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Customization Checklist

Use this checklist when adapting this template for your own project.

🎯 Before You Start

  • Read QUICKSTART.md (5 minutes)
  • Read README.md (10 minutes)
  • Run the example application (python src/main.py)
  • Run the tests (pytest tests/)
  • Understand the MVVM structure

📝 Initial Setup

1. Project Information

  • Update README.md with your project name
  • Update README.md with your project description
  • Update src/utils/constants.py with your app name
  • Update pyproject.toml with your project metadata
  • Update LICENSE with your name/organization
  • Update repository URL in clone commands

2. GitHub Configuration

  • Update .github/workflows/ci.yml if needed
  • Configure branch protection rules
  • Set up Codecov (optional)
  • Add repository secrets if needed

3. Git Configuration

  • Initialize as template: git init (if starting fresh)
  • Update .gitignore for your specific needs
  • Create initial commit

🗑️ Remove Example Code

Once you understand the structure, remove the examples:

Models

  • Delete src/models/example_model.py (or keep as reference)
  • Delete tests/unit/test_example_model.py
  • Create your first model in src/models/
  • Create tests for your model

Services

  • Delete src/services/example_service.py (or keep as reference)
  • Create your first service in src/services/
  • Inject your service into ViewModels

ViewModels

  • Keep or modify src/viewmodels/main_viewmodel.py
  • Delete tests/unit/test_main_viewmodel.py or update for your VM
  • Create ViewModels for your features
  • Write tests for your ViewModels

Views

  • Modify src/views/main_window.py for your UI
  • Create additional views as needed
  • Connect views to your ViewModels

Integration Tests

  • Update tests/integration/test_application.py for your app
  • Add integration tests for your workflows

🎨 Customize UI

Main Window

  • Update window title in src/views/main_window.py
  • Update window size
  • Design your layout
  • Add your widgets
  • Style your application (QSS/stylesheets)

Additional Windows

  • Create dialog classes if needed
  • Create custom widgets if needed
  • Add icons and resources

Resources

  • Add your application icon
  • Add other resources (images, fonts, etc.)
  • Set up Qt Resource System if needed

⚙️ Configuration

Application Config

  • Add configuration file support (JSON, YAML, etc.)
  • Create config service if needed
  • Add settings/preferences dialog
  • Store user preferences

Dependencies

  • Add your specific dependencies to requirements.txt
  • Pin versions for production
  • Test with different Python versions
  • Update pyproject.toml dependencies

🧪 Testing Strategy

Unit Tests

  • Achieve 90%+ coverage for Models
  • Achieve 90%+ coverage for ViewModels
  • Mock all external dependencies
  • Test edge cases and error handling

Integration Tests

  • Test complete user workflows
  • Test with real services (or test doubles)
  • Test cross-component communication

Manual Testing

  • Create test plan document
  • Test on all target platforms
  • Test with different screen sizes
  • Test accessibility features

📦 Packaging & Distribution

PyInstaller (Recommended)

  • Install PyInstaller: pip install pyinstaller
  • Create spec file: pyi-makespec src/main.py
  • Customize spec file
  • Test build: pyinstaller your_app.spec
  • Test executable on clean system

Alternative Packaging

  • Consider Briefcase (modern option)
  • Consider Nuitka (compiled Python)

Distribution

  • Create Linux package (.deb, .rpm, AppImage, Flatpak, Snap)
  • Set up auto-updates mechanism
  • Create download page
  • Prepare release notes

🚀 CI/CD Enhancement

GitHub Actions

  • Add build workflow
  • Add packaging workflow
  • Add release workflow
  • Add deployment workflow

Testing

  • Add performance tests
  • Add UI tests (if applicable)
  • Add security scanning
  • Add dependency checking

📚 Documentation

User Documentation

  • Write user guide
  • Create screenshots/GIFs
  • Document features
  • Create FAQ

Developer Documentation

  • Document architecture decisions
  • Create API documentation
  • Document build process
  • Document deployment process

Code Documentation

  • Update all docstrings
  • Add inline comments for complex logic
  • Document non-obvious decisions
  • Keep AGENTS.md updated with patterns

🔧 Advanced Features

Optional Enhancements

  • Add logging to file
  • Add crash reporting
  • Add analytics (if appropriate)
  • Add auto-update mechanism
  • Add plugin system
  • Add themes/skins support
  • Add internationalization (i18n)
  • Add keyboard shortcuts
  • Add system tray integration
  • Add command-line interface

Database Integration

  • Choose database (SQLite, PostgreSQL, etc.)
  • Add database service
  • Add migration system
  • Add database tests

Network Features

  • Add HTTP client service
  • Add WebSocket support
  • Add authentication
  • Handle network errors gracefully

🐛 Error Handling

User-Facing Errors

  • Create error dialog class
  • Add user-friendly error messages
  • Add error reporting mechanism
  • Log errors appropriately

Developer Errors

  • Add debug mode
  • Add verbose logging option
  • Add development tools/utilities
  • Document common issues

🎯 Final Checklist

Before First Release

  • All tests passing
  • Code coverage > 90%
  • No linting errors
  • Type checking passes
  • Documentation complete
  • README accurate
  • License chosen and applied
  • Version number set

Quality Checks

  • No hardcoded secrets
  • No sensitive data in repository
  • Error handling comprehensive
  • User experience smooth
  • Performance acceptable
  • Memory leaks checked

Legal & Compliance

  • License file updated
  • Third-party licenses documented
  • Copyright notices added
  • Privacy policy (if applicable)
  • Terms of service (if applicable)

📋 Ongoing Maintenance

Regular Tasks

  • Update dependencies regularly
  • Monitor for security issues
  • Review and respond to issues
  • Review and merge PRs
  • Update documentation
  • Write release notes

Community

  • Set up issue templates
  • Set up PR templates
  • Create CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md
  • Create SECURITY.md
  • Respond to community feedback

💡 Tips

  1. Don't delete examples immediately - Keep them as reference until you understand the patterns
  2. Start small - Add one feature at a time
  3. Test as you go - Don't accumulate untested code
  4. Follow the patterns - The template structure is designed for scalability
  5. Ask for help - Use the GitHub Copilot instructions and AGENTS.md
  6. Keep MVVM strict - Don't mix concerns between layers
  7. Document decisions - Future you will thank present you
  8. Automate everything - Use CI/CD, pre-commit hooks, etc.

🎓 Learning Resources

If you need to learn more:

  • Review example code in this template
  • Read PySide6 documentation
  • Study MVVM pattern in depth
  • Learn SOLID principles
  • Practice TDD (Test-Driven Development)
  • Study Qt Designer for UI design

✅ You're Ready When

  • You understand MVVM architecture
  • You can create a feature end-to-end
  • You can write tests for your code
  • You understand dependency injection
  • You can use signals/slots correctly
  • You maintain SOLID principles
  • Your tests are passing
  • Your code is documented

Now go build something amazing! 🚀

📝 Notes

Use this space to track your project-specific customizations:

Project Name: ___________________________
Start Date: ___________________________
Target Release: ___________________________

Key Features:
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Custom Dependencies:
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Platform Targets:
☑ Linux only (Python 3.14, PySide6 6.8.0+)

Notes: