directory-engine/status.md

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?