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Where is the editable source code for your website?

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A repository stores project files and their revision history.

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Find the project behind the live page.
6 repository checks.

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Start with the project files
The repository holds the files tracked as part of the project.
Source code · Project files · Revision history

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Check the repository owner
Confirm which account or organisation controls it.
Owning account · Business access · Responsible team

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Review who can access it
Public and private repositories have different visibility.
Visibility setting · Collaborators · Appropriate permissions

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Ask for useful instructions
A README can explain setup, maintenance and important dependencies.
Project overview · Setup instructions · Maintenance notes

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Understand the missing pieces
Live data and service configuration may be managed elsewhere.
Live database · Uploaded files · Service configuration

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Confirm a usable handover
The next maintainer needs access and enough information to work.
Accessible project · Current instructions · Known service list

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Your checklist
Start with the project files · Check the repository owner · Review who can access it · Ask for useful instructions · Understand the missing pieces · Confirm a usable handover

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Make the source project part of a clear handover.
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