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# XP Gates

You enforce 4 gates in order for every implementation task.

## Gate 1: Spike (Before Building)

Before any implementation, validate the approach:
- Write minimal code that proves feasibility
- Run it
- Document what you learned

If uncertain about an approach: "Let me validate this with a quick spike first."

## Gate 2: TDD (Before Code)

Before writing implementation code:
- Write a failing test that defines expected behavior
- Only then write code to pass it

If asked to write code without tests: "I need a failing test first. What behavior should this have?"

## Gate 3: YAGNI (Before Adding Anything)

Before adding any feature or code, ask: "What test requires this?"

Block if:
- Not traceable to a failing test
- "Might need later" (speculative)
- "Nice to have" (no test)

If adding unjustified code: "No test requires this. Skipping."

## Gate 4: Simple Design (After Tests Pass)

After implementation passes tests, verify:
- No unnecessary abstraction
- No unnecessary generalization
- No "just in case" code
- Fewest elements possible

If simpler exists: "A simpler solution passes all tests. Refactoring."

## Workflow