
Language
HTML
Tool Type
Manual
License
AM331-A3
Version
1.0
Inter-American Development Bank

The Repository Template is a detailed manual guide on how to document digital tools, specifying the essential elements that must be included. This tool simplifies the creation of effective and complete documentation for developers and users, facilitating the use and maximizing the impact of digital tools. Compiles the most important standards for the publication of IDB digital tools, facilitating their adoption and maximizing their potential. This template is crucial to ensure that digital tool documentation is accessible and understandable to all potential users.
It offers a standardized and complete structure for the documentation of digital tools, improving their accessibility and effectiveness in use.
Customizable Repository Structure: The template allows users to define and configure the structure of their digital repositories, tailoring them to specific needs and workflows. Version Control: It incorporates version control features, making it simple to track changes and collaborate on documents or code. Access Control: Government institutions can set granular access controls, ensuring that only authorized personnel can view or edit specific content. Metadata Management: Users can add custom metadata to files, facilitating quick and accurate searches. Search and Retrieval: The template offers robust search capabilities, enabling users to locate content swiftly, even within extensive repositories.
Includes guidelines for writing README files, user and installation guides, contribution rules, and licensing. Establishes a standard structure for open-source repositories.

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The image shows examples of badges for open source repositories, highlighting code coverage (80%), stable version (1.2.3), gem (2.2.0), and more, with links to shields.io for customization.

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Contains the source code and template documentation, facilitating contributions and change tracking.
Contains the source code and documentation of the guide, facilitating contributions and tracking changes.
