This repository is designed to take the stress out of file management. It aligns with DBE/IEP requirements, giving you a clean, professional folder structure from day one.
- Click the green
Use this templatebutton at the top right. ⚠️ IMPORTANT: Make sure it is a Private repository, otherwise someone can copy your work!- Name your new repository.
If you just want the folders on your computer:
- Click the
<> Codebutton. - Select
Download ZIP. - Extract the ZIP to your "Documents" or "IT Projects" folder.
- Cleanup: Once you have the folders, you can safely delete the following to keep your project tidy:
.githubfolderREADME.mdfile
| Folder | What goes inside? |
|---|---|
Phase 0 |
Phase 0 Brainstorming and planning. |
Phase 1 |
Phase 1 Documentation and initial ideas. Rename the .docx file. |
Phase 2 |
Phase 2 Program code, Database, and updated documentation. Save your Delphi project here. |
When it's time to hand in your final project to your teacher:
- Delete the
.exefile. - Right-click on your main project folder.
- Select
Compress to.... - Select
ZIP file. - Rename the file exactly how your teacher requested (usually
Surname_Name_IT_PAT_Year).
- Backup often: I lost one of my PATs because I didn't do this. Don't just save on a flash drive; they fail! (Trust me). Keep a copy in the cloud (OneDrive/Google Drive).
- Good coding practices: Follow consistent naming conventions and format your code (indentation is key!).
- The "Mom" Test: If your mom can't figure out how to use your PAT, it's too complicated. Simplify it!
- Follow the rubric: I missed my 100% because I thought four points for an eight-point question was enough. Read the rubric twice!