'
|
||
bad_vault_files="$(git ls-files vault | grep -vE "$allowed_vault_re" || true)"
|
||
|
||
if [ -n "$bad_vault_files" ]; then
|
||
echo "❌ Plaintext file detected in vault/. Encrypt before commit:"
|
||
echo "$bad_vault_files"
|
||
exit 1
|
||
fi
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/vault/README.md
|
||
```
|
||
# Vault (encrypted-only)
|
||
|
||
This directory contains **encrypted artifacts only**.
|
||
|
||
Rules:
|
||
|
||
- Never commit plaintext secrets (even temporarily).
|
||
- Never commit private keys.
|
||
- Treat `vault/` as safe-to-leak ciphertext: if leaking it would break you, it is mis-scoped.
|
||
|
||
Decryption/working material belongs in `vault/tmp/` (gitignored) and should be wiped after use.
|
||
|
||
## Allowed files
|
||
|
||
The vault is for ciphertext, plus documentation.
|
||
|
||
Allowed:
|
||
|
||
- `*.age`
|
||
- `*.sops.*`
|
||
- `README.md`
|
||
- `.gitkeep` (if used)
|
||
|
||
Anything else under `vault/` is treated as plaintext and is blocked by CI.
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Examining regex behavior**
|
||
|
||
I'm looking into how backslashes work in regex engines. A backslash usually escapes a hyphen, but with two backslashes, it might just treat the second as a literal backslash. Inside a character class, the backslash can escape certain characters, but I'm unsure about ERE. According to POSIX, backslashes have specific meanings, but they're somewhat undefined. It seems like two backslashes could produce a single one in regex, especially considering we’re in shell single quotes where there's no escape processing.
|
||
|
||
**Clarifying regex interpretation**
|
||
|
||
In the ERE, `\\-` could be seen as `\-`, since the regex parser interprets `\\` as an escape for `\`. However, I can simplify this. If I place the hyphen at the end of the character class, like this: `[A-Za-z0-9_-]{20,}`, it’s treated literally in most regex engines, including ERE. For matching a literal dot, I need to use `\.`. I originally had `\\.sops\\.` which isn't quite right; it should just be `\.sops\.`.
|
||
|
||
**Assessing regex backslashes**
|
||
|
||
I'm looking into how `\\.` is interpreted in regex. In ERE, a backslash escapes special characters, so `\\` becomes a literal backslash, and the dot remains unescaped, meaning it matches any character. That means `\\.sops\\.` could match a backslash followed by any character, which isn't what I want. Since YAML doesn't interpret backslash sequences in a block scalar, the script goes to the shell with its original formatting. Therefore, I need to adjust my regex to use single backslashes and update `.gitlab-ci.yml` accordingly.
|
||
|
||
**Evaluating shell options**
|
||
|
||
I'm realizing that we used `set -euo pipefail` in the second script, but since the image uses Busybox `sh`, I need to consider compatibility. Busybox ash, which is the default shell for GitLab CI in Alpine, doesn't support `pipefail`. Although I thought it might support that option since version 1.22, I’m not entirely sure. To play it safe, I'll avoid using `pipefail`, as it's unnecessary for our checks. Instead, I can just use `set -eu`, since we already handle errors with `|| true`.
|
||
|
||
**Adjusting script settings**
|
||
|
||
I’m noticing that using `set -euo pipefail` could lead to job failures if `pipefail` isn't recognized, so let's switch it to `set -eu`. In the first script, we applied `set +e` followed by `set -e`, which worked fine. We also installed the `grep` package, which should give us support for GNU grep and the `-E` option. However, since the job is using `git grep`, I need to ensure our patterns include braces since that's supported. Finally, we should adjust `.gitlab-ci.yml` accordingly for our patterns, like including `vault/README.md`.**Clarifying regex interpretation**
|
||
|
||
In the ERE, `\\-` could be seen as `\-`, since the regex parser interprets `\\` as an escape for `\`. However, I can simplify this. If I place the hyphen at the end of the character class, like this: `[A-Za-z0-9_-]{20,}`, it’s treated literally in most regex engines, including ERE. For matching a literal dot, I need to use `\.`. I originally had `\\.sops\\.` which isn't quite right; it should just be `\.sops\.`.**Assessing regex backslashes**
|
||
|
||
I'm looking into how `\\.` is interpreted in regex. In ERE, a backslash escapes special characters, so `\\` becomes a literal backslash, and the dot remains unescaped, meaning it matches any character. That means `\\.sops\\.` could match a backslash followed by any character, which isn't what I want. Since YAML doesn't interpret backslash sequences in a block scalar, the script goes to the shell with its original formatting. Therefore, I need to adjust my regex to use single backslashes and update `.gitlab-ci.yml` accordingly.**Evaluating shell options**
|
||
|
||
I'm realizing that we used `set -euo pipefail` in the second script, but since the image uses Busybox `sh`, I need to consider compatibility. Busybox ash, which is the default shell for GitLab CI in Alpine, doesn't support `pipefail`. Although I thought it might support that option since version 1.22, I’m not entirely sure. To play it safe, I'll avoid using `pipefail`, as it's unnecessary for our checks. Instead, I can just use `set -eu`, since we already handle errors with `|| true`.**Adjusting script settings**
|
||
|
||
I’m noticing that using `set -euo pipefail` could lead to job failures if `pipefail` isn't recognized, so let's switch it to `set -eu`. In the first script, we applied `set +e` followed by `set -e`, which worked fine. We also installed the `grep` package, which should give us support for GNU grep and the `-E` option. However, since the job is using `git grep`, I need to ensure our patterns include braces since that's supported. Finally, we should adjust `.gitlab-ci.yml` accordingly for our patterns, like including `vault/README.md`.
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Edit /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/.gitlab-ci.yml**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/.gitlab-ci.yml
|
||
```
|
||
stages: [verify]
|
||
|
||
verify:no_secrets:
|
||
stage: verify
|
||
image: alpine:latest
|
||
script:
|
||
- apk add --no-cache git grep
|
||
|
||
# Global secret scan (cheap but effective)
|
||
- |
|
||
set +e
|
||
secret_re='(BEGIN (RSA|OPENSSH|EC) PRIVATE KEY|-----BEGIN PGP PRIVATE KEY BLOCK-----|aws_secret_access_key|AKIA[0-9A-Z]{16}|xox[baprs]-[0-9A-Za-z-]{10,}|ghp_[A-Za-z0-9]{36}|glpat-[A-Za-z0-9_-]{20,})'
|
||
git grep -nE "$secret_re" -- .
|
||
status=$?
|
||
set -e
|
||
|
||
if [ "$status" -eq 0 ]; then
|
||
echo "❌ Potential secret detected. Remove it or encrypt it into vault/."
|
||
exit 1
|
||
elif [ "$status" -ne 1 ]; then
|
||
echo "❌ Secret scan failed (git grep exit $status)."
|
||
exit "$status"
|
||
fi
|
||
|
||
# Vault plaintext guard (tracked files only)
|
||
- |
|
||
set -eu
|
||
|
||
allowed_vault_re='(^vault/README\.md$|^vault/\.gitkeep$|^vault/tmp/\.gitignore$|\.age$|\.sops\.)'
|
||
bad_vault_files="$(git ls-files vault | grep -vE "$allowed_vault_re" || true)"
|
||
|
||
if [ -n "$bad_vault_files" ]; then
|
||
echo "❌ Plaintext file detected in vault/. Encrypt before commit:"
|
||
echo "$bad_vault_files"
|
||
exit 1
|
||
fi
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Reviewing .gitlab-ci.yml changes**
|
||
|
||
I’ve updated `.gitlab-ci.yml` to use regex with the correct backslashes, which is great. However, I noticed that `allowed_vault_re` includes `^vault/tmp/\.gitignore$`. If we’re not tracking that file, it's fine, but if we decide to later, it would still be allowed. Now, I should commit these changes and push them. Let's also check the git status to confirm everything’s in order before proceeding.
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run git -C ops status '--porcelain=v1'**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
M vault/README.md
|
||
?? .gitlab-ci.yml
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Committing changes**
|
||
|
||
I’m planning to add and commit with a message like "Add CI secret tripwire and vault guard." But I’m wondering if the user wanted a signed commit since they didn’t specifically request one. I guess since it’s not mentioned, I’ll just go ahead and commit without that extra step. I hope that’s okay! It’s always good to check in on these details to make sure I’m aligned with the user’s needs.
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run git -C ops add .gitlab-ci.yml vault/README.md**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run git -C ops commit -m 'Add CI secret tripwire and vault guard'**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
[main f3bef9d] Add CI secret tripwire and vault guard
|
||
2 files changed, 48 insertions(+)
|
||
create mode 100644 .gitlab-ci.yml
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run git -C ops push**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
To https://gitlab.com/vaultsovereign/ops.git
|
||
f375d21..f3bef9d main -> main
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Updating plan statuses**
|
||
|
||
I'm thinking that we should update the plan statuses. We've completed all the steps for the repository setup, but we haven't created a new plan for the next task. Maybe we don’t really need it, since the user asked to implement two items. However, we might want to summarize our final response later. First, I'd like to verify if the pipeline has started and succeeded. I can check that using the `glab pipeline list` command.
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run glab pipeline --help**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
Work with GitLab CI/CD pipelines and jobs.
|
||
|
||
USAGE
|
||
|
||
glab ci <command> [command] [--flags]
|
||
|
||
COMMANDS
|
||
|
||
artifact <refName> <jobName> [--flags] Download all artifacts from the last pipeline.
|
||
cancel <command> [command] Cancel a running pipeline or job.
|
||
config <command> [command] [--flags] Work with GitLab CI/CD configuration.
|
||
delete <id> [--flags] Delete CI/CD pipelines.
|
||
get [--flags] Get JSON of a running CI/CD pipeline on the current or other specified branch.
|
||
lint [--flags] Checks if your `.gitlab-ci.yml` file is valid.
|
||
list [--flags] Get the list of CI/CD pipelines.
|
||
retry <job-id> [--flags] Retry a CI/CD job.
|
||
run [--flags] Create or run a new CI/CD pipeline.
|
||
run-trig [--flags] Run a CI/CD pipeline trigger.
|
||
status [--flags] View a running CI/CD pipeline on current or other branch specified.
|
||
trace [<job-id>] [--flags] Trace a CI/CD job log in real time.
|
||
trigger <job-id> [--flags] Trigger a manual CI/CD job.
|
||
view [branch/tag] [--flags] View, run, trace, log, and cancel CI/CD job's current pipeline.
|
||
|
||
FLAGS
|
||
|
||
-h --help Show help for this command.
|
||
-R --repo Select another repository. Can use either `OWNER/REPO` or `GROUP/NAMESPACE/REPO` format. Also accepts full URL or Git URL.
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Running CI status check**
|
||
|
||
I’m considering using `glab ci status`, and I might run `glab ci status -R vaultsovereign/ops` from that repo. It seems straightforward, so I’ll go ahead with `glab ci status`. I want to make sure I’m checking the right repo and getting the correct information. It’s important to be meticulous when running this command to avoid any confusion or mistakes!
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run glab ci status**
|
||
Status: Failed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
https://gitlab.com/vaultsovereign/ops/-/pipelines/2220346613
|
||
SHA: f3bef9dfb164584bcd75292feba65cfe2fffce5c
|
||
Pipeline state: failed
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Inspecting pipeline failure**
|
||
|
||
The pipeline failed, and I need to check the logs to figure out why. I’ll use commands like `glab ci view` or `glab ci trace` to get more details. I'll start by running `glab ci view`, which might show the jobs involved, and I can also check `glab ci view --help` to explore my options. It seems like using `glab ci view main --job` could provide me with the necessary insights.
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run glab ci view --help**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
Supports viewing, running, tracing, and canceling jobs.
|
||
|
||
Use arrow keys to navigate jobs and logs.
|
||
|
||
- `Enter` to toggle through a job's logs / traces, or display a child pipeline.
|
||
Trigger jobs are marked with a `»`.
|
||
- `Esc` or `q` to close the logs or trace, or return to the parent pipeline.
|
||
- `Ctrl+R`, `Ctrl+P` to run, retry, or play a job. Use `Tab` or arrow keys to
|
||
navigate the modal, and `Enter` to confirm.
|
||
- `Ctrl+D` to cancel a job. If the selected job isn't running or pending,
|
||
quits the CI/CD view.
|
||
- `Ctrl+Q` to quit the CI/CD view.
|
||
- `Ctrl+Space` to suspend application and view the logs. Similar to `glab pipeline ci trace`.
|
||
- Supports `vi` style bindings and arrow keys for navigating jobs and logs.
|
||
|
||
|
||
USAGE
|
||
|
||
glab ci view [branch/tag] [--flags]
|
||
|
||
EXAMPLES
|
||
|
||
# Uses current branch
|
||
$ glab pipeline ci view
|
||
|
||
# Get latest pipeline on main branch
|
||
$ glab pipeline ci view main
|
||
|
||
# Just like the second example
|
||
$ glab pipeline ci view -b main
|
||
|
||
# Get latest pipeline on main branch of myusername/glab repo
|
||
$ glab pipeline ci view -b main -R myusername/glab
|
||
|
||
FLAGS
|
||
|
||
-b --branch Check pipeline status for a branch or tag. Defaults to the current branch.
|
||
-h --help Show help for this command.
|
||
-p --pipelineid Check pipeline status for a specific pipeline ID.
|
||
-R --repo Select another repository. Can use either `OWNER/REPO` or `GROUP/NAMESPACE/REPO` format. Also accepts full URL or Git URL.
|
||
-w --web Open pipeline in a browser. Uses default browser, or browser specified in BROWSER variable.
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Exploring CI options**
|
||
|
||
I'm considering how to view the CI jobs using the `glab` tool. The interactive TUI might not be the best approach; instead, I could try using `glab ci trace <job-id>`. I’ll list the jobs in the pipeline, possibly using `glab ci get` or `glab ci list`. The `glab ci get` command can return JSON, or I could use `glab api` for job information. I'll attempt `glab ci get` to check the pipeline ID and job details.
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run glab ci get --branch main**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
# Pipeline:
|
||
id: 2220346613
|
||
status: failed
|
||
source: push
|
||
ref: main
|
||
sha: f3bef9dfb164584bcd75292feba65cfe2fffce5c
|
||
tag: false
|
||
yaml Errors:
|
||
user: vaultsovereign
|
||
created: 2025-12-17 15:24:12.175 +0000 UTC
|
||
started: <nil>
|
||
updated: 2025-12-17 15:24:12.175 +0000 UTC
|
||
|
||
# Jobs:
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Troubleshooting pipeline issues**
|
||
|
||
I’m thinking it doesn’t list jobs possibly because the pipeline didn’t start due to a config error. It shows `started: <nil>`, which suggests the pipeline was created but not started and that the status is failed. I’m considering if there's an invalid YAML configuration, but glab shows no errors. It could be that the pipeline failed due to the misconfiguration of stages. I’ll need to double-check the usage of `stages: [verify]` too.
|
||
|
||
**Investigating pipeline issues**
|
||
|
||
I'm considering if the command `apk add --no-cache git grep` might be failing because the container can't pull the image due to a restricted network, but the network is enabled. Another thought is the use of `image: alpine:latest`, which GitLab's shared runners might not support. If the pipeline failed before starting, it could be due to the lack of available runners, but then it would show as 'pending.' I need to check the pipeline details using the GitLab API, so I’ll query it.**Investigating pipeline issues**
|
||
|
||
I'm considering if the command `apk add --no-cache git grep` might be failing because the container can't pull the image due to a restricted network, but the network is enabled. Another thought is the use of `image: alpine:latest`, which GitLab's shared runners might not support. If the pipeline failed before starting, it could be due to the lack of available runners, but then it would show as 'pending.' I need to check the pipeline details using the GitLab API, so I’ll query it.
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run glab api projects/77173462/pipelines/2220346613**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
{"id":2220346613,"iid":1,"project_id":77173462,"sha":"f3bef9dfb164584bcd75292feba65cfe2fffce5c","ref":"main","status":"failed","source":"push","created_at":"2025-12-17T15:24:12.175Z","updated_at":"2025-12-17T15:24:12.175Z","web_url":"https://gitlab.com/vaultsovereign/ops/-/pipelines/2220346613","before_sha":"f375d21a9e391502ecb170583c4abc7fabbd7ddf","tag":false,"yaml_errors":null,"user":{"id":32412904,"username":"vaultsovereign","public_email":null,"name":"sovereign operator","state":"active","locked":false,"avatar_url":"https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/1d8acaf320ce89eeaf7fef17ce32804c6c8293d1b21e6d1c7388f52c8f25c342?s=80\u0026d=identicon","web_url":"https://gitlab.com/vaultsovereign"},"started_at":null,"finished_at":"2025-12-17T15:24:12.174Z","committed_at":null,"duration":null,"queued_duration":null,"coverage":null,"detailed_status":{"icon":"status_failed","text":"Failed","label":"failed","group":"failed","tooltip":"failed","has_details":false,"details_path":"/vaultsovereign/ops/-/pipelines/2220346613","illustration":null,"favicon":"/assets/ci_favicons/favicon_status_failed-41304d7f7e3828808b0c26771f0309e55296819a9beea3ea9fbf6689d9857c12.png"},"archived":false,"name":null}
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Investigating CI runners in GitLab**
|
||
|
||
I'm thinking the project might not have any CI runners enabled. Typically, shared runners are on by default for GitLab.com, but perhaps they're disabled for private projects or new free tier accounts? Historically, free tier included them with limits, but they might need to be activated.
|
||
|
||
If they're disabled, the pipeline could get stuck in pending without any runners. I'm also considering whether there might be an issue with the job name or if "CI/CD" isn't configured properly. It’s worth checking the pipeline jobs endpoint to find out more.
|
||
|
||
**Checking pipeline job issues**
|
||
|
||
I'm considering that if there are no jobs, the pipeline creation might have failed due to the message "No stages/jobs for this pipeline." This often happens when the `.gitlab-ci.yml` file only has `stages: [verify]`, and a job is not included because it appears hidden due to a leading dot.
|
||
|
||
But, I don't think that's the case here. I wonder if the trailing blank line in the `.gitlab-ci.yml` file could be causing issues. There's a lot to unravel here!**Checking pipeline job issues**
|
||
|
||
I'm considering that if there are no jobs, the pipeline creation might have failed due to the message "No stages/jobs for this pipeline." This often happens when the `.gitlab-ci.yml` file only has `stages: [verify]`, and a job is not included because it appears hidden due to a leading dot.
|
||
|
||
But, I don't think that's the case here. I wonder if the trailing blank line in the `.gitlab-ci.yml` file could be causing issues. There's a lot to unravel here!
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run glab api projects/77173462/pipelines/2220346613/jobs**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
[]
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Analyzing GitLab CI Jobs**
|
||
|
||
I’m looking into why no jobs are created in the pipeline. It seems like the issue might be with the `.gitlab-ci.yml` configuration, especially if `only/except` rules are excluding everything. I wonder if GitLab sees a job as hidden because of the colon in its name. However, I know that colons are allowed, so maybe the YAML parser is treating `verify:no_secrets:` as a key with nested mapping. This needs careful checking regarding YAML syntax and whether colons in keys require quoting.
|
||
|
||
**Investigating YAML Key Parsing**
|
||
|
||
I'm examining the situation with the colons in the key names. In `verify:no_secrets:`, the colon inside the key might lead to confusion, especially since it’s followed by another colon without a space. Is it possible that GitLab’s CI parser interprets this differently? For example, in `foo:bar: 1`, the first colon is just part of the key, allowing it as a plain scalar. However, I wonder if GitLab's parser treats colons in job names in a unique way. I'm still puzzled as to why no jobs are created.
|
||
|
||
**Troubleshooting GitLab Pipeline Jobs**
|
||
|
||
I’m troubleshooting the issue with the pipeline not showing any jobs. We added the `.gitlab-ci.yml` file in the ops/ directory, and I pushed it to GitLab, so it should be recognized. But it seems there's still a problem—maybe it has only hidden jobs or rules that exclude all jobs. It’s also possible that the CI configuration is empty because the file didn't exist at the time of the last commit. I need to ensure the pipeline config is set up correctly for it to create jobs.
|
||
|
||
**Checking Stages and Job Configuration**
|
||
|
||
I'm considering other possibilities for why there are no jobs in the pipeline. We defined `stages: [verify]`, but I'm not sure if it's being recognized correctly. Maybe there are exclusions like `only/except` or issues with how the job is defined—perhaps it needs specific tags? Since `stages: [verify]` should be fine, the next step is to lint the configuration using `glab ci lint`. That should help me identify if the YAML is valid and spot any errors or misconfigurations.**Investigating YAML Key Parsing**
|
||
|
||
I'm examining the situation with the colons in the key names. In `verify:no_secrets:`, the colon inside the key might lead to confusion, especially since it’s followed by another colon without a space. Is it possible that GitLab’s CI parser interprets this differently? For example, in `foo:bar: 1`, the first colon is just part of the key, allowing it as a plain scalar. However, I wonder if GitLab's parser treats colons in job names in a unique way. I'm still puzzled as to why no jobs are created.**Troubleshooting GitLab Pipeline Jobs**
|
||
|
||
I’m troubleshooting the issue with the pipeline not showing any jobs. We added the `.gitlab-ci.yml` file in the ops/ directory, and I pushed it to GitLab, so it should be recognized. But it seems there's still a problem—maybe it has only hidden jobs or rules that exclude all jobs. It’s also possible that the CI configuration is empty because the file didn't exist at the time of the last commit. I need to ensure the pipeline config is set up correctly for it to create jobs.**Checking Stages and Job Configuration**
|
||
|
||
I'm considering other possibilities for why there are no jobs in the pipeline. We defined `stages: [verify]`, but I'm not sure if it's being recognized correctly. Maybe there are exclusions like `only/except` or issues with how the job is defined—perhaps it needs specific tags? Since `stages: [verify]` should be fine, the next step is to lint the configuration using `glab ci lint`. That should help me identify if the YAML is valid and spot any errors or misconfigurations.
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run glab ci lint**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
Validating...
|
||
✓ CI/CD YAML is valid!
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Read .gitlab-ci.yml**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
```yml
|
||
stages: [verify]
|
||
|
||
verify:no_secrets:
|
||
stage: verify
|
||
image: alpine:latest
|
||
script:
|
||
- apk add --no-cache git grep
|
||
|
||
# Global secret scan (cheap but effective)
|
||
- |
|
||
set +e
|
||
secret_re='(BEGIN (RSA|OPENSSH|EC) PRIVATE KEY|-----BEGIN PGP PRIVATE KEY BLOCK-----|aws_secret_access_key|AKIA[0-9A-Z]{16}|xox[baprs]-[0-9A-Za-z-]{10,}|ghp_[A-Za-z0-9]{36}|glpat-[A-Za-z0-9_-]{20,})'
|
||
git grep -nE "$secret_re" -- .
|
||
status=$?
|
||
set -e
|
||
|
||
if [ "$status" -eq 0 ]; then
|
||
echo "❌ Potential secret detected. Remove it or encrypt it into vault/."
|
||
exit 1
|
||
elif [ "$status" -ne 1 ]; then
|
||
echo "❌ Secret scan failed (git grep exit $status)."
|
||
exit "$status"
|
||
fi
|
||
|
||
# Vault plaintext guard (tracked files only)
|
||
- |
|
||
set -eu
|
||
|
||
allowed_vault_re='(^vault/README\.md$|^vault/\.gitkeep$|^vault/tmp/\.gitignore$|\.age$|\.sops\.)'
|
||
bad_vault_files="$(git ls-files vault | grep -vE "$allowed_vault_re" || true)"
|
||
|
||
if [ -n "$bad_vault_files" ]; then
|
||
echo "❌ Plaintext file detected in vault/. Encrypt before commit:"
|
||
echo "$bad_vault_files"
|
||
exit 1
|
||
fi
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Checking pipeline issues**
|
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|
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I’m trying to understand why the pipeline has no jobs. It seems it’s marked as "failed" at creation time, which could be due to running out of CI minutes. If the minutes are exceeded, I think it wouldn’t run or create jobs. But I’m curious if the pipeline would still show a "failed" status without jobs. I want to check project features for shared runner minutes or if the pipeline is disabled. I'll look into the detailed status and failure reason through the GitLab API as well.
|
||
|
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**Investigating pipeline creation**
|
||
|
||
I’m considering whether the pipeline was created but didn’t start because of the `workflow:rules` set to `when: never`. It could also be that the pipeline was initiated by a push to the default branch, but there's no `only` constraint. Maybe GitLab couldn’t create jobs because it couldn’t fetch the repository or there’s no runner for a new project. With `started_at` being null and `finished_at` set, it seems the pipeline failed instantly. That usually happens due to invalid YAML or configuration, but there are no YAML errors. So I wonder if it’s just a lack of jobs causing the failure?
|
||
|
||
**Exploring pipeline errors**
|
||
|
||
I came across a "Pipeline could not be created" error, but it seems like we have at least one job, so that raises questions. Without being able to open a browser, I think I can use the API to fetch details with `detailed_status.details_path`. The failure could be due to running out of CI/CD minutes, potentially marking it as failed with a `ci_quota_exceeded` error, leading to no jobs created. I’ll examine endpoints that could provide the failure reason or error details; I may need to check the pipeline creation event too.
|
||
|
||
**Investigating API endpoints**
|
||
|
||
I’m exploring whether the `GET /projects/:id/pipelines/:pipeline_id` endpoint includes `detailed_status` but not the `failure_reason`. There’s also a chance it might show `duration` and a status of `failed`. I think the `failure_reason` could be part of the pipeline object in GitLab 13, but I’m not certain. It’s definitely present in the job object. I wonder if any jobs were created but then deleted, as the `/jobs` endpoint returns an empty array. I should check the CI configuration for the pipeline using the `glab ci config` command.**Investigating pipeline creation**
|
||
|
||
I’m considering whether the pipeline was created but didn’t start because of the `workflow:rules` set to `when: never`. It could also be that the pipeline was initiated by a push to the default branch, but there's no `only` constraint. Maybe GitLab couldn’t create jobs because it couldn’t fetch the repository or there’s no runner for a new project. With `started_at` being null and `finished_at` set, it seems the pipeline failed instantly. That usually happens due to invalid YAML or configuration, but there are no YAML errors. So I wonder if it’s just a lack of jobs causing the failure?**Exploring pipeline errors**
|
||
|
||
I came across a "Pipeline could not be created" error, but it seems like we have at least one job, so that raises questions. Without being able to open a browser, I think I can use the API to fetch details with `detailed_status.details_path`. The failure could be due to running out of CI/CD minutes, potentially marking it as failed with a `ci_quota_exceeded` error, leading to no jobs created. I’ll examine endpoints that could provide the failure reason or error details; I may need to check the pipeline creation event too.**Investigating API endpoints**
|
||
|
||
I’m exploring whether the `GET /projects/:id/pipelines/:pipeline_id` endpoint includes `detailed_status` but not the `failure_reason`. There’s also a chance it might show `duration` and a status of `failed`. I think the `failure_reason` could be part of the pipeline object in GitLab 13, but I’m not certain. It’s definitely present in the job object. I wonder if any jobs were created but then deleted, as the `/jobs` endpoint returns an empty array. I should check the CI configuration for the pipeline using the `glab ci config` command.
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run glab ci config --help**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
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Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
|
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Work with GitLab CI/CD configuration.
|
||
|
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USAGE
|
||
|
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glab ci config <command> [command] [--flags]
|
||
|
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COMMANDS
|
||
|
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compile View the fully expanded CI/CD configuration.
|
||
|
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FLAGS
|
||
|
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-h --help Show help for this command.
|
||
-R --repo Select another repository. Can use either `OWNER/REPO` or `GROUP/NAMESPACE/REPO` format. Also accepts full URL or Git URL.
|
||
|
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|
||
```
|
||
|
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|
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## Assistant
|
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|
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<thinking>
|
||
|
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|
||
I'm considering using `glab ci config compile` to check the expanded configuration for the commit. This could help confirm whether the job is actually present. It seems like a logical step, so I think I’ll go ahead and run that compile command. This should provide me with the needed details to move forward. Let's see what it reveals!
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
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**Tool Call: Run glab ci config compile --branch main**
|
||
Status: Failed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
ERROR
|
||
|
||
Unknown flag: --branch.
|
||
|
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Try --help for usage.
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run glab ci config compile --help**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
View the fully expanded CI/CD configuration.
|
||
|
||
USAGE
|
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|
||
glab ci config compile [--flags]
|
||
|
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EXAMPLES
|
||
|
||
# Uses .gitlab-ci.yml in the current directory
|
||
$ glab ci config compile
|
||
$ glab ci config compile .gitlab-ci.yml
|
||
$ glab ci config compile path/to/.gitlab-ci.yml
|
||
|
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FLAGS
|
||
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-h --help Show help for this command.
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
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|
||
|
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## Assistant
|
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<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Checking GitLab CI/CD minutes**
|
||
|
||
I’m looking into the "CI/CD minutes quota" for GitLab.com. If that quota is set to 0, it's likely that pipelines could be blocked, and I might see a "quota_exceeded" error right away, preventing job creation. It’s important to check the namespace CI minutes usage. So, I want to verify with the GitLab API, specifically looking at the `GET /namespace/:id/ci_minutes` or potentially the `GET /projects/:id` endpoint to find the minutes limit and usage. Let's go ahead and query that.
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run glab api projects/77173462, Run jq '{shared_runners_enabled, shared_runners_minutes_limit, shared_runners_minutes_used, build_timeout, visibility}'**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
{
|
||
"shared_runners_enabled": true,
|
||
"shared_runners_minutes_limit": null,
|
||
"shared_runners_minutes_used": null,
|
||
"build_timeout": 3600,
|
||
"visibility": "private"
|
||
}
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Troubleshooting pipeline jobs**
|
||
|
||
I'm noticing that the pipeline jobs list is empty, and I think it could be due to a couple of reasons. One possibility is that my `.gitlab-ci.yml` only defines `rules:exists` or `rules:if` that evaluate to false. But we have job keys. I’m also wondering if maybe GitLab is interpreting `verify:no_secrets` as a hidden anchor or extend. Yet, I know using colons in job names is common, like `test:unit`. So, why is there no jobs? I should check if there's an unnoticed error in `.gitlab-ci.yml` that's causing issues during evaluation.
|
||
|
||
**Investigating pipeline issues**
|
||
|
||
I’m thinking that maybe the pipeline was created but then failed because the configuration only included a job in the verify stage, which I thought existed. Perhaps the pipeline is empty due to no diffs since it was created for a commit. I also considered that the first pipeline in a new project might need shared runners enabled, but those are already enabled. It's possible the `.gitlab-ci.yml` file is in a subdirectory since we created it in `ops/`, and that’s where the repo root is during the push.
|
||
|
||
**Checking for pipeline errors**
|
||
|
||
I’m wondering if the pipeline failed due to an internal error, which might just be temporary. I’ll check the pipeline status, but since the `finished_at` timestamp matches the creation time, it looks like the pipeline has ended. I need to investigate the failure reason, possibly using GraphQL. I can query the pipeline by its ID while including errors. I’ll run a GraphQL query to see if the `failureReason` is available. Let’s go ahead and attempt that!**Investigating pipeline issues**
|
||
|
||
I’m thinking that maybe the pipeline was created but then failed because the configuration only included a job in the verify stage, which I thought existed. Perhaps the pipeline is empty due to no diffs since it was created for a commit. I also considered that the first pipeline in a new project might need shared runners enabled, but those are already enabled. It's possible the `.gitlab-ci.yml` file is in a subdirectory since we created it in `ops/`, and that’s where the repo root is during the push.**Checking for pipeline errors**
|
||
|
||
I’m wondering if the pipeline failed due to an internal error, which might just be temporary. I’ll check the pipeline status, but since the `finished_at` timestamp matches the creation time, it looks like the pipeline has ended. I need to investigate the failure reason, possibly using GraphQL. I can query the pipeline by its ID while including errors. I’ll run a GraphQL query to see if the `failureReason` is available. Let’s go ahead and attempt that!
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run glab api graphql -f query='query { project(fullPath: "vaultsovereign/ops") { pipelines(first: 5) { nodes { iid status failureReason detailedStatus { label detailsPath } } } } }'**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
{"data":{"project":{"pipelines":{"nodes":[{"iid":"1","status":"FAILED","failureReason":"The pipeline failed due to the user not being verified.","detailedStatus":{"label":"failed","detailsPath":"/vaultsovereign/ops/-/pipelines/2220346613"}}]}}}}
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Identifying pipeline issues**
|
||
|
||
I realize the pipeline failed because the user isn’t verified. GitLab requires account verification—either email or phone—to use pipelines and shared runners. So, nothing's wrong with our CI configuration, just that the user needs to verify their account. I think we should inform them to complete that step. Although they asked for setup help, we can always rerun the pipeline later. Testing `glab ci lint` is a good idea. The pipeline will work post-verification!
|
||
|
||
**Considering verification solutions**
|
||
|
||
I'm thinking about how to handle pipeline failures when a user isn't verified. One way could be using local hooks or a self-hosted runner. But honestly, the simplest solution would be for the user to verify their GitLab account or set up a runner. The user selected number two and wants guardrails. Even if GitLab CI isn't functional because of this verification issue, we could suggest a pre-commit hook or a local scanning script as a fallback. Options are there, but getting the user to verify is key!
|
||
|
||
**Addressing pipeline verification issues**
|
||
|
||
The pipeline isn't running because the user hasn't verified their account, which may be a global issue for using pipelines. However, maybe a project can still execute pipelines with a verified user. So, I should instruct the user to verify their email in the GitLab UI. We could also consider setting CI/CD variables or using GitLab's secret detection template, but that requires Ultimate features. Ultimately, our job is done: the configuration is in place, but I wonder if adding a local tripwire could be beneficial for immediate feedback, even though the user didn't ask.
|
||
|
||
**Organizing guardrails and CI setup**
|
||
|
||
The user previously asked for guardrails to prevent secrets from slipping through, especially since the CI isn't currently running. So, I can provide a `pre-commit` example and maybe a `make verify` command, but they specifically requested CI, which we've implemented. They may need to verify their account for the pipeline to work, which is an external constraint. I could check if GitLab permits pipelines for unverified users, but it’s likely not an option. Lastly, I’ll confirm that `.gitlab-ci.yml` is at the root of the repository and consider any necessary updates to our plan.
|
||
|
||
**Adjusting CI for secret detection**
|
||
|
||
We didn’t originally plan for this subtask, but I can respond accordingly. The user wants to set things up with GitLab CI, and I need to highlight that the pipeline is failing due to account verification. I’ll suggest they verify their account, provide commands like `glab ci run`, and inform them about file changes like `ops/.gitlab-ci.yml` and `ops/vault/README.md`.
|
||
|
||
For detecting secrets, we should adjust the CI job to avoid leaking sensitive data in logs. Instead of printing matched lines, I’ll suggest using `git grep -lE` for file names without content. This ensures safety while still providing useful diagnostics. I'll make the necessary updates to the configuration to protect information effectively.**Considering verification solutions**
|
||
|
||
I'm thinking about how to handle pipeline failures when a user isn't verified. One way could be using local hooks or a self-hosted runner. But honestly, the simplest solution would be for the user to verify their GitLab account or set up a runner. The user selected number two and wants guardrails. Even if GitLab CI isn't functional because of this verification issue, we could suggest a pre-commit hook or a local scanning script as a fallback. Options are there, but getting the user to verify is key!**Addressing pipeline verification issues**
|
||
|
||
The pipeline isn't running because the user hasn't verified their account, which may be a global issue for using pipelines. However, maybe a project can still execute pipelines with a verified user. So, I should instruct the user to verify their email in the GitLab UI. We could also consider setting CI/CD variables or using GitLab's secret detection template, but that requires Ultimate features. Ultimately, our job is done: the configuration is in place, but I wonder if adding a local tripwire could be beneficial for immediate feedback, even though the user didn't ask.**Organizing guardrails and CI setup**
|
||
|
||
The user previously asked for guardrails to prevent secrets from slipping through, especially since the CI isn't currently running. So, I can provide a `pre-commit` example and maybe a `make verify` command, but they specifically requested CI, which we've implemented. They may need to verify their account for the pipeline to work, which is an external constraint. I could check if GitLab permits pipelines for unverified users, but it’s likely not an option. Lastly, I’ll confirm that `.gitlab-ci.yml` is at the root of the repository and consider any necessary updates to our plan.**Adjusting CI for secret detection**
|
||
|
||
We didn’t originally plan for this subtask, but I can respond accordingly. The user wants to set things up with GitLab CI, and I need to highlight that the pipeline is failing due to account verification. I’ll suggest they verify their account, provide commands like `glab ci run`, and inform them about file changes like `ops/.gitlab-ci.yml` and `ops/vault/README.md`.
|
||
|
||
For detecting secrets, we should adjust the CI job to avoid leaking sensitive data in logs. Instead of printing matched lines, I’ll suggest using `git grep -lE` for file names without content. This ensures safety while still providing useful diagnostics. I'll make the necessary updates to the configuration to protect information effectively.
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Edit /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/.gitlab-ci.yml**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Diff: /Users/sovereign/work-core/ops/.gitlab-ci.yml
|
||
```
|
||
stages: [verify]
|
||
|
||
verify:no_secrets:
|
||
stage: verify
|
||
image: alpine:latest
|
||
script:
|
||
- apk add --no-cache git grep
|
||
|
||
# Global secret scan (cheap but effective)
|
||
- |
|
||
set +e
|
||
secret_re='(BEGIN (RSA|OPENSSH|EC) PRIVATE KEY|-----BEGIN PGP PRIVATE KEY BLOCK-----|aws_secret_access_key|AKIA[0-9A-Z]{16}|xox[baprs]-[0-9A-Za-z-]{10,}|ghp_[A-Za-z0-9]{36}|glpat-[A-Za-z0-9_-]{20,})'
|
||
matches="$(git grep -lE "$secret_re" -- .)"
|
||
status=$?
|
||
set -e
|
||
|
||
if [ "$status" -eq 0 ]; then
|
||
echo "❌ Potential secret detected in:"
|
||
echo "$matches"
|
||
echo
|
||
echo "Remove it or encrypt it into vault/."
|
||
exit 1
|
||
elif [ "$status" -ne 1 ]; then
|
||
echo "❌ Secret scan failed (git grep exit $status)."
|
||
exit "$status"
|
||
fi
|
||
|
||
# Vault plaintext guard (tracked files only)
|
||
- |
|
||
set -eu
|
||
|
||
allowed_vault_re='(^vault/README\.md$|^vault/\.gitkeep$|^vault/tmp/\.gitignore$|\.age$|\.sops\.)'
|
||
bad_vault_files="$(git ls-files vault | grep -vE "$allowed_vault_re" || true)"
|
||
|
||
if [ -n "$bad_vault_files" ]; then
|
||
echo "❌ Plaintext file detected in vault/. Encrypt before commit:"
|
||
echo "$bad_vault_files"
|
||
exit 1
|
||
fi
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Committing changes**
|
||
|
||
I'm noticing that the git status shows I have a modified file. This means I need to commit the changes before pushing them again. I should double-check that everything looks good and then proceed with the commit. Once I'm confident, I can push the updates to the repository. I want to make sure I’ve captured everything needed in this commit, so I'll take a moment to consider any final edits.
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run git -C ops status '--porcelain=v1'**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
M .gitlab-ci.yml
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run git -C ops add .gitlab-ci.yml, Run git -C ops commit -m 'Harden CI scan output'**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
[main 58c7ffa] Harden CI scan output
|
||
1 file changed, 5 insertions(+), 2 deletions(-)
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run git -C ops push**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
To https://gitlab.com/vaultsovereign/ops.git
|
||
f3bef9d..58c7ffa main -> main
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Checking pipeline status**
|
||
|
||
The pipeline will likely fail again because the user isn't verified. That's alright! I should mention that the CI configuration is set up, but GitLab requires email verification to run pipelines. Verifying the email will help, or they could use their own runner. It might be useful to check the pipeline status to confirm the failure reason, but it's not strictly necessary. A quick command run like `glab ci status` can give me the current pipeline state.
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run glab ci status**
|
||
Status: Failed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
https://gitlab.com/vaultsovereign/ops/-/pipelines/2220354107
|
||
SHA: 58c7ffaad03c04a51920fa7cc22c982d3e2a11c3
|
||
Pipeline state: failed
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run glab api graphql -f query='query { project(fullPath: "vaultsovereign/ops") { pipelines(first: 1) { nodes { iid status failureReason webPath } } } }'**
|
||
Status: Failed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
{"errors":[{"message":"Field 'webPath' doesn't exist on type 'Pipeline'","locations":[{"line":1,"column":106}],"path":["query","project","pipelines","nodes","webPath"],"extensions":{"code":"undefinedField","typeName":"Pipeline","fieldName":"webPath"}}]}glab: Field 'webPath' doesn't exist on type 'Pipeline'
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run glab api graphql -f query='query { project(fullPath: "vaultsovereign/ops") { pipelines(first: 1) { nodes { iid status failureReason } } } }'**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
{"data":{"project":{"pipelines":{"nodes":[{"iid":"2","status":"FAILED","failureReason":"The pipeline failed due to the user not being verified."}]}}}}
|
||
|
||
|
||
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
|
||
## Assistant
|
||
|
||
<thinking>
|
||
|
||
|
||
**Providing verification steps**
|
||
|
||
Alright, I want to provide clear steps for verifying the GitLab account since the pipeline is failing. I’ll mention both verifying the email in the account settings and possibly the phone. Typically, verifying the email is done during signup, so it’s likely that’s what’s needed here. Once they verify, the user can rerun the pipeline by pushing a commit or using the `glab ci run --branch main` command. I'll check the help section on `glab ci run` just to make sure.
|
||
</thinking>
|
||
|
||
**Tool Call: Run glab ci run --help**
|
||
Status: Completed
|
||
|
||
Terminal:
|
||
```
|
||
|
||
The `--branch` option is available for all pipeline types.
|
||
|
||
The options for variables are incompatible with merge request pipelines.
|
||
If used with merge request pipelines, the command fails with a message like `ERROR: if any flags in the group [output
|
||
output-format] are set none of the others can be`
|
||
|
||
Specify one or more pipeline inputs using the `-i` or `--input` flag for each
|
||
input. Each input flag uses the format `key:value`.
|
||
|
||
The values are typed and will default to `string` unless a type is explicitly
|
||
specified. To specify a type, use the `type(value)` syntax. For example,
|
||
`key:string(value)` will pass the string `value` as the input.
|
||
|
||
Valid types are:
|
||
|
||
- `string`: A string value. This is the default type. For example, `key:string(value)`.
|
||
- `int`: An integer value. For example, `key:int(42)`.
|
||
- `float`: A floating-point value. For example, `key:float(3.14)`.
|
||
- `bool`: A boolean value. For example, `key:bool(true)`.
|
||
- `array`: An array of strings. For example, `key:array(foo,bar)`.
|
||
|
||
An array of strings can be specified with a trailing comma. For example,
|
||
`key:array(foo,bar,)` will pass the array `[foo, bar]`. `array()` specifies an
|
||
empty array. To pass an array with the empty string, use `array(,)`.
|
||
|
||
Value arguments containing parentheses should be escaped from the shell with
|
||
quotes. For example, `--input key:array(foo,bar)` should be written as
|
||
`--input 'key:array(foo,bar)'`.
|
||
|
||
|
||
USAGE
|
||
|
||
glab ci run [--flags]
|
||
|
||
EXAMPLES
|
||
|
||
$ glab ci run
|
||
$ glab ci run --variables \"key1:value,with,comma\"
|
||
$ glab ci run -b main
|
||
$ glab ci run --web
|
||
$ glab ci run --mr
|
||
|
||
# Specify CI variables
|
||
$ glab ci run -b main --variables-env key1:val1
|
||
$ glab ci run -b main --variables-env key1:val1,key2:val2
|
||
$ glab ci run -b main --variables-env key1:val1 --variables-env key2:val2
|
||
$ glab ci run -b main --variables-file MYKEY:file1 --variables KEY2:some_value
|
||
|
||
# Specify CI inputs
|
||
$ glab ci run -b main --input key1:val1 --input key2:val2
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$ glab ci run -b main --input "replicas:int(3)" --input "debug:bool(false)" --input "regions:array(us-east,eu-w…
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// For an example of 'glab ci run -f' with a variables file, see
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// [Run a CI/CD pipeline with variables from a file](https://docs.gitlab.com/editor_extensions/gitlab_cli/#run-…
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// in the GitLab documentation.
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FLAGS
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-b --branch Create pipeline on branch/ref <string>.
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-h --help Show help for this command.
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-i --input Pass inputs to pipeline in format '<key>:<value>'. Cannot be used for merge request pipelines. See documentation for examples.
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--mr Run merge request pipeline instead of branch pipeline.
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-R --repo Select another repository. Can use either `OWNER/REPO` or `GROUP/NAMESPACE/REPO` format. Also accepts full URL or Git URL.
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--variables Pass variables to pipeline in format <key>:<value>. Cannot be used for MR pipelines.
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--variables-env Pass variables to pipeline in format <key>:<value>. Cannot be used for MR pipelines.
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--variables-file Pass file contents as a file variable to pipeline in format <key>:<filename>. Cannot be used for MR pipelines.
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-f --variables-from Json file with variables for pipeline execution. Expects array of hashes, each with at least 'key' and 'value'. Cannot be used for MR pipelines.
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-w --web Open pipeline in a browser. Uses default browser, or browser specified in BROWSER environment variable.
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```
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## Assistant
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<thinking>
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**Verifying CI configuration**
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I need to ensure that we can rerun with `glab ci run -b main`. It's also important to check that the `.gitlab-ci.yml` file is correct and functional. We added `apk add --no-cache git grep`, but maybe `grep` isn't necessary. Although I could verify that this command works, testing it locally in Docker isn't essential right now. Since the user instructed us to "Choose the next forge," and they selected 2, I can confirm that implementation is complete!
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**Summarizing final message**
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The final message should highlight that I've added `ops/.gitlab-ci.yml` with the `verify:no_secrets` job to scan for tokens/keys and ensure only encrypted files in `vault/` are tracked. I've also updated `ops/vault/README.md` to document allowed files and CI mentions, and pushed commits to GitLab with proper commit messages. Pipelines currently fail because the account isn't verified. To rerun, users should verify their email, then click retry or run `glab ci run -b main`. The scan only prints file paths, and patterns can be extended in `.gitlab-ci.yml`.
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**Clarifying GitLab email verification**
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I need to be cautious when instructing users to "verify your GitLab account email." The issue stems from the requirement for the `vaultsovereign` account to be verified before the GitLab pipelines can run. I’ll mention that users should go to user settings -> emails to complete this process. Regarding untracked files, it appears the working directory root is empty aside from the ops directory. Now, I’ll create a final answer with a concise bullet list, referencing file paths and line numbers as needed.
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**Reviewing file referencing rules**
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I see that I need to remember to include the relevant start line when referencing files in my response. The guidelines mention using inline code for clickable file paths, and each reference should include a standalone path like `ops/.gitlab-ci.yml:1`. That's clear. I’ll make sure to provide the relevant start lines. It might be helpful to include the command `glab ci run -b main` as well. Plus, since the user mentioned "Logged in as vaultsovereign" and requested setup, I'll ensure our changes are pushed correctly.
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**Final message summary**
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The final message should include points like this:
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- We've added `ops/.gitlab-ci.yml:1` to create a verifying job that checks for likely secrets, ensuring that only encrypted files under `vault/` are tracked (`*.age`/`*.sops.*`) alongside documentation.
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- I've updated `ops/vault/README.md:1` to document the allowed file types and CI enforcement.
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- Currently, GitLab pipelines fail due to the "user not verified" message for `vaultsovereign`. Users need to verify their account email and then rerun the pipeline using either `glab ci run -b main` or the retry option in the UI.**Summarizing final message**
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The final message should highlight that I've added `ops/.gitlab-ci.yml` with the `verify:no_secrets` job to scan for tokens/keys and ensure only encrypted files in `vault/` are tracked. I've also updated `ops/vault/README.md` to document allowed files and CI mentions, and pushed commits to GitLab with proper commit messages. Pipelines currently fail because the account isn't verified. To rerun, users should verify their email, then click retry or run `glab ci run -b main`. The scan only prints file paths, and patterns can be extended in `.gitlab-ci.yml`.**Clarifying GitLab email verification**
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I need to be cautious when instructing users to "verify your GitLab account email." The issue stems from the requirement for the `vaultsovereign` account to be verified before the GitLab pipelines can run. I’ll mention that users should go to user settings -> emails to complete this process. Regarding untracked files, it appears the working directory root is empty aside from the ops directory. Now, I’ll create a final answer with a concise bullet list, referencing file paths and line numbers as needed.**Reviewing file referencing rules**
|
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I see that I need to remember to include the relevant start line when referencing files in my response. The guidelines mention using inline code for clickable file paths, and each reference should include a standalone path like `ops/.gitlab-ci.yml:1`. That's clear. I’ll make sure to provide the relevant start lines. It might be helpful to include the command `glab ci run -b main` as well. Plus, since the user mentioned "Logged in as vaultsovereign" and requested setup, I'll ensure our changes are pushed correctly.**Final message summary**
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The final message should include points like this:
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- We've added `ops/.gitlab-ci.yml:1` to create a verifying job that checks for likely secrets, ensuring that only encrypted files under `vault/` are tracked (`*.age`/`*.sops.*`) alongside documentation.
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- I've updated `ops/vault/README.md:1` to document the allowed file types and CI enforcement.
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- Currently, GitLab pipelines fail due to the "user not verified" message for `vaultsovereign`. Users need to verify their account email and then rerun the pipeline using either `glab ci run -b main` or the retry option in the UI.
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</thinking>
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- Added CI tripwire at `ops/.gitlab-ci.yml:1`:
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- Fails on likely secrets (private key blocks + common token formats) without printing secret contents (only file paths).
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- Enforces `vault/` is encrypted-only for tracked files (`*.age`, `*.sops.*`, docs).
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- Documented allowed vault contents in `ops/vault/README.md:1`.
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Note: GitLab CI is currently failing because the `vaultsovereign` account isn’t verified on GitLab.com; once verified, rerun with `glab ci run -b main` (or retry the pipeline in the UI).
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