Secure Drupal Module Restructuring - Implementation Roadmap

This document outlines the step-by-step roadmap for implementing the secure_drupal module restructuring plan. The implementation is organized into phases with specific tasks and milestones to ensure a smooth transition.

Phase 1: Preparation and Initial Setup (Week 1)

1.1 Repository and Environment Setup

• Create the restructuring plan documentation
• Create the implementation guide documentation
• Create the file mapping documentation
• Create helper scripts for the restructuring process
• Set up a development environment for testing
• Create a feature branch for the restructuring work
• Set up continuous integration for testing

1.2 Dependency Analysis

• Analyze module dependencies to understand interdependencies
• Document service dependencies and references
• Create a comprehensive test plan
• Identify high-risk areas that require special attention

1.3 Initial Framework Setup

• Create the base directory structure for new modules
• Create empty module files (info.yml, module, services.yml, etc.)
• Set up basic namespaces and class structures
• Implement skeleton plugin managers

Phase 2: Core Module Consolidation (Weeks 2-3)

2.1 Secure Compliance Suite

• Implement the ComplianceFramework plugin system
• Migrate core services from secure_compliance
• Integrate functionality from secure_compliance_profile
• Add compliance regimes (PCI, FedRAMP, etc.)
• Implement AI compliance integration
• Set up compliance dashboards and reporting
• Write tests for the consolidated module

2.2 Secure Evidence

• Implement the EvidenceProvider plugin system
• Migrate core services from secure_evidence_log
• Integrate storage providers from secure_evidence_dblog
• Add configuration evidence providers
• Implement release evidence functionality
• Set up evidence collection and validation
• Write tests for the consolidated module

2.3 Secure Audit Tools

• Migrate core audit services
• Integrate task tracking functionality
• Add healing and logging capabilities
• Implement dashboard and reporting
• Set up automated audit workflows
• Write tests for the consolidated module

2.4 Secure Hardening

• Implement the SecurityControl plugin system
• Organize submodules (headers, config, core, theme)
• Migrate core services from secure_controls
• Integrate functionality from secure_headers
• Add configuration and theme security features
• Set up hardening dashboards and reporting
• Write tests for the consolidated module

2.5 Secure Auth

• Consolidate authentication modules
• Integrate password policy as a submodule
• Update authentication workflows
• Ensure compatibility with existing sites
• Write tests for the consolidated module

Phase 3: Module Renamings and Reorganization (Week 4)

3.1 Module Renamings

• Rename policy_bridge to secure_policy_bridge
• Rename separation_of_duties to secure_sod
• Rename openapi_compliance_enforcer to secure_openapi_enforcer
• Update references to renamed modules
• Test renamed modules

3.2 Resource Reorganization

• Move resources to a non-module directory
• Update references to resources
• Ensure resources are accessible to all modules

3.3 Standalone Modules

• Update secure_eca for compatibility with new structure
• Update secure_accessibility for compatibility with new structure
• Test standalone modules with the new structure

Phase 4: Integration and Cross-Module Updates (Week 5)

4.1 Service Provider Updates

• Implement service providers for backward compatibility
• Update service references across modules
• Ensure services are properly wired together

4.2 Event Subscriber Updates

• Update event subscribers to work with the new structure
• Ensure events are properly dispatched and handled

4.3 Plugin System Integration

• Ensure plugin systems work across module boundaries
• Update plugin discovery mechanisms
• Test plugin integration

4.4 Configuration Updates

• Update configuration schemas
• Ensure configuration is properly migrated
• Test configuration import/export

Phase 5: Testing and Validation (Week 6)

5.1 Unit Testing

• Run unit tests for all consolidated modules
• Fix any failing tests
• Ensure adequate test coverage

5.2 Integration Testing

• Test module interactions
• Verify service dependencies
• Ensure proper event propagation

5.3 Functional Testing

• Test UI components
• Verify form submissions
• Test report generation
• Ensure proper access control

5.4 Upgrade Path Testing

• Test upgrading from the old structure
• Verify backward compatibility
• Ensure data migration works properly

Phase 6: Documentation and Release Preparation (Week 7)

6.1 Documentation Updates

• Update README files for all modules
• Create comprehensive API documentation
• Write upgrade guides
• Document new features and changes

6.2 Migration Guide

• Create a detailed migration guide for existing users
• Document potential breaking changes
• Provide workarounds for compatibility issues

6.3 Release Notes

• Prepare release notes
• Document benefits of the new structure
• Highlight key improvements and new features

Phase 7: Integration with secure_project (Week 8)

7.1 Adapter Updates

• Update adapter classes in secure_project
• Ensure compatibility with the new module structure
• Test integration with secure_project

7.2 Plugin Updates

• Update plugins in secure_project
• Ensure plugin discovery works properly
• Test plugin integration

7.3 Integration Testing

• Test the full integration between secure_drupal and secure_project
• Verify all features work correctly
• Ensure proper event propagation

Phase 8: Release and Rollout (Week 9)

8.1 Alpha Release

• Release alpha version for early testing
• Gather feedback from early adopters
• Address critical issues

8.2 Beta Release

• Incorporate feedback from alpha testing
• Release beta version for wider testing
• Finalize backward compatibility

8.3 Stable Release

• Finalize all features and fixes
• Release stable version
• Announce the new structure
• Provide support for migration

Milestones and Timeline

Milestone	Description	Timeline
Initial Setup Complete	Base structure and documentation ready	End of Week 1
Core Consolidation Complete	All major modules consolidated	End of Week 3
Renamings Complete	Module renamings and reorganization done	End of Week 4
Integration Complete	Cross-module integration finished	End of Week 5
Testing Complete	All tests passing, validation done	End of Week 6
Documentation Complete	All documentation updated	End of Week 7
secure_project Integration	Integration with secure_project complete	End of Week 8
Final Release	Stable version released	End of Week 9

Risk Management

Potential Risks

1. Backward Compatibility: Ensuring existing sites can upgrade smoothly

   • Mitigation: Implement service providers and aliases for backward compatibility
   • Fallback: Provide detailed migration guides and scripts

2. Integration Complexity: Managing interdependencies between modules

   • Mitigation: Thorough dependency analysis and careful integration planning
   • Fallback: Phased rollout, starting with less complex modules

3. Performance Impact: Ensuring the restructuring doesn't affect performance

   • Mitigation: Performance testing at each stage
   • Fallback: Optimize critical paths if performance issues are found

4. Test Coverage: Ensuring all functionality is properly tested

   • Mitigation: Comprehensive test plan and coverage analysis
   • Fallback: Additional manual testing for critical features

Success Criteria

The restructuring will be considered successful when:

1. All functionality from the original modules is preserved in the new structure
2. All tests pass with the new structure
3. The new structure is more maintainable and easier to understand
4. Users can upgrade from the old structure to the new one without data loss
5. The restructuring results in a measurable improvement in code quality

Conclusion

This implementation roadmap provides a structured approach to the secure_drupal module restructuring. By following this plan, the restructuring can be completed in a systematic and controlled manner, ensuring a smooth transition to the new module organization.