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:
  1. Owner: Select the organisation the repo should belong to.
  2. Repository name: Enter a name for your repository.
  3. Visibility: Choose Private (recommended) or Public.
  1. Under Initialize this repository with: tick the checkbox for Add a README file.
  2. Ensure the default branch is set to main. You can confirm or change this under your GitHub account’s Settings → Repositories → Repository default branch.
  3. 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.