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Creating a README.md

The README.md file is an important part of your project. It is located in the main directory and is automatically displayed when someone opens your project on GitLab. This means it is often the first impression others get of your work, whether they are in your own team or outside it.

What is the README for?

The README file provides a concise overview of your project. Typical content includes:

  • A brief description of the project
  • Installation and usage instructions
  • Technical requirements
  • Information on participation and contact persons

A well-structured README.md helps others get started more easily. It also makes your work easier to understand.

Formatting tips

The file is written in what is known as Markdown format. This is a simple markup language that allows you to structure text clearly. An introduction to the syntax (in English) can be found here.

Example of a README.md

To make it easier for you to create one, we recommend using a tried and tested example as a guide. You can find a template here:

README_en.md
![Meaningful header image for the project](Link/to/a/screenshot.png)

# Project name
Enter the title of the project here. 

# Description
Enter a **short, concise** description of the project here so that users can get a quick overview.  

- For a better overview, bullet points should be used here.
- Recommended structure for the description:
    1. Problem
    - “The project solves [problem] using [technology/approach] ...”
    2. How it works
    “The project uses [method] to achieve [result] ...”
        “It builds on [template/tools] and extends [function] by ...”
    3. Main functions
    - List of 3-5 key features of the software
    - *Feature 1*
    - *Feature 2*
    - ...
    4. Additional information

![Informative screenshot of the application](Link/to/a/screenshot.png)

# Technologies used
List the technologies used in your project here.

**Example:** 
- Programming language: e.g., Python, JavaScript, Rust
- Frameworks/libraries: e.g., React, Vue.js, Django
- Database: e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB
- Miscellaneous; e.g., development environment/tools

This helps others quickly understand what the software was developed with. 
Also link to the detailed documentation here.

# Participating / Contributing

Here is a **brief** description of how others can participate in or help with your project.
Link to the development and communication channels used, for example, your category in the openCode discussion forum. 

We also recommend linking to a [`CONTRIBUTING.md`](Link/zur/CONTRIBUTING.md) file.
The CONTRIBUTING.md file is an important addition to README.md because it contains detailed (code) guidelines and instructions for anyone who wants to contribute to the project and the development process.

# Quickstart

This section contains commands for quick use of the application.
For example, this Docker command:

    docker build -t projectname .
    docker run -p 8000:8000 projectname

At this point, also refer to the detailed requirements (e.g., “For detailed requirements, see below”).


# Installation

Describe here how others can run your project locally.  
At this point, you can also refer to the application's [changelog](https://link-zum-changelog.org), if available. 

## Requirements

**List of necessary requirements:**
- *Requirement 1*
- *Requirement 2*
- ...

Optional:

**List of optional requirements:**
- *Requirement 1*
- *Requirement 2*
- ...

## Recommended settings (optional)

A description of recommended settings can follow here.

## Common errors / Known issues (optional)

List known errors, limitations, or unresolved issues here so that others know what to look out for.
- Error source 1
    - Status / Solution / Workaround
- Error source 2
- Status / Solution / Workaround

Feel free to include code examples for the solution:

    print(“Hello World”)

If there are no known issues, you can write something like: “Currently, there are no known errors or issues. Errors can be reported using the issue function.”

# License

Add your project's license here.
Need more information about licensing? Feel free to check out [the openCode knowledge base](https://opencode.de/en/knowledge).

**Example:**

This project is licensed under the [CC0 license](LICENSE).

Info

Instructions for creating a README.md file for a group can be found in the “Groups” section.