This repository uses GitHub Copilot with custom instructions to ensure consistent, secure, and idiomatic code across multiple technologies. Copilot is configured to follow project-specific standards for C#, Angular, database projects, and Playwright testing.

Language-specific guidance is stored in .github/instructions/:

Global behavior is defined in:

• .github/copilot-instructions.md

• C#: xUNit or MSTest are used for all unit and integration tests.
• UI (Angular & others): Playwright is used exclusively for UI testing.
• Data-driven testing is encouraged across all domains.

• Secrets and credentials must never be committed.
• Use environment variables prefixed with APP_.
• Avoid hardcoded connection strings or API keys.

Copilot is instructed to:

• Follow Microsoft best practices and idioms for C# and .Net
• Write idiomatic code for the target language/framework.
• Prioritize readability and maintainability.
• Avoid deprecated or insecure patterns.
• Respect naming conventions and file scopes.
• Suggest minimal, scoped edits unless requested otherwise.

To contribute effectively:

1. Review the relevant instruction files in .github/instructions/.
2. Follow the testing and formatting standards.
3. Use conventional commit messages (feat:, fix:, test:, docs:, style:, refactor:, perf:, build:, ci:, chore:, revert:).
4. Run all tests before submitting a pull request.

These instructions help ensure that Copilot suggestions align with our team’s standards. If you notice inconsistencies or want to propose changes, open a PR to update the relevant .instructions.md file.