REPO_BOOTSTRAP_CHECKLIST.md

Repo Bootstrap Checklist

Use this checklist when creating a new public repository.

Metadata

• Repository name is specific and searchable
• Description explains value in one sentence
• 3-8 topics added
• Visibility is intentional (public or private)

README

• Clear problem statement
• Quick start commands that work
• Architecture/workflow overview
• Status block included
• Roadmap or next milestones

Engineering Hygiene

• .gitignore and license present
• Minimal run/check script available
• No secrets committed
• Setup instructions verified on clean machine

Portfolio Signal

• Repo demonstrates a concrete capability
• Repo can be explained in 2 minutes during interview
• Key tradeoffs are documented