fix: ensure issue templates are tracked in git

Author: srivilliamsai

.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/.gitignore

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+# Ignore OS generated files
+.DS_Store
+Thumbs.db

.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/bug_report.md

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+---
+name: 🐛 Bug Report
+about: Report a bug or unexpected behavior
+title: "[BUG] "
+labels: bug
+assignees: ''
+---
+
+## Describe the Bug
+
+A clear and concise description of what the bug is.
+
+## Steps to Reproduce
+
+1. Go to '...'
+2. Click on '...'
+3. See error
+
+## Expected Behavior
+
+What you expected to happen.
+
+## Actual Behavior
+
+What actually happened.
+
+## Screenshots / Logs
+
+If applicable, add screenshots or paste relevant log output.
+
+<details>
+<summary>Log output</summary>
+
+```
+Paste logs here
+```
+
+</details>
+
+## Environment
+
+- **OS:** (e.g., macOS 14, Ubuntu 22.04)
+- **Node.js version:** (e.g., 20.11.0)
+- **Docker version:** (if applicable)
+- **Service affected:** (e.g., auth-service, api-gateway)
+
+## Additional Context
+
+Any other information that might help diagnose the issue.

.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/config.yml

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+blank_issues_enabled: false
+contact_links:
+  - name: 💬 Ask a Question
+    url: https://github.com/srivilliamsai/resume-ecosystem-node/discussions
+    about: Ask questions and discuss ideas with the community.

.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/feature_request.md

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+---
+name: 💡 Feature Request
+about: Suggest a new feature or improvement
+title: "[FEATURE] "
+labels: enhancement
+assignees: ''
+---
+
+## Problem Statement
+
+A clear description of the problem you're trying to solve or the improvement you'd like to see.
+
+## Proposed Solution
+
+Describe the solution you'd like. Be as specific as possible.
+
+## Alternatives Considered
+
+List any alternative approaches you've considered and why they were rejected.
+
+## Additional Context
+
+- Which service(s) would this affect? (e.g., auth-service, resume-service)
+- Is this a breaking change?
+- Any related issues or PRs?
+
+## Would You Like to Implement This?
+
+- [ ] Yes, I'd like to submit a PR for this feature
+- [ ] No, I'm just suggesting the idea

.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/good_first_issue.md

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+---
+name: 👋 Good First Issue
+about: A beginner-friendly issue for first-time contributors
+title: "[GOOD FIRST ISSUE] "
+labels: good first issue, help wanted
+assignees: ''
+---
+
+## Summary
+
+A clear, one-sentence description of the task.
+
+## Details
+
+Describe what needs to be done. Be specific and include:
+- Which file(s) to modify
+- What the expected output/behavior should be
+- Any relevant code references
+
+## Getting Started
+
+1. Read [CONTRIBUTING.md](../../CONTRIBUTING.md) for setup instructions
+2. Look at the relevant service directory under `services/`
+3. Follow the existing patterns in the codebase
+
+## Helpful Resources
+
+- Link to relevant documentation, files, or examples
+- Related issues or discussions
+
+## Acceptance Criteria
+
+- [ ] Criteria 1
+- [ ] Criteria 2
+- [ ] Tests pass (`npm run test`)
+- [ ] No TypeScript errors (`npx tsc --noEmit`)
+
+## Mentorship
+
+This issue is beginner-friendly! If you need help:
+- Comment on this issue with questions
+- Open a draft PR early to get feedback