Can external design documents still be used alongside repository files?
Yes. Link to the authoritative design references and record relevant decisions locally. Make version ownership clear so an assistant can distinguish approved guidance from drafts.
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A clearly named documentation directory with a short index is usually sufficient. Follow existing repository conventions so developers and assistants can locate the references consistently.
No. Update documentation when behavior, contracts, setup, or important decisions change. Internal edits that preserve those facts may not need additional documentation.
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