Dev Validation (Gate 5)

Overview

Final validation gate requiring explicit user approval. Present evidence that each acceptance criterion is met and obtain APPROVED or REJECTED decision.

Core principle: Passing tests and code review DO NOT guarantee requirements are met. User validation confirms implementation matches intent.

Pressure Resistance

See shared-patterns/shared-pressure-resistance.md for universal pressure scenarios.

Gate 5-specific note: User MUST respond with "APPROVED" or "REJECTED: [reason]". No other responses accepted. Silence ≠ approval.

Self-Approval Prohibition