hashdir - Recursive Directory Hash Utility

The hashdir module recursively calculates hashes for all files within a directory tree, generating a consolidated list of checksums and relative paths for integrity verification.

When to Activate

• When comparing two directory structures for differences in content.
• When creating a security baseline for a specific folder (e.g., config or source code).
• When tracking directory changes in version control via baseline hash files.

Core Principles & Rules

• Consistency: Files are sorted alphabetically to ensure consistent hash output regardless of OS traversal order.
• Relative Paths: Uses relative paths in the output to allow for portability across different root paths.

Patterns & Examples