The System Codex
How to Build Software That Doesn't Break
v2.0 (PRODUCTION PATH)
The Engineering Mindset
Stop writing 'scripts.' Scripts are fragile and they break. I build Systems.
- Predictable: It does exactly what it’s told, every single time.
- Portable: It runs anywhere because it lives in Docker.
- Modular: You can swap parts out without killing the whole machine.
I build the Shell (PERN Stack). The AI (Ghost) lives inside it. One cannot function without the other.
Protocol 01
Clean Environment
Every project starts with hygiene. I use Docker to isolate everything. If the environment is a mess, the system will fail.
Protocol 02
Trust Nothing
I never assume data is safe. I use strict checks (Zod/Pydantic) to verify every input. If it doesn't fit the mold, it stays out.
Protocol 03
Separate Parts
The Brain (AI) stays away from the Face (UI). I build modular systems so we can swap AI models in minutes, not days.
Protocol 04
Prove It Works
Vibes are not a metric. I log everything and use hard data to prove the system is performing. If it isn't logged, it didn't happen.