Github: Basic Implementation

1. Create the Repository

  1. Go to github.com and click the + icon in the top-right corner, then select New repository.

  2. Fill in the following:

  3. **Owner:**Select the organisation the repo should belong to.

  4. **Repository name:**Enter a name for your repository.

  5. **Visibility:**Choose Private (recommended) or Public.

  6. Under Initialize this repository with: tick the checkbox for Add a README file.

  7. Ensure the default branch is set to main. You can confirm or change this under your GitHub account’s Settings → Repositories → Repository default branch.

  8. Click Create repository.

FAQ

Q: I can’t see my repository in the dropdown.

A: Make sure the authorised WCH app in GitHub has access to your organisation. An org admin can check this under the organisation’s Settings → GitHub Apps (or Third-party access). Find the WCH app, click Configure, and ensure your organisation’s repositories are included in the access scope.