Hello there! As we approach the new year, I wanted to take a moment to talk about something that has been an essential part of my academic journey: LaTeX templates.
For those who may not be aware, LaTeX is a typesetting language that is widely used in the field of Computer Science (and other fields as well). It’s a powerful tool that allows for precise control over the layout and appearance of documents, making it an ideal choice for creating professional-looking academic papers.
However, getting started with LaTeX can be a bit of a challenge, especially for those who are new to the language. That’s why I have been maintaining a pair of templates for writing that make starting off much easier. These templates include a .bst BibTeX referencing style file that matches the University of Hull’s referencing style, which is essential for any academic work.
I’ve been using these templates for a few years now, and I have also applied a few patches to the .bst file to handle some edge cases that it didn’t originally support. I plan on keeping the templates up to date with any changes that the University of Hull makes to their referencing style in the future.
If you’re interested in using these templates, they are available on my personal git server at the following link:
When using these templates, please keep in mind that I have set some rules for commenting on my blog posts. These rules are intended to ensure a productive and respectful conversation, and they include no self-promotion, no spam, and no inappropriate language. Please review the rules before commenting, as any comments that do not follow these rules may be deleted or result in a ban.
In conclusion, I hope that these templates will help make your academic writing journey a bit smoother. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact me. Happy writing!