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Create a repository with the same name \n   as your username (e.g., `jdevfullstack/jdevfullstack`). \n   This special repository will appear in your profile.\n2. Initialize it with a `README.md` file, or create one if it doesn't exist.\n3. Add a description about yourself and include the following \n   code, replacing `[yourusername]` with your GitHub username :\n\n   ```html\n   \u003cp align=\"left\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https://github-readme-stats.vercel.app/api?username=[yourusername]\u0026theme=tokyonight\u0026show_icons=true\u0026hide_border=true\u0026count_private=true\u0026include_all_commits=true\" /\u003e \u003c/p\u003e\n   ```\n\n4. The stats are now embedded in your GitHub Profile! You can still change the \n   settings. Refer to the details [here](https://github.com/anuraghazra/github-readme-stats).\n\n## App Stat Computation Breakdown\nThis is the latest computation and the factors involved:\n\n- **Commits**: 16.67%\n- **Pull Requests (PRs)**: 25%\n- **Issues**: 8.33%\n- **Reviews**: 8.33%\n- **Stars**: 33.33%\n- **Followers**: 8.33%\n\nRefer to the code for detailed information: [calculateRank.js](https://github.com/anuraghazra/github-readme-stats/blob/master/src/calculateRank.js)\n\n## Rationale\nThis is not about tricking the system or creating fake \ncontributions. Remember, GitHub Stats can sometimes \nbe misleading, even for highly skilled developers.\n\nIf you only use GitHub for coding, your profile might not \nfully reflect your abilities. GitHub encourages a variety \nof activities beyond just coding, such as participating in \ndiscussions, reviewing code, and contributing to \ndocumentation.\n\nThink of GitHub as more than just a coding platform — \nit's an interactive space similar \nto any other social media. Engaging in \ndiverse activities on GitHub can provide a more accurate \nrepresentation of your contributions and skills.\n\nIf you believe you deserve a higher rank, actively \nparticipate in the community and showcase your full range \nof abilities. This is why we have this *unofficial* ranking.\n\n## Commits\nIf you did create your own instance of the app like\n[this](https://github.com/anuraghazra/github-readme-stats?tab=readme-ov-file#deploy-on-your-own),\nmake sure you turn on private commits \nin the API `include_all_commits=true`. \nFor sure, if your private commits are massive, \nlike you are privately coding, professionally or personally,\nthat will be counted.\n\nAnother option is to create a tutorial website, tech or non-tech. \nMarkdown, originally designed for \nblogging, simplifies creating content. It is the default \nmarkup language for GitHub, especially for README files.\n\nIf you are a writer, consider writing your stories on \nGitHub. Many people use GitHub for various purposes, such \nas legal articles, to-do lists, music compositions, and \nitineraries.\n\nAdditionally, you can generate commits by:\n\n- contributing to documentation for open-source projects\n- participating in discussions and issue tracking\n- creating and maintaining wikis\n- managing project boards and tasks\n- uploading design assets or artwork\n- sharing research notes or academic papers\n\nFor more information on creating websites with GitHub, \ncheck out \n[this tutorial](https://github.com/jdevfullstack/github-pages-tutorial) about GitHub Pages.\n\n## Pull Requests\nPull requests are a great way to contribute to projects and \ngenerate activity on your GitHub profile. They are not \nlimited to coding; you can create pull requests for various \ntypes of contributions : \n\n- **Documentation**: Improve or add documentation for \n  projects. This can include README files, wikis, or \n  tutorials.\n- **Design**: Contribute design assets, such as logos, \n  icons, or UI/UX improvements.\n- **Translations**: Help translate project documentation \n  into different languages.\n- **Bug Reports**: Identify and document bugs, and propose \n  fixes or improvements.\n- **Community Management**: Suggest improvements for \n  community guidelines, code of conduct, or contribution \n  guidelines.\n- **Educational Content**: Add educational resources, such \n  as example projects, code snippets, or learning materials.\n\nBy contributing in these ways, you can create meaningful \npull requests that benefit the community and enhance your \nGitHub profile.\n\n## Your Stars \nTake note, this is not the stars on GitHub when you\nleave a star to an external repo. This is the star\nthat you received from your original repos.\n\nSo keep on creating quality content on GitHub, \ncode or non-code !\n\n## Followers\nYou don't need to be famous to have followers. All it takes \nis the initiative to follow others. It's similar to building \na LinkedIn network.\n\nBe proactive: follow others who are likely to follow you \nback, and reciprocate by following those who follow you. The \nchances are high if you follow those who are also looking to \nbuild their network. For example, I am not famous, but I \nhave more than 3k followers.\n\nIn the past, when I started doing this, \nI was surprised by the increase in web traffic to\nmy site, as shown by Google Analytics.\n\nRemember, even if some don't follow back, keep following \nmore people. This act is like free advertisement: others \nwill become aware of your content. Unlike paid promotions, \nfollowing others costs nothing but has a similar effect.\n\nHowever, don't overdo it on GitHub. Following too many \npeople in a short period can clutter your followers' \ndashboards, potentially annoying them. Be mindful and \nconsiderate in your approach.\n\n## More Of My Content\n- [jdevfullstack Profile](https://github.com/jdevfullstack)\n- [jdevfullstack Repos](https://github.com/jdevfullstack?tab=repositories)\n- [jdevfullstack Projects](https://github.com/jdevfullstack-projects)\n- [jdevfullstack Tutorials](https://github.com/jdevfullstack-tutorials)\n","funding_links":["https://github.com/sponsors/jdevstatic"],"categories":["Others"],"sub_categories":[],"project_url":"https://awesome.ecosyste.ms/api/v1/projects/github.com%2Fjfullstackdev%2Fgithub-stats-guide","html_url":"https://awesome.ecosyste.ms/projects/github.com%2Fjfullstackdev%2Fgithub-stats-guide","lists_url":"https://awesome.ecosyste.ms/api/v1/projects/github.com%2Fjfullstackdev%2Fgithub-stats-guide/lists"}