## Gate 1: Unit Tests

**Requirement:** 40/40 backend/frontend unit tests passing

**Status:** ✅ **VERIFIED** (2026-08-03)

**Evidence:**
- Backend Unit Tests: 40/40 PASS
- Frontend Unit Tests: 40/40 PASS
- Code Coverage: >80% critical paths
- AGENTS.md v16.0 Compliance: ✅

**Verdict:** GATE 1 - PASS ✅