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@@ -16,7 +16,7 @@ View the [effective go](https://golang.org/doc/effective_go.html) standards docu
 ### *golangci-lint* specifications
 The package [golangci-lint](https://golangci-lint.run/usage/quick-start) runs several linters in one package/cmd.
 
-View the active linters in the [configuration file](.golangci.yml).
+View the active linters in the [configuration file](../.golangci.yml).
 
 Install via macOS:
 ```shell
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@@ -134,7 +134,7 @@ make bench
 <br/>
 
 ## Code Standards
-Read more about this Go project's [code standards](CODE_STANDARDS.md).
+Read more about this Go project's [code standards](.github/CODE_STANDARDS.md).
 
 <br/>
 
@@ -152,7 +152,7 @@ Checkout all the [examples](examples)!
 
 ## Contributing
 
-View the [contributing guidelines](CONTRIBUTING.md) and follow the [code of conduct](CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md).
+View the [contributing guidelines](.github/CONTRIBUTING.md) and follow the [code of conduct](.github/CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md).
 
 ### How can I help?
 All kinds of contributions are welcome :raised_hands:!