KYD Developer Trust Survey 1. Identity Consistency Inconsistent or missing across platforms Varies between roles or aliases Mostly aligned across accounts Fully consistent, searchable identity Verified identity across platforms and clients 2. Signal Discipline No traceable contributions Work exists but not linked to me Some contributions are credited Contributions traceable and verified Contributions actively cited or trusted 3. Trust Signal Integration No verifiable trust signals Some are public but disconnected Profiles show endorsements or credentials Trust signals validated or KYD verified Trust data used in client/org evaluation 4. Operational History No record across past projects Record exists but fragmented Can reconstruct my technical history Have a documented timeline of contributions I carry my verified ops history across clients 5. Reputation Portability My reputation resets with each role Some carryover via referrals Public presence reflects capability Reputation is portable and credible Reputation grants trust before I speak 6. Attribution Readiness My work is invisible or misattributed Sometimes traced through Git or tickets I can prove what I shipped I proactively track and document impact Attribution is automated and verified 7. Profile Signal Quality Profiles are sparse or outdated Some active content, but unclear scope Active profiles with relevant activity Profiles aligned with real-world contributions Profiles reinforce operational credibility 8. Mission-Aligned Verification No verification performed Basic self-reported claims External accounts partially validated Verified via KYD or similar process Fully KYD-verified and up to date 9. Zero Trust Compatibility No access-aware trust artifacts Trust is handled externally I can provide identity-linked work history Trust signals used in security context Trust integrated into access and selection flows 10. OSINT-Aware Trust Posture OSINT signals would raise red flags or confusion Little to no public trust visibility Public data shows moderate credibility OSINT signals support my reputation My open-source footprint strengthens trust alignment Your KYD Trust Level Select values for all 10 questions to calculate your level.