#"Could not locate the repository", when using create-next-app

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final schooner
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i'm trying to use the create-next-app with the "Learn next" example, but it saying that the github url is don't exist, but the link opens normally in my browser

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Based on the extracts provided, it seems like you're encountering an issue similar to what was reported in a GitHub issue where the npx create-next-app -e [github_url] command returned an "invalid GitHub URL error." In that case, the user reported that the issue resolved itself and the command started working normally again without any specific intervention mentioned. Here's the relevant extract for reference:

# Github Issue (closed): npx create-next-app -e [github_url] return invalid Github URL error > Comments
**Comment by User (0 upvotes, 0 downvotes)**:
It suddenly started working normally.
I'll close the issue.

This suggests that the problem might be temporary or related to network issues, GitHub's API status, or specific conditions that were met later without the user's direct intervention.

If you're still facing the issue, here are a few steps you can try based on common practices and the nature of the problem described:

  1. Verify the GitHub URL: Ensure that the URL is correct and accessible. Although you mentioned it opens normally in your browser, it's good to double-check for any typos or mistakes.
  2. Check GitHub's Status: Sometimes, GitHub's API or services might have temporary issues. You can check GitHub's status page (https://www.githubstatus.com/) to see if there are any ongoing problems.
  3. Try Again After Some Time: As seen in the extract, the issue might resolve itself after some time. This could be due to temporary network issues or GitHub API rate limits.
  4. Ensure Your Environment is Up-to-Date: Make sure your Node.js and npm or npx are up to date. Sometimes, older versions might have compatibility issues.
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Unfortunately, without more specific details or error messages, these are general suggestions. If the problem persists, consider seeking help on platforms like Stack Overflow or the Next.js GitHub issues page, where you can provide more details and potentially get help from the community or the developers.

Remember, the nature of such issues can be transient, so retrying after some time or checking for external factors (like GitHub's status) can sometimes resolve the problem.

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