🟠 Workflow C: Start New Project from Nothing
Start a new professional Python project from nothing.
Understand and demonstrate how a professional Python project is assembled by starting with a new repository and building the scaffolding yourself.
First, create a new GitHub repo with a default README.md, then clone it down to your machine, then add the project structure, configuration, tools, and code.
WHY?
Custom projects are a great way to experiment with tools and techniques and showcase your skills, both technical and professional communication / presentation.
⚠️ New to Terminals, Git, or Repositories?
This guide assumes you can open a terminal and run a command. If that is new to you (it often is), start with Applied Computing Foundations, a short prerequisite.
Steps (With Detailed Instructions)
- Start in GitHub to Create a New Repository
- Configure Repository Settings
- Clone/copy Repository To Your Machine
- Open the Project in VS Code & Install Recommended VS Code Extensions
- Set up Project Python Environment
- Verify