A consistent file structure makes projects easier to debug and hand over. Separate configuration, reusable templates, assets, and application logic without overengineering a small site. ## Step-by-step instructions 1. Identify the main page templates and shared components. 2. Group styles, scripts, images, and reusable includes consistently. 3. Keep secrets and environment-specific configuration out of public assets. 4. Use descriptive names and remove duplicate unused files. 5. Document setup, deployment, and backup locations. 6. Test routes and asset paths after reorganising files. ## Final checks - Test the result in a realistic situation before relying on it. - Keep a note of any settings or decisions that need future review. - Recheck the process when your tools, hosting, or requirements change.
Developer handover checklist
- Keep source code in version control and document setup and configuration.
- Store secrets outside source code and restrict access to credentials.
- Test important business rules, validation, permissions, and failure paths.
- Log diagnostic details without exposing passwords, tokens, or personal data.
- Document deployment, rollback, backup, and recovery steps.
Verify before deployment
Test changed workflows in staging where possible. Check server logs, browser errors, response codes, and key user journeys after release. Measure the bottleneck before introducing complex optimisation.