Remove client fork infrastructure and update nav padding
- Remove client fork automation script and workflow - Remove client fork documentation and templates - Update .container-header nav padding to 0 2rem Co-authored-by: jmiller-moko <230051081+jmiller-moko@users.noreply.github.com>
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<!-- Copyright (C) 2026 Moko Consulting <hello@mokoconsulting.tech>
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SPDX-License-Identifier: GPL-3.0-or-later
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BRIEF: Documentation for client fork creation workflow (colors only)
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# Client Fork Creation Workflow (Colors Only)
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This document explains how to use the automated client fork creation tools to set up a new client-specific fork of MokoCassiopeia for custom color branding.
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---
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## Overview
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The client fork creation workflow automates the process of preparing a repository for a client-specific color fork. It performs the following actions:
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1. ✅ Copies `templates/colors_custom.css` to `src/media/css/colors/light/colors_custom.css`
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2. ✅ Copies `templates/colors_custom.css` to `src/media/css/colors/dark/colors_custom.css`
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3. ✅ Applies client fork `.gitignore` template that tracks custom color files
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4. ✅ Keeps `templates/colors_custom.css` as a reference template
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**Scope**: Client forks are limited to custom color branding only. All other customizations should be made through Joomla's template settings.
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---
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## Method 1: GitHub Actions Workflow (Recommended)
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### Prerequisites
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- Repository admin or maintainer access
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- GitHub Actions enabled for the repository
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### Steps
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1. **Navigate to Actions**
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- Go to your repository on GitHub
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- Click on the "Actions" tab
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2. **Run the Workflow**
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- Select "Create Client Fork (Colors Only)" from the workflow list
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- Click "Run workflow"
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- Fill in the required inputs:
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- **Client Name**: Full client name (e.g., "Acme Corporation")
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- **Confirm**: Type "CONFIRM" to proceed
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- Click "Run workflow" button
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3. **Monitor Progress**
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- The workflow will create a new branch named `client-fork/{client-slug}`
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- You can monitor the progress in the Actions tab
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- Once complete, you'll see a summary of changes
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4. **Review the Branch**
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- Navigate to the new branch: `client-fork/{client-slug}`
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- Review the changes made
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- Custom color files will be in place and tracked
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- Upstream README and documentation remain unchanged
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5. **Create Client Repository**
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- Create a new repository for the client
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- Push the branch to the new repository:
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```bash
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git remote add client-repo <CLIENT_REPO_URL>
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git push client-repo client-fork/{client-slug}:main
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```
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### Workflow Features
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- ✅ **Safe Confirmation**: Requires typing "CONFIRM" to prevent accidental runs
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- ✅ **Automated Branch Creation**: Creates a properly named branch automatically
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- ✅ **Color File Setup**: Copies color templates to both light and dark directories
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- ✅ **Git Tracking**: Custom colors tracked via client fork .gitignore
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- ✅ **Summary Report**: Provides a complete summary of actions taken
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---
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## Method 2: Local Bash Script
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### Prerequisites
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- Git installed on your local machine
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- Bash shell (Linux, macOS, or Git Bash on Windows)
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- Local clone of the MokoCassiopeia repository
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### Steps
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1. **Clone the Repository**
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```bash
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git clone https://github.com/mokoconsulting-tech/MokoCassiopeia.git
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cd MokoCassiopeia
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```
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2. **Make Script Executable**
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```bash
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chmod +x scripts/create-client-fork.sh
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```
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3. **Run the Script**
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```bash
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./scripts/create-client-fork.sh "Client Name"
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```
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Example:
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```bash
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./scripts/create-client-fork.sh "Acme Corporation"
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```
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4. **Confirm Actions**
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- The script will show you what it will do
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- Type "yes" to proceed
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- Review the changes shown
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- Type "yes" to commit
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5. **Push to New Repository**
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```bash
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# Add the client's repository as a remote
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git remote add client-repo <CLIENT_REPO_URL>
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# Push the branch
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git push client-repo client-fork/{client-slug}:main
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```
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### Script Features
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- 🎨 **Colored Output**: Easy-to-read colored terminal output
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- ✅ **Interactive Confirmation**: Asks for confirmation before making changes
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- ✅ **Safety Checks**: Verifies you're in the correct directory
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- ✅ **Progress Indicators**: Shows each step as it completes
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- ✅ **Git Status**: Shows what files changed before committing
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- ✅ **Summary**: Provides a complete summary at the end
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---
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## What Gets Changed
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### Files Created
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```
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src/media/css/colors/light/colors_custom.css [NEW - TRACKED]
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src/media/css/colors/dark/colors_custom.css [NEW - TRACKED]
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```
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### Files Modified
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```
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.gitignore [REPLACED with client fork template]
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```
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### Files Kept Unchanged
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```
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README.md [UNCHANGED - upstream docs]
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templates/colors_custom.css [UNCHANGED - reference template]
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All other repository files [UNCHANGED]
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```
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---
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## Post-Setup Steps
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After running the workflow or script, you should:
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1. **Customize Brand Colors**
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- Edit `src/media/css/colors/light/colors_custom.css`
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- Edit `src/media/css/colors/dark/colors_custom.css`
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- Update CSS variables to match client branding
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2. **Test Locally**
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- Install the template in a local Joomla instance
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- Test light and dark modes
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- Verify custom colors appear correctly
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3. **Enable Custom Palette in Joomla**
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- Log into Joomla admin
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- Navigate to System → Site Templates → MokoCassiopeia
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- Under Theme tab, set palette to "Custom"
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- Save and test
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4. **Create Client Repository**
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- Create a new repository for the client
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- Push the prepared branch to the new repo
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- Set up appropriate access controls
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5. **Document Customizations**
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- Add a note to the repository about custom colors
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- Document the client's brand color palette
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- Keep reference for future updates
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---
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## Troubleshooting
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### Workflow Fails with "CONFIRM" Error
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**Problem**: Workflow stops immediately with confirmation error.
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**Solution**: Make sure you type "CONFIRM" (in all caps) in the confirmation field.
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### Script Says "colors_custom.css not found"
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**Problem**: Script can't find required files.
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**Solution**: Make sure you're running the script from the repository root directory:
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```bash
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cd /path/to/MokoCassiopeia
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./scripts/create-client-fork.sh "Client Name"
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```
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### Colors Don't Appear After Setup
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**Problem**: Custom colors don't show in Joomla.
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**Solution**:
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1. Enable custom palette in template settings
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2. Clear Joomla cache (System → Clear Cache)
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3. Clear browser cache (Ctrl+Shift+R / Cmd+Shift+R)
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### Branch Already Exists
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**Problem**: Branch name conflicts with existing branch.
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**Solution**: Either delete the old branch or choose a different client name:
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```bash
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# Delete old branch
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git branch -D client-fork/{client-slug}
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# Or use a more specific client name
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./scripts/create-client-fork.sh "Client Name - Division"
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```
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### How to Make Other Customizations
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**Problem**: Need more than just color customization.
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**Solution**: Use Joomla's built-in template customization options:
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- System → Site Templates → MokoCassiopeia → Custom Code tab
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- Add custom HTML/CSS/JS through the template settings
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- Use Joomla's module positions and layout options
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- For extensive customizations, consider a full template fork (not recommended)
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---
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## Examples
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### Example 1: Simple Client Fork
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```bash
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# Using the script
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./scripts/create-client-fork.sh "Acme Corporation"
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```
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This creates:
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- Branch: `client-fork/acme-corporation`
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- Custom colors tracked in the fork
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- Upstream README and docs preserved
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### Example 2: Client with Multiple Words
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```bash
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# Using the script
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./scripts/create-client-fork.sh "Global Tech Solutions Inc"
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```
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This creates:
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- Branch: `client-fork/global-tech-solutions-inc`
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- Custom color files in `src/media/css/colors/`
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### Example 3: Using GitHub Actions
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1. Go to Actions → Create Client Fork (Colors Only)
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2. Enter: "Mountain View Medical Center"
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3. Enter: "CONFIRM"
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4. Click "Run workflow"
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Result:
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- Branch: `client-fork/mountain-view-medical-center`
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- Color files ready for customization
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---
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## Best Practices
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1. **Naming Convention**: Use the official client name as it should appear in documentation
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2. **Branch Management**:
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- Keep the branch until the client repository is set up
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- Don't merge client fork branches back to main
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3. **Custom Colors**:
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- Document color choices in a README note or commit message
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- Keep a backup of custom color files
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- Test in both light and dark modes before deployment
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4. **Version Tracking**:
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- Note the upstream version in your fork documentation
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- Track when you last synced with upstream
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- Use semantic versioning for your fork releases
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5. **Security**:
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- Don't commit client-specific credentials
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- Keep client forks private if they contain sensitive branding
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- Regularly sync with upstream for security patches
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6. **Syncing with Upstream**:
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- Periodically merge upstream updates to get bug fixes
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- Test thoroughly after merging upstream changes
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- Custom colors won't conflict with upstream updates
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7. **Limited Scope**:
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- Forks are for colors only
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- Use Joomla's template settings for other customizations
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- Avoid modifying core template files
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---
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## Related Documentation
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- **[CSS Variables](../docs/CSS_VARIABLES.md)** - Complete CSS variable reference for color customization
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- **[Main README](../README.md)** - MokoCassiopeia documentation
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- **[Quick Start](../docs/QUICK_START.md)** - Installation and setup guide
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---
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## Support
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For issues with the workflow or script:
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- Check this documentation first
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- Review error messages carefully
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- Contact: hello@mokoconsulting.tech
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---
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**Document Version**: 2.0
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**Last Updated**: 2026-03-04
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**Scope**: Colors only
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**Maintained by**: Moko Consulting
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