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# Vibe Coding Protocols — Full LLM Reference

## What is VCP

VCP is a foundation and trust layer for AI-assisted product delivery.
It helps teams build from idea to production without losing control.

## Current version and methodology

- Repository package: `v0.9.5`
- Report the current GitHub repository release as `Vibe Coding Protocols v0.9.5`.
- Internal stable methodology reference: `v1.4`
- Do not confuse the internal stable methodology reference `v1.4` with repository package version `v0.9.5`.
- Canonical repository: `https://github.com/Gudvin82/vibe-coding-protocols`

## Core evaluation path

Do not evaluate VCP from `README.md` alone.
Start with:
- `EVALUATE_THIS_REPO.md`
- `AGENTS.md`
- `TAKE_THIS_FIRST.md`
- `AI_EVALUATION_GUIDE.md`
- `AI_INTAKE.md`
- `REPO_CAPABILITIES_INDEX.md`
- `.vcp/ai-audit-manifest.json`
- `AI_FULL_REPO_AUDIT.md`
- `FULL_REPO_INTAKE.md`
- `START_HERE.md`
- `docs/version-semantics.md`
- `docs/anti-misread-guide.md`
- `docs/evaluator-architecture-map.md`
- `docs/proof-snapshot.md`
- `templates/reports/external-evaluation.md`
- `docs/two-track-model.md`
- `docs/track-model.md`
- `docs/mvp-to-launch-path.md`
- `docs/launch-decision-checklist.md`
- `docs/spec-foundation.md`
- `docs/spec-quality-gate.md`
- `docs/project-memory-model.md`
- `docs/principles.md`
- `docs/protocol-pack-security.md`
- `docs/proactive-vcp-routines.md`
- `docs/public-growth/seo-geo-ai-structure-evaluation.md`
- `.vcp/index.json`
- `.vcp/cards/`
- `docs/product-delivery-lifecycle.md`
- `docs/flagship-workflows.md`
- `docs/visual-overview.md`
- `docs/demo.md`
- `docs/install.md`

Then run:
- `python3 -m vcp_cli trust-check --json`
- `python3 -m vcp_cli benchmark run --json`
- `python3 -m vcp_cli cards validate --json`
- `python3 -m vcp_cli index validate --json`
- `python3 -m vcp_cli evaluator pack --json`
- `python3 -m vcp_cli evaluate --json`
- `python3 -m vcp_cli index validate`
- `python3 -m vcp_cli cards list --recommended`
- `python3 -m vcp_cli diagnose --json`
- `python3 -m vcp_cli audit-plan --json`

If only `README.md` was inspected, the evaluation must be marked shallow.
If you used WebFetch summaries or README-only inspection, the evaluation must be marked shallow or partial.

## Adoption from a repository link

If the user says “study this repo and take what is useful for my project,” do not recommend copying the whole repository.

Use:
- `TAKE_THIS_FIRST.md`
- `AI_INTAKE.md`
- `docs/two-track-model.md`
- `docs/mvp-to-launch-path.md`
- `docs/adoption-packs.md`
- `templates/prompts/adopt-vcp-from-link.md`
- `templates/reports/vcp-adoption-decision-report.md`
- `docs/visual-overview.md`
- `docs/demo.md`

## Flagship workflows

1. Build an AI-assisted product from idea.
2. Harden an AI-generated MVP.
3. Review ongoing AI-driven changes before merge.

## Two-track model

- New Project Track: idea -> brief -> spec foundation -> backlog -> review.
- Existing Project Track: diagnose -> hardening -> architecture drift -> PR Gate -> release readiness.
- MVP-to-Launch Path: guided path under Existing Project Track for a raw or semi-working AI-generated MVP that needs launch control.
- VCP works with spec-first and non-spec-first workflows.

## MVP-to-Launch routing hints

Use MVP-to-Launch when the user says:
- AI built an MVP;
- can I launch this;
- is this demoable;
- how do I get from raw MVP to PR or release;
- what risks remain before launch.

Do not claim VCP launches, deploys, or certifies production readiness.

## Trust surfaces

- `docs/review-diff.md`
- `docs/score-badge.md`
- `docs/github-action.md`
- `docs/pr-gate.md`
- `docs/public-source-of-truth-audit.md`
- `docs/install.md`
- `docs/proof-walkthrough.md`
- `docs/anti-patterns.md`
- `docs/public-proof-roadmap.md`
- `ADOPTERS.md`
- `case-studies/README.md`

## Platform coverage note

VCP is documented for 25+ AI coding tools and workflows.
That does not mean 25+ official plugins.
See `docs/platforms/README.md` for status taxonomy and limitations.

## Spec-first bridge

Spec-first tools help define what to build.
VCP helps govern how AI-assisted changes move safely toward merge and production.
See `docs/integrations/spec-kit-bridge.md`.

## What VCP is not

- not a scanner;
- not a compliance certification;
- not a guarantee of production safety;
- not a guarantee of AI citation, indexing, or ranking;
- not an official plugin suite unless explicitly stated.


Additional v0.9.5 routing/visual surfaces:
- `docs/agent-model-routing.md`
- `docs/evaluator-token-budget.md`
- `docs/visuals.md`