# Warden Security Rules

ALWAYS READ .warden/ai_status.md AT THE START OF A SESSION.

## Warden Protocol

This project is protected by Warden (AI Code Guardian).

### Startup
1. Read `.warden/ai_status.md` first
2. If status is FAIL: Fix issues before other work
3. If status is PENDING: Run `warden scan`

### During Development
1. After code changes: Run `warden scan`
2. Before commit: Ensure PASS status
3. Report score after significant changes

### Commands
- `warden scan` - Full project scan
- `warden scan --file <path>` - Single file scan
- `warden status` - Quick status check

### Important
- Never skip verification after code changes
- Never suppress errors without user permission
- Follow the full protocol in `.warden/AI_RULES.md`
