[AI Ops] Audit and Patch labeler.yml mapping rules for Unified Agent

[ashleyshaw]

AI Ops Summary

Audit the mapping rules in labeler.yml powering the labeling agent. Validate branch prefixes, file paths, and heuristics are mapped to canonical labels. Patch bugs, update rules for new types/branches, add logging/test coverage for rule application.

Problem / Opportunity

Incorrect or outdated mapping rules disrupt automation and triage workflows.

Approach / Solution

• Audit branch/file/heuristics mapping
• Patch bugs, expand for new file types/branches
• Update documentation and references
• Add logging/test coverage for mapping enforcement

Acceptance Criteria

• All mapping rules validated
• Bugs patched, new types added
• Docs and cross-references updated
• Logging and coverage improved
• PR uses correct branch prefix (ai/)
• Approved by one maintainer

Additional Context

See: .github/labeler.yml, agent config, workflows

References

• Labeler Config
• Labels
• Issue Types
• Automation Governance
• Contribution Guidelines

Definition of Ready (DoR)

• Goal described
• Area/action mapped
• Acceptance criteria listed
• Estimate added

Definition of Done (DoD)

• All acceptance criteria met
• Solution/automation verified
• Documentation updated
• PR uses correct branch prefix (ai/)

[ashleyshaw]

Closeout update: rules are now validated against canonical labels through a strict guardrail path.