Human Signal Index documentation
Reference material for researchers, analysts, reviewers, administrators, and developers. Plain language, evidence-first.
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Core Concepts
Plain-language definitions of the core concepts in Human Signal Index: sources, signals, evidence, narratives, forecasts, review, and transparency.
How Work Flows Through HSI
The HSI workflow from source to publication, with provenance and traceability preserved at every step.
Methodology
HSI methodology: evidence-first design, provenance, corrections, forecast accountability, and human review.
API
Human Signal Index public API reference: live read-only endpoints for published and aggregate intelligence, rate limits, response format, and the planned authenticated API.
Developer Overview
High-level architecture of Human Signal Index for developers: frontend, backend, database, RBAC, pipelines, testing, and deployment.
Roles & Permissions
The Human Signal Index role ladder and what each role can do.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about Human Signal Index: what it is, how it differs from other tools, trust, contributions, commercial use, and the beta.
Changelog
Public changelog for the Human Signal Index platform.
Executive Intelligence & Early Warning
How HSI detects emerging risks: deterministic early-warning alerts, risk categories, forecast divergence, executive briefs, governance, and transparency rules.
Downloadable guides.
Printable guides are in preparation. They will appear here when ready.
Quick Start Guide
A short orientation for new users.
Coming SoonResearch Guide
Adding sources, evidence, and investigations.
Coming SoonAnalyst Guide
Working with signals, narratives, and forecasts.
Coming SoonReviewer Guide
Validation, publication, corrections, and retractions.
Coming SoonDeveloper Guide
Architecture overview and integration notes.
Coming SoonNew to HSI?
Start with a simple overview, then work through the Education Hub.