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 - Run tests via ./test.sh (pytest-based tests included)
 
 This README intentionally keeps surface area small while documenting how to extend for a production-grade setup.
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+## Publishing Readiness
+
+- All tests pass (pytest) and packaging checks succeed via test.sh, which also validates Python packaging metadata.
+- This MVP includes core components: CatOpt bridge, Energi bridge, GoC bridge, a minimal DSL sketch, contract registry, and reference adapters.
+- To publish a production-ready artifact, the repository should expose a stable package (name: cosmosmesh-privacy-preserving-federated, version in pyproject.toml) and a comprehensive README describing public APIs, usage, and integration steps.
+- Next step for publishing: create an empty READY_TO_PUBLISH flag file at the repo root to signal readiness once all requirements are satisfied.
+
+## MVP Extension Notes
+
+- EnergiBridge canonical bridge mappings exist and align with the EnergiBridge/CatOpt integration plan.
+- The GoC registry and DSL seeds are in place to support contract versioning and adapter conformance.
+- Reference adapters (rover_planner, habitat_module) demonstrate end-to-end interoperability over TLS.
+- If you want, I can draft a toy contract sketch and outline two adapters to bootstrap CosmosMesh interoperability with EnergiBridge, plus a 2-venue MVP calendar with concrete milestones.