Create Labels to get issues organized in our Repo

[jamess-perimeter]

Issue: Implement Best Practice Labels for Repository

Description

To effectively manage and organize issues in our newly formed repository, we need to create a set of labels based on best practices. These labels will help categorize issues, prioritize work, and provide clarity for contributors.

Labels to Create (Following Best Practices)

1. Type Labels: For categorizing the nature of the issue:

   • bug: Identifies bugs or errors in the codebase.
   • feature: Suggests new features or improvements.
   • documentation: For documentation-related updates or additions.

2. Priority Labels: To help prioritize issues:

   • high-priority: Requires immediate attention.
   • medium-priority: Important but not urgent.
   • low-priority: Can be addressed later.

3. Status Labels: For tracking issue progress:

   • in-progress: Currently being worked on.
   • needs review: Awaiting code review or feedback.
   • blocked: Cannot proceed until a dependency is resolved.

4. Scope Labels: To define areas of the project:

   • frontend: Related to UI/UX or client-side work.
   • backend: Pertains to server-side or infrastructure tasks.
   • API: For API-related development and fixes.

5. Effort/Size Labels: For estimating task size:

   • small: Minimal effort required.
   • medium: Moderate effort required.
   • large: Significant effort or time required.

6. Special Labels: For encouraging collaboration and guiding contributors:

   • help wanted: Indicates issues where assistance is needed.
   • good first issue: Suitable for new or first-time contributors.
   • discussion: Marks issues intended for open-ended discussion or brainstorming.

Tasks

• Create the labels listed above using consistent naming conventions and appropriate color coding based on their category (e.g., type, priority, status).
• Provide clear descriptions for each label to explain when and how they should be used, ensuring consistency and clarity for contributors.
• Document the labels and their intended use in the repository’s contribution guide or README section.

Acceptance Criteria

• All labels are created with clear names, descriptions, and colors following best practices.
• Labels are available for use and accessible to contributors.
• Documentation on label usage is updated and available in the repository.

Additional Notes

• Regularly review and update labels to keep them relevant and aligned with the project’s evolution.
• Suggestions for additional labels or modifications are welcome to improve organization and efficiency.