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+# Envelope Budgeting App - Project Setup
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+- [x] Verify that the copilot-instructions.md file in the .github directory is created.
+- [x] Clarify Project Requirements: Envelope budgeting app with React/Next.js
+- [x] Scaffold the Project: Next.js project created with TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, ESLint, and App Router
+- [x] Customize the Project: Created envelope budgeting dashboard with React components, state management, and Tailwind styling
+- [x] Install Required Extensions: No extensions specified in project setup info
+- [x] Compile the Project: Project compiled successfully without errors
+- [x] Create and Run Task: Standard Next.js scripts available, no custom task needed
+- [x] Launch the Project: Development server started successfully
+- [x] Ensure Documentation is Complete: README.md updated with project information and copilot-instructions.md cleaned up
+
+## Development Guidelines
+
+- Work through each checklist item systematically.
+- Keep communication concise and focused.
+- Follow development best practices.