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+<!--
+ Copyright (C) 2026 Moko Consulting <hello@mokoconsulting.tech>
+ SPDX-License-Identifier: GPL-3.0-or-later
+ INGROUP: MokoSuiteLibrary.Documentation
+ BRIEF: Version history using Keep a Changelog
+-->
+
+# Changelog
+
+## [Unreleased]
+
+### Added
+- **Repository** — initial repo creation with dev branch, topics, workflows
+- **Roadmap Issue** — implementation roadmap with full feature checklist
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+# MokoSuiteLibrary
+
+Library and resource lending management for Joomla 6 — catalog, checkout, returns, reservations, overdue tracking, fines, OPAC.
+
+## Quick Reference
+
+| Field | Value |
+|---|---|
+| **Package** | `pkg_mokosuitelibrary` |
+| **Layer** | 2 (requires: Client → CRM) |
+| **Language** | PHP 8.3+ |
+| **Branch** | develop on `dev`, merge to `main` (protected) |
+| **Wiki** | [MokoSuiteLibrary Wiki](https://git.mokoconsulting.tech/MokoConsulting/MokoSuiteLibrary/wiki) |
+
+## Architecture
+
+Joomla **package** — Layer 2 add-on. CRM contacts serve as library patrons.
+
+## Rules
+
+- **Never commit** `.claude/`, `.mcp.json`, `TODO.md`, `*.min.css`/`*.min.js`
+- **Attribution**: `Authored-by: Moko Consulting`
+- **Workflow directory**: `.mokogitea/`
+- **Standards**: [MokoStandards](https://git.mokoconsulting.tech/MokoConsulting/MokoCLI/wiki)
+- **Changelog**: `[Unreleased]` only — release system assigns versions
+
+## Coding Standards
+
+- PHP 8.3+ / Joomla 6 patterns
+- `$this->getDatabase()` in models, `Factory::getContainer()->get(DatabaseInterface::class)` in helpers
+- `Factory::getApplication()->getIdentity()` for user
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-# MokoSuiteLibrary
+# MokoSuite Library
 
-Library and resource lending management for Joomla 6 — catalog, checkout, returns, reservations, overdue tracking, fines
\ No newline at end of file
+Library and resource lending management for Joomla 6 — catalog, checkout, returns, reservations, overdue tracking, fines.
+
+**Layer 2** add-on for [MokoSuite](https://git.mokoconsulting.tech/MokoConsulting). Standalone (optional CRM integration for patron contacts).
+
+## Links
+
+- [Wiki](https://git.mokoconsulting.tech/MokoConsulting/MokoSuiteLibrary/wiki) · [Issues](https://git.mokoconsulting.tech/MokoConsulting/MokoSuiteLibrary/issues) · [Releases](https://git.mokoconsulting.tech/MokoConsulting/MokoSuiteLibrary/releases)
+
+GPL-3.0-or-later · Copyright © 2026 [Moko Consulting](https://mokoconsulting.tech)