security-guidance

default-repository

A reusable starter repository for new projects. Includes a basic structure, configuration, and best practices to help kickstart development quickly and consistently.

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🚀 Overview

This repository serves as a clean and consistent starting point for new projects. It provides a minimal yet practical setup so you can focus on building features instead of reinventing the foundation each time.

Whether you're creating a small prototype or a production-ready application, this template helps enforce good practices from day one.

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📁 Project Structure

. ├── .claude/ # CLaude Control Center ├── docs/ # Documentation files ├── src/ # Main source code ├── specs/ # Contains all the specifications/requirements ├── tests/ # Unit and integration tests └── config/ # Configuration files

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⚙️ Features

• Clean and minimal folder structure
• Pre-configured .gitignore
• Ready-to-use CI/CD workflows (GitHub Actions)
• Example test setup
• Linting and formatting configuration
• Documentation scaffolding

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🛠️ Getting Started

1. Use this template

Click "Use this template" on GitHub to create a new repository based on this one.

2. Clone your new repository

git clone https://github.com/<your-username>/<your-repo-name>.git
cd <your-repo-name>

3. Set up your environment

Adjust configuration files and install dependencies as needed.

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🧪 Running Tests

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📦 Configuration

Update the files in /config and root directory to match your project needs:

• Environment variables
• Linting rules
• Build tools

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📄 Documentation

Add detailed documentation in the /docs folder:

• Architecture decisions
• API specifications
• Setup guides

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🤝 Contributing

Contributions are welcome. To get started:

• Fork the repository
• Create a feature branch
• Commit your changes
• Open a pull request

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📜 License

This project is licensed under the terms of the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for details.

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💡 Best Practices

• Keep commits small and meaningful
• Write tests for new features
• Maintain clear and updated documentation
• Follow consistent code style

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📌 Notes

This is a generic starter template. Customize it to fit your specific stack and project requirements.

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Happy coding! 🎯