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+# Hooks Directory
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+This directory is reserved for the Hook Engine.
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+### Implementation Note:
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+[cite_start]For the Phase 1 Handshake, the **Pre-Hook** logic (The Gatekeeper) has been integrated directly into `src/core/tools/WriteToFileTool.ts` and `ExecuteCommandTool.ts`. [cite_start]This ensures deterministic enforcement of the **Two-Stage State Machine**, preventing any file modifications unless a valid Intent ID is globally active.