Source-code evidenceShows that a control, boundary or algorithm is implemented in the reviewed source. It does not prove physical behavior, customer value or regulatory approval.
CI / automated validationShows that defined tests or build gates pass in the tested environment. It does not replace hardware-in-the-loop, field or independent laboratory evidence.
Live production evidenceShows that a service or public surface is reachable and satisfies a defined runtime contract. It does not by itself demonstrate commercial demand.
External discovery / indexingShows that outside directories or research indexes can discover and classify work. It is not certification, peer review or independent replication.
Independent validationRequires a genuinely independent evaluator, benchmark, replication, pilot or testing body. SALT19 labels this separately and does not infer it from internal evidence.