Templates standardize new repositories
A repository template can provide a starting structure for projects that share the same documentation, CI, license or configuration conventions.
Good template contents
Include files that are truly reusable, such as a README structure, contribution guidelines, CI workflow and issue templates. Avoid copying project-specific secrets or configuration.
Keep templates maintained
A template is a product used by other repositories. Review it periodically as language versions, security practices and organizational policies change.
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