# Directory Engine — Status

**Last updated:** 2026-08-23
**Owner agent:** Leonard

## Current State
- Repo initialized with playbook.
- Niche: **not locked** (reset per operator request).
- No pages published.
- No Astro site yet; content-first validation remains intentional.
- Research / engineer prompts are present and used as the operating contract.

## Next Actions for Leonard
1. Wait for operator to lock a niche/vertical.
2. Publish first evidence-backed page once niche is chosen.
3. Do not add affiliate or outbound automation until traffic or user-intent evidence exists.
4. Update this status after every cycle.

## Recent Runs
- **2026-08-23 — Reset:** Deleted `pages/lm-studio.md` and cleared niche lock per operator request.

## Open Questions
- Which vertical should be locked?