Complete Lifecycle: From Concept to Community Distribution

Scenario: Developer X wants to create a comprehensive Git integration extension for Symphony IDE

Phase 1: Planning & Architecture

1.1 Extension Vision

Developer X envisions a Git extension that provides:

• Visual Git status in file tree
• Diff views and conflict resolution
• Commit history and blame annotations
• Branch management UI
• Git terminal integration
• Pull/push operations with progress tracking

1.2 Symphony Integration Analysis

Using Symphony's minimal core + extension architecture:

What Symphony Provides:

• Text Editor (for diff views, commit messages)
• File Tree (for status indicators)
• Terminal (for Git command integration)
• Settings System (for Git configuration)
• Extension System (for loading and lifecycle)