microsoft / microsoft/simplechat

Design generic monitor trigger model for workflows

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Since Jun 26, 2026.

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Description

## Summary
Redesign workflow triggers so users choose a generic Monitor trigger, then configure a monitor type such as SMB/File Sync, workspace changes, agent output, SQL/KQL query, or custom connector.

## Scope
- Review the relevant SimpleChat implementation surfaces and decide the recommended approach.
- Produce enough design detail to split implementation into follow-up issues if needed.
- Capture permission, configuration, scale, and validation concerns before implementation.

## Acceptance Criteria
- [ ] The design or research outcome answers the open implementation questions.
- [ ] Follow-up implementation issues are identified if the work is larger than one delivery slice.
- [ ] Risks, dependencies, and validation requirements are documented.

## Notes
- Source backlog entry: Generic Monitor Trigger Model
- Source file: priv-simplechat-2/grouped_feature_fix_backlog.md
- Backlog status: Research
- Current anchors: `docs/explanation/features/PERSONAL_WORKFLOWS.md`, `docs/explanation/features/GROUP_WORKFLOWS.md`, `application/single_app/background_tasks.py`
- Proposed roadmap priority: P2
- Proposed roadmap size: L

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