[DOCS] Create instructions/issue-templates.instructions.md

[ashleyshaw]

Create portable instruction file for issue template usage across all repositories.

Details

• Follow instruction template pattern (no .github assumptions)
• Cover all 25 issue types and templates
• Explain when to create each issue type
• Link DoR/DoD checklists to issue type
• Examples of well-formed issues for each type

Issue Type Coverage

• When to use Task vs. Story vs. Epic
• Bug: Reproduction steps, error messages, environment info
• Feature: Problem statement, acceptance criteria, designs
• Design: Design specs, references, dependencies
• Automation: Expected behavior, deployment strategy
• Security: Vulnerability details, impact assessment
• A11y: WCAG criteria, assistive technology tested
• Help: Asking for guidance (when to use vs. support contact)
• (20 more types...)

Acceptance Criteria

• Covers all 25 issue types
• Includes Examples section with 3-5 sample issues
• Guidance on template selection
• Clear Definition of Ready for issue submission

Metadata

Issue Type: Task
Priority: High
Phase: 2 - Documentation & Guidance
Effort: 1.5h
Depends on: #1

Project: Template Enforcement & Governance

[linear-code]

LS-859

[ashleyshaw]

Status Update: Backlog published to develop ✅

Template enforcement project backlog is now live. This issue is Phase 2 (Documentation) and depends on Phase 1 completion (#709–#711).

Complete backlog: .github/projects/active/template-enforcement-governance/ISSUES.md
Action plan: .github/projects/active/template-enforcement-governance/ACTIONS.md

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