Using a Github Template
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Overview
This guide explains how to create a repository based on a template on Github Enterprise.
You might need to do this for some workshop tasks, or assessment activities. Templates provide structure to your repository, and sometimes provide a starting point for getting started with a project.
Before you start
Before you try to use a template repository, ensure:
- You have access to the Github Enterprise server (github.falmouth.ac.uk)
Important: Do not confuse github.com and the Github Enterprise server. You should use the Github Enterprise Server for your student work.
Using a Template Repository
- Navigate to the template you are using
- Click the, “use as template” button at on the respository page:
- Ensure that the template selected is correct:
- Enter a suitable repoistory name:
- The repository must have the
Games-Academy-Student-Work-$year
as the owner (ie, for 23-24 academic year, the owner should be:Games-Academy-Student-work-23-24
) - The repsoitory name must use the required format:
$modulecode-as1-$studentnum
- The repository must have the
- Select the visiablity for the repoistory
- For most assignment repositories, private makes sense - with the correct owner, then staff can see the repo, but other students cannot
- Click the ‘Create Repository’ button