···158158- **Always include `.chainlink/issues.db`** in commits alongside code changes
159159- This ensures issue tracking history is preserved across sessions
160160- The issues.db file tracks all chainlink issues, comments, and status changes
161161+162162+### Planning Documents
163163+164164+- **Track `.planning/` directory in git** - Do not ignore planning documents
165165+- Planning documents in `.planning/` should be committed to preserve design history
166166+- This includes architecture notes, implementation plans, and design decisions