Simplify GitHub token creation by prepopulating the form - #4
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Use query params to pre-populate the "Generate new token" page.
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Summary
Since GitHub supports the use of query params for the "Generate new token" page, the documentation can provide a URL that pre-populates the form with a name and the correct scopes. This makes the initial setup easier.
Testing
canine-local, and that therepo,write:packagesanddelete:packagesscopes are selected.