# Contract: {task-name}

## Acceptance Criteria

- [ ] {Criterion 1: e.g., All tests pass}
- [ ] {Criterion 2: e.g., Feature X works with empty input}
- [ ] {Criterion 3: e.g., API returns correct status codes}
- [ ] {Criterion 4: e.g., No new lint errors}
- [ ] {Criterion 5: e.g., Documentation updated}

## Tests

- {List all tests that must pass}
- {List any new tests that must be added}

## Screenshots (if UI)

- {Describe what screenshots are needed}

## Files Modified

- {List exact files changed}

## Risks & Mitigations

- {Risk 1}
  - Mitigation: {how to handle}

## Notes

- {Any additional notes or constraints}

## Stop Condition

When all checkboxes are checked and tests pass, output "CONTRACT_MET" and stop.