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Checkpoint Workflow

Use this standard for project execution updates across roadmap, project docs, and changelog entries.

Timestamp Source (Required)

Always generate timestamps with:

bash
node scripts/docs/timestamp-et.mjs --json

Use timestampEt from script output. Do not hand-type date/time values.

Timestamp Format

  • YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM ET (America/New_York)
  • Example: 2026-02-11 14:37 ET (America/New_York)

Checkpoint Entry Structure

For each checkpoint, include:

  1. Checkpoint title and timestamp
  2. Completed since prior checkpoint
  3. Next checkpoint targets
  4. Optional notes (context, risks, links)

Anti-Pattern

  • Avoid today/tomorrow handoff sections.