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Copilot AI commented Aug 19, 2025

This PR addresses issue #2 which requested "SxAssociator from the Microsoft Store" - a request completely unrelated to the GitHub CLI tool. Rather than simply closing the inappropriate issue, this implementation proactively prevents similar confusion through clear documentation and guidance.

Problem

The original issue demonstrated that users may not understand the scope and purpose of the GitHub CLI repository, leading to inappropriate requests for external applications, Microsoft Store apps, or other unrelated software.

Solution

This PR implements several targeted improvements to clarify the repository's scope:

  1. Enhanced README: Added a prominent notice at the top clearly stating this repository is specifically for the GitHub CLI (gh) command-line tool

  2. Updated Issue Template: Added a note in the feature request template to remind users about the repository's scope

  3. New Issue Guidelines: Created comprehensive documentation (docs/issue-guidelines.md) that provides:

    • Clear definition of what belongs in this repository
    • Examples of what should be redirected elsewhere
    • Template responses for maintainers to handle inappropriate issues politely
    • Links to appropriate alternative resources
  4. Improved .gitignore: Added entry to prevent accidental commits of built binaries

Impact

These changes will help:

  • Reduce inappropriate issues and support burden on maintainers
  • Provide clear guidance for new contributors
  • Maintain focus on GitHub CLI functionality
  • Offer polite redirection templates for edge cases

The implementation follows the principle of minimal, surgical changes while addressing the root cause of the confusion demonstrated by the original issue.

Fixes #2.


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Copilot AI and others added 2 commits August 19, 2025 13:44
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Co-authored-by: jarlungoodoo73 <201750283+jarlungoodoo73@users.noreply.github.com>
Copilot AI changed the title [WIP] SxAssociator Add issue guidelines and clarifications to prevent inappropriate requests Aug 19, 2025
Copilot AI requested a review from jarlungoodoo73 August 19, 2025 13:50
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