Nathan's Checklists

Welcome to my personal repository of checklists! Here you'll find a variety of checklists that I use for everything from software development to live event production (and yes, even a checklist for making hot chocolate). These checklists have been created and refined over time to ensure nothing gets missed when tackling complex tasks.

Why Checklists?

Checklists are powerful tools for staying organized and avoiding mistakes in high-pressure or detail-oriented situations. Whether you're working on a software project or managing the setup for a live event, a good checklist helps ensure everything runs smoothly.

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How to Use These Checklists

To get started, you can simply browse the checklists in this repository. Feel free to use them as they are, or modify them to suit your needs.

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How to Contribute

We encourage contributions! Whether you’re an expert in live sound, software development, or another field, you’re welcome to help improve these checklists.

Correcting Typos or Errors

If you find a typo or an error in any of the checklists, you can help fix it by following these steps:

1. Create a GitHub Account

   • If you don't have a GitHub account, you can sign up for free at github.com.

2. Fork the Repository

   • Go to the repository page: Nathan's Checklists.
   • Click the "Fork" button in the upper right corner of the page. This will create a copy of the repository under your GitHub account.

3. Edit the Checklist

   • In your forked repository, navigate to the file you want to edit.
   • Click on the file name to view it.
   • Click the "Edit" (pencil) icon in the upper right corner of the file view.
   • Make your changes in the text editor.

4. Propose Changes

   • After making your edits, scroll down to the "Commit changes" section.
   • Add a brief description of your changes.
   • Choose "Commit directly to the main branch."
   • Click "Commit changes".

5. Create a Pull Request

   • Navigate to the "Pull requests" tab in your forked repository.
   • Click "New pull request".
   • Ensure that the base repository is LiveNathan/checklists and the head repository is your fork.
   • Click "Create pull request".
   • Add a descriptive title and comment for your pull request.
   • Click "Create pull request" again to submit it.

I will review your pull request and merge it if everything looks good!

Submitting Your Own Checklists

If you have a checklist you'd like to add to this repository, follow the steps above to fork the repository. Then, add your new checklist:

1. Add a New File

   • In your forked repository, navigate to the folder where you want to add the checklist.
   • Click on "Add file" and select "Create new file".
   • Enter a file name (e.g., my-new-checklist.md).
   • Write your checklist in the editor.

2. Commit and Create a Pull Request

   • Follow steps 4 and 5 from the previous section to commit your changes and create a pull request.

Join the Discussion

If you're not comfortable making changes yourself, or if you have ideas and suggestions, feel free to open an issue or join the discussions:

• Open an Issue

  • Go to the "Issues" tab in the repository.
  • Click "New issue".
  • Describe the typo, error, or suggestion.
  • Click "Submit new issue".

• Join Discussions

  • Visit the Discussions section to share your thoughts, ask questions, or provide feedback.

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Creating Your Own Version

If you'd like to create your own version of these checklists to maintain yourself, you can do so by forking or cloning the repository.

Forking vs. Cloning

• Forking creates a copy of the repository under your GitHub account. This is useful if you want to make changes online or contribute back to the original project.

• Cloning downloads the repository to your local computer. This is useful if you prefer to work offline or use Git tools on your machine.

Forking the Repository

Follow the steps under "Fork the Repository" in the How to Contribute section to fork the repository. You can then make any changes you like in your forked version.

Cloning the Repository

1. Clone via HTTPS

   • Open your terminal or command prompt.

   • Run the following command:

     git clone https://github.com/LiveNathan/checklists.git

2. Clone via GitHub Desktop

   • If you prefer a graphical interface, you can use GitHub Desktop.
   • Click the "Code" button on the repository page.
   • Select "Open with GitHub Desktop".

You can then modify the checklists locally as you wish.

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Best Practices for Checklists

Good checklists are, above all, practical. Here are some tips for creating effective checklists:

• Be Clear and Concise: Use simple language and keep items short.
• Use Actionable Items: Start each item with a verb.
• Organize Logically: Group related tasks together.
• Test Your Checklist: Try it out to make sure it works as intended.

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License

All checklists and contributions are licensed under the MIT License. This means you’re free to use these checklists for personal or professional use, with attribution. For full details, check out the LICENSE file.

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Commercial Product: AV Sync

If you're looking for a more robust, collaborative solution for task management, you might be interested in the commercial product I'm developing, available at AV Sync. AV Sync offers advanced features for real-time collaboration and process automation, including:

• Collaborative Checklists: Work with your team in real time.
• Task Automation: Trigger checklist creation based on actions (like quote confirmations or assignments).
• Customizable Workflows: Tailor checklists to your unique process and team needs.
• Error Checking: Built-in tools to catch omissions and mistakes.
• Seamless Integrations: Connect to tools you already use, like Flex, D-Tools, and more.

Feel free to check it out and let me know what you think!

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Getting Started

To get started, simply clone the repo and start exploring the available checklists.

git clone https://github.com/LiveNathan/checklists.git