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How to Contribute?

Chris Mittendorf edited this page Oct 23, 2023 · 3 revisions

Contributing to InfoSafe

Welcome! This page will guide you through the process of contributing and help you get started. You can also view the file here.

How Can I Contribute?

There are several ways you can contribute to the project:

  • Reporting Bugs - If you encounter a bug or an issue, please open an issue on our GitHub Issues page.
  • Requesting Features - If you have an idea for a new feature, please open an issue to discuss it.
  • Fixing Bugs and Implementing Features - If you'd like to contribute code, follow the guidelines below.

Code of Conduct

We have a Code of Conduct to ensure a safe and inclusive community. We expect all contributors to adhere to it.

Getting Started

  • Fork the Repository

  • First, you'll need to fork our project's repository. This will create a copy of the repository under your GitHub account.

  • Clone Your Fork

  • Next, clone your forked repository to your local machine.

  • Set Up the Development Environment

  • Follow the project's installation guide to set up your development environment. This might include installing dependencies, configuring settings, and more.

Making Changes

  • Create a Branch

  • Before making any changes, create a new branch for your work. Choose a descriptive name for your branch related to the issue you're addressing or feature you're adding.

  • Make Your Changes

  • Make your changes to the code, documentation, or any other project-related work.

  • Test Your Changes

  • Before submitting a pull request, ensure that your changes work as intended. Run tests and verify that everything is functioning correctly.

  • Submitting a Pull Request

  • When you're ready to contribute your changes:

  • Commit your changes - commit all changes with a descriptive commit message.

  • Push your changes - push your changes to your branch on GitHub.

  • Create a new PR - create a pull request from your branch. Provide a detailed description of your changes and reference any related issues.

License By contributing to InfoSafe, you agree that your contributions will be licensed under the project's LICENSE file.

Thank you for considering contributing to InfoSafe!