Using a Github Template

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

1. Navigate to the template you are using
2. Click the, “use as template” button at on the respository page:
3. Ensure that the template selected is correct:
4. Enter a suitable repoistory name:
   1. 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)
   2. The repsoitory name must use the required format: $modulecode-as1-$studentnum
5. Select the visiablity for the repoistory
   1. For most assignment repositories, private makes sense - with the correct owner, then staff can see the repo, but other students cannot
6. Click the ‘Create Repository’ button

See Also

• Creating a repository from a template - Github Docs