# README Section Templates
This reference provides reusable table templates for common README sections across different project types.
## Header Templates
### Minecraft Mod/Addon
```markdown
<div align="center">
# Mod Name
**One-line description of what the mod does**
**Highlighted feature or value proposition**
</div>
```
### TypeScript/Node Project
```markdown
<div align="center">
# Project Name
**One-line description**
**Core value proposition**
</div>
```
### Python Project
```markdown
<div align="center">
# Project Name
**One-line description**
**What makes this special**
</div>
```
### Cross-Platform Desktop App
```markdown
<div align="center">
# Application Name
**One-line description**
**Key differentiator**
</div>
```
## Feature Highlights Section Templates
### For Libraries/APIs
```markdown
<div align="center">
| Capability | Details |
| --- | --- |
| **Type-Safe API** | Full TypeScript support with comprehensive type definitions and autocomplete |
| **Zero Dependencies** | Lightweight implementation with no external dependencies |
| **High Performance** | Optimized algorithms achieving X operations per second |
| **Extensible** | Plugin architecture supporting custom extensions and middleware |
</div>
```
### For Applications/Tools
```markdown
<div align="center">
| Feature | Description |
| --- | --- |
| **Real-time Sync** | Bi-directional synchronization with sub-second latency |
| **Cross-Platform** | Native performance on Windows, macOS, and Linux |
| **Rich UI** | Modern interface with dark/light themes and customization |
| **Automation** | Scriptable workflows with comprehensive CLI tools |
</div>
```
### For Minecraft Mods
```markdown
<div align="center">
| Capability | Details |
| --- | --- |
| **Dynamic Detection** | Automatically discovers and catalogs installed modules and addons |
| **Type-Aware Controls** | UI components adapt to 30+ setting types with full validation |
| **Performance Optimized** | Minimal overhead with async processing and smart caching |
| **Mod Compatibility** | Works seamlessly with ModName and supports addon ecosystem |
</div>
```
## Quick Start Section Templates
### For Node.js Projects
```markdown
<div align="center">
| Step | Instructions |
| --- | --- |
| **1. Installation** | `npm install package-name` or `yarn add package-name` |
| **2. Basic Usage** | ```typescript<br>import { Thing } from 'package-name';<br>const instance = new Thing();<br>``` |
| **3. Configuration** | See [Configuration](#configuration) for advanced options |
</div>
```
### For Desktop Applications
```markdown
<div align="center">
| Step | Instructions |
| --- | --- |
| **1. Download** | Get the latest release for your platform from [Releases](link) |
| **2. Install** | • **Windows**: Run the `.exe` installer<br>• **macOS**: Mount `.dmg` and drag to Applications<br>• **Linux**: Extract `.AppImage` or install `.deb` package |
| **3. Launch** | Open the application and complete first-run setup wizard |
</div>
```
### For Minecraft Mods (Detailed)
```markdown
<div align="center">
| Step | Instructions |
| --- | --- |
| **1. Requirements** | • Java 21+<br>• Minecraft 1.21.10<br>• Fabric Loader 0.17.3+<br>• Dependency Mod 1.x.x |
| **2. Download** | Download the latest `.jar` from [GitHub Releases](link) |
| **3. Install** | 1. Copy the `.jar` to `.minecraft/mods/`<br>2. Ensure dependencies are installed<br>3. Launch Minecraft with Fabric profile |
| **4. Verify** | Press **Right Shift** to open GUI and check for the mod in the addons list |
</div>
```
### For Command-Line Tools
```markdown
<div align="center">
| Step | Instructions |
| --- | --- |
| **1. Install** | ```bash<br>npm install -g tool-name<br># or<br>pip install tool-name<br>``` |
| **2. Basic Usage** | ```bash<br>tool-name command [options]<br>tool-name --help # Show all commands<br>``` |
| **3. Configuration** | Create `config.yaml` in `~/.config/tool-name/` or use `tool-name init` |
</div>
```
## Development Workflow Templates
### For Full-Stack Projects
```markdown
<div align="center">
| Component | Commands / Actions |
| --- | --- |
| **Backend** | • `npm run dev:server` – Development server with hot reload<br>• `npm run build:server` – Production build<br>• `npm run test:server` – Run backend tests |
| **Frontend** | • `npm run dev:client` – Vite dev server on port 3000<br>• `npm run build:client` – Production bundle<br>• `npm run preview` – Preview production build |
| **Database** | • `npm run db:migrate` – Run pending migrations<br>• `npm run db:seed` – Seed development data<br>• `npm run db:reset` – Reset and reseed database |
</div>
```
### For Java/Gradle Projects
```markdown
<div align="center">
| Task | Commands |
| --- | --- |
| **Build** | `./gradlew build` – Compiles source and packages JAR |
| **Run** | `./gradlew runClient` – Launch in development environment |
| **Test** | `./gradlew test` – Execute test suite with coverage |
| **Clean** | `./gradlew clean` – Remove build artifacts and cache |
</div>
```
### For Python Projects
```markdown
<div align="center">
| Task | Commands |
| --- | --- |
| **Setup** | ```bash<br>python -m venv venv<br>source venv/bin/activate # or venv\Scripts\activate on Windows<br>pip install -e ".[dev]"<br>``` |
| **Development** | • `python -m package_name` – Run in development mode<br>• `pytest` – Run test suite<br>• `black .` – Format code<br>• `mypy .` – Type checking |
| **Build** | `python -m build` – Create distributable packages |
</div>
```
## Additional Sections (Optional)
### API Reference Table
```markdown
<div align="center">
| Method | Parameters | Returns | Description |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| `initialize()` | `config: Config` | `Promise<void>` | Initialize the service with configuration |
| `connect()` | `url: string` | `Connection` | Establish connection to remote service |
| `transform()` | `data: T`, `options?: Options` | `Result<T>` | Transform data according to options |
</div>
```
### Configuration Options Table
```markdown
<div align="center">
| Option | Type | Default | Description |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| `timeout` | `number` | `5000` | Request timeout in milliseconds |
| `retries` | `number` | `3` | Number of retry attempts |
| `debug` | `boolean` | `false` | Enable debug logging |
</div>
```
### Troubleshooting Table
```markdown
<div align="center">
| Issue | Solution |
| --- | --- |
| **Module not loading** | Ensure all dependencies are installed and versions match requirements |
| **Connection timeout** | Check firewall settings and verify server is accessible at configured port |
| **Build fails** | Run `./gradlew clean` and rebuild, check Java version is 21+ |
</div>
```
## Usage Notes
- **Choose appropriate template** based on project type and complexity
- **Customize column headers** to match your project's terminology
- **Maintain consistent formatting** across all tables in the README
- **Keep tables scannable** with concise left column labels
- **Use markdown freely** in right column cells for formatting
