Genesis Ecosystem Repository Structure

Overview

This document defines the recommended repository structure for the Genesis Ecosystem Command Center, including branch organization, fork management, and development workflows. Following these guidelines will ensure consistent, maintainable, and secure development practices across the entire ecosystem.

Repository Organization

Core Repository Structure

The Genesis Ecosystem Command Center is organized into a monolithic repository with modular components:

genesis-ecosystem/
├── .github/                         # GitHub workflows and templates
├── api/                             # API modules for each component
├── docs/                            # Documentation
├── migrations/                      # Database migrations
├── models/                          # Data models
├── static/                          # Static assets
├── templates/                       # HTML templates
├── tests/                           # Test suites
├── utils/                           # Utility functions
├── app.py                           # Application initialization
├── main.py                          # Main application entry point
├── config.py                        # Configuration settings
├── requirements.txt                 # Dependencies
└── README.md                        # Project documentation

Module-Specific Organization

Each major functional area should maintain its own dedicated subdirectories:

1. Focus Mode System

   • models/focus.py
   • api/focus.py
   • templates/focus_*.html
   • static/js/focus-mode.js
   • tests/test_focus.py

2. License Management System

   • models/license.py
   • api/license.py
   • templates/license/*.html
   • static/js/license-dashboard.js
   • tests/test_license.py

3. Digital Identity System

   • models/identity.py
   • api/identity.py
   • templates/identity/*.html
   • static/js/identity-dashboard.js
   • tests/test_identity.py

4. Other Major Modules

   • Each follows the same pattern with dedicated files in appropriate directories

Branch Management Strategy

Primary Branches

The repository should maintain these permanent branches:

Branch	Purpose	Access Control
main	Production-ready code	Protected, requires approved PR
develop	Integration branch	Semi-protected, requires passing tests
staging	Pre-release testing	Protected, managed by release team

Feature Development Workflow

For all development work, follow this branching pattern:

1. Create a feature branch from develop:

   git checkout develop
   git pull
   git checkout -b feature/module-name/feature-description
   

2. Implement and test changes locally

3. Push branch and create a pull request to develop

4. After PR approval and CI/CD passing, merge to develop

5. Periodically merge develop into staging for integration testing

6. After testing, merge staging into main for release

Hotfix Process

For critical production fixes:

1. Create a hotfix branch from main:

   git checkout main
   git pull
   git checkout -b hotfix/issue-description
   

2. Fix the issue and test thoroughly

3. Create a PR to main with high priority

4. After merge to main, cherry-pick the fix to develop:

   git checkout develop
   git cherry-pick <commit-hash>
   git push
   

Release Management

For version releases:

1. Create a release branch from develop:

   git checkout develop
   git pull
   git checkout -b release/vX.Y.Z
   

2. Freeze features and focus on stabilization

3. Update version numbers and documentation

4. Merge to staging for final testing

5. After approval, merge to main and tag the release:

   git tag -a vX.Y.Z -m "Version X.Y.Z release"
   git push origin vX.Y.Z
   

Fork-Based Development Model

Core vs. Specialized Development

The Genesis Ecosystem uses a fork-based model for specialized module development:

1. Core Repository

   • Maintained by the primary development team
   • Contains the full system architecture
   • Manages integration of all components

2. Module-Specific Forks

   • Maintained by specialized teams
   • Focus on specific functional areas
   • Submit contributions back to core via PRs

Fork Structure

Fork Name	Purpose	Maintainer Team
genesis-ecosystem-core	Main system	Core Platform Team
license-management-system	License functionality	License Operations Team
digital-identity-platform	Identity management	Identity & Security Team
focus-mode-system	Productivity tools	User Experience Team
mixed-reality-development	Immersive experiences	Visualization Team
security-operations	Security enhancements	Security Team
quantum-systems	Advanced features	Research Team

Fork Synchronization

To maintain compatibility, follow these synchronization practices:

1. Regularly pull changes from upstream:

   git remote add upstream https://github.com/organization/genesis-ecosystem-core.git
   git fetch upstream
   git merge upstream/develop
   

2. Address any conflicts that arise

3. Push synchronized code to fork's development branch

4. Submit pull requests to upstream when features are complete

Development Workflow

Feature Implementation Process

1. Planning Phase

   • Create detailed specification
   • Document API contracts
   • Define acceptance criteria

2. Development Phase

   • Create feature branch
   • Implement code changes
   • Write automated tests
   • Document implementation details

3. Review Phase

   • Submit pull request
   • Address review feedback
   • Ensure test coverage
   • Validate against acceptance criteria

4. Integration Phase

   • Merge to development branch
   • Verify integration tests
   • Monitor for regression issues

5. Release Phase

   • Include in release branch
   • Test in staging environment
   • Deploy to production
   • Monitor post-release

Code Review Guidelines

All contributions should follow these review guidelines:

1. Security Focus

   • Review for potential vulnerabilities
   • Validate input sanitization
   • Check permission controls
   • Verify sensitive data handling

2. Performance Considerations

   • Optimize database queries
   • Minimize network requests
   • Consider caching strategies
   • Evaluate resource utilization

3. Maintainability Standards

   • Follow code style guidelines
   • Ensure adequate documentation
   • Require appropriate test coverage
   • Validate code organization

Deployment Pipeline

Environment Strategy

The Genesis Ecosystem uses multiple environments:

Environment	Purpose	Update Frequency
Development	Active development testing	Continuous
Integration	Module integration testing	Daily
Staging	Pre-release validation	Per release
Production	Live user environment	Scheduled releases

Continuous Integration

All changes undergo automated CI processes:

1. Build Verification

   • Dependency resolution
   • Compilation/transpilation
   • Asset generation

2. Automated Testing

   • Unit tests
   • Integration tests
   • Security scans
   • Performance benchmarks

3. Quality Gates

   • Code coverage thresholds
   • Security vulnerability checks
   • Performance benchmarks
   • Compatibility validation

Deployment Promotion

Code progresses through environments with increasing scrutiny:

1. Development deployments occur automatically for feature branches
2. Integration environment updates daily from the develop branch
3. Staging environment updates from staging branch after manual approval
4. Production deployments occur from main via scheduled release process

Security Considerations

Code Security Practices

1. Automated Scanning

   • Static code analysis on every PR
   • Dependency vulnerability scanning
   • Regular security penetration testing

2. Access Control

   • Strict repository permissions
   • Branch protection rules
   • Required code reviews

3. Secret Management

   • No hardcoded secrets
   • Environment-based configuration
   • Secrets rotation policy

Vulnerability Management

1. Issue Tracking

   • Dedicated security issue tracking
   • Priority classification system
   • Response time requirements

2. Remediation Process

   • Fast-track approval for security fixes
   • Post-mortem analysis
   • Security patch deployment SLAs

Documentation Standards

All code contributions should maintain comprehensive documentation:

1. Code-Level Documentation

   • Function and class documentation
   • Complex logic explanation
   • Security considerations

2. API Documentation

   • Endpoint specifications
   • Request/response formats
   • Error handling

3. User Documentation

   • Feature guides
   • Administrative instructions
   • Troubleshooting resources

Repository Governance

Decision Making Process

1. Feature Prioritization

   • Quarterly planning cycles
   • Stakeholder input collection
   • Priority matrix evaluation

2. Technical Decisions

   • Architecture review board
   • RFC (Request for Comments) process
   • Proof-of-concept validation

3. Release Planning

   • Monthly release schedule
   • Feature freeze periods
   • Go/no-go decision criteria