readme file
Installation guide document
A readme file is a text document included with software that explains what the software does, how to install it, and how to use it.
The name comes from its imperative tone: read me first.
Readme files typically appear in the root directory of a project and use plain text or simple formatting.
Check the readme for installation instructions.
- documentationWritten proof or instructions
- markdownReduction in retail price
- instructionsGuidance on how to proceed
- pull requestProposal to incorporate code changes
- repositoryPlace for storing things
guide · install · setup · changelog · license · tutorial · text · plain text · project · overview · introduction · plaintext · docs · contribute · manual · howto · notepad · dependencies
documentation vs. executable code
readme fileexecutable
Directly runnable program file
binary file · source code · program · compiled code · application
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