Welcome to the repository for generating our lab website using Quarto. This README provides essential information about setting up and using this repository.

This repository is designed to create and maintain our lab's website using the Quarto framework. Quarto is a versatile platform that allows us to efficiently organize and publish our research, projects, and updates online.

To start using this repository for generating the lab website, follow these steps:

1. Clone the Repository: Begin by cloning this repository to your local machine using the following command:

   git clone https://github.com/Masood-Lab/masood-lab.github.io.git

2. Install Quarto: If you haven't already, make sure to install Quarto on your machine.

3. Navigate to the Project Directory: Move into the project directory:

   cd masood-lab.github.io

4. Generate the Website: To generate the lab website, use the following Quarto command:

   quarto preview

5. Preview the Website: Open the generated website locally by using the provided link in your terminal. This will typically be something like http://localhost:4000.

6. Customize Content: You can update the content of the website by editing the markdown and configuration files.

7. Style and Layout: The styles and layout of the website can be customized by modifying the Quarto theme files in the _style directory.

8. Publish: To publish your changes, follow the Quarto publishing guide to deploy the website to your hosting service.

We welcome contributions to improve and expand our lab website. If you'd like to contribute, please follow these steps:

1. Fork the repository.
2. Create a new branch for your feature or bug fix.
3. Make your changes and test them locally.
4. Push your branch to your forked repository.
5. Create a pull request with a clear description of your changes.

If you encounter any issues, have questions, or need assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out by opening an issue or contacting us via email.