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+# Copilot Assignment API Test
+
+This file was created as part of a test to verify that the copilot-swe-agent[bot] can be successfully assigned to issues via the API.
+
+## Test Details
+
+- **Issue**: Test Copilot Assignment API
+- **Purpose**: Verify bot assignment functionality
+- **Action**: Create minimal test file
+- **Date**: 2026-02-05
+
+## Status
+
+✅ Bot successfully assigned and able to make changes to the repository.
+
+## Cleanup
+
+This file can be safely deleted after the test is complete.