Contribution Guidelines

We welcome and appreciate contributions from the community

Thank you for considering contributing to the Placecode CLI! Your contributions help make our command-line tool even more powerful and user-friendly. Before you start, please review the guidelines below to ensure a smooth and effective contribution process.

Ways to Contribute

You can contribute to the Placecode CLI in various ways:

  1. Code Improvements: If you identify any bugs or have ideas for code enhancements, feel free to submit a pull request. You can help us improve the functionality and performance of the CLI.
  2. Feature Requests: If you have suggestions for new features or improvements, you can open an issue in our GitHub repository. We value your feedback and ideas.
  3. Documentation: While this is the Contribution Guidelines for the CLI, you can also contribute to the CLI documentation. Feel free to update or add documentation in the codebase.

Getting Started

To contribute to the Placecode CLI, follow these steps:

  1. Fork the Repository: Fork the official Placecode CLI repository to your GitHub account.
  2. Set Up the Development Environment: Clone the forked repository to your local machine and set up the development environment by following the instructions in the README file.
  3. Create a New Branch: Before making any changes, create a new branch from the main branch. Give your branch a descriptive name related to your changes.
  4. Make Your Changes: Implement the changes or additions you'd like to contribute. Ensure that your code follows the existing coding conventions and styles.
  5. Test Your Changes: Before submitting a pull request, thoroughly test your changes to ensure they work as expected and do not introduce any regressions.
  6. Commit Your Changes: Commit your changes with clear and concise commit messages that describe the purpose of each commit.
  7. Push and Create a Pull Request: Push your branch to your forked repository and create a pull request targeting the main branch of the official repository.

Code Style and Guidelines

To maintain a consistent codebase, please adhere to the following guidelines:

  • Use descriptive and meaningful variable and function names.
  • Follow the existing code formatting and indentation.
  • Write clear and concise comments to explain complex logic or algorithms.
  • Avoid unnecessary code duplication and adhere to the DRY (Don't Repeat Yourself) principle.

Review and Approval Process

Once you submit a pull request, our team will review your changes. We may provide feedback or request changes if necessary. Once your pull request is approved, it will be merged into the official repository.

Thank you for your interest in contributing to the Placecode CLI. Your efforts help make our command-line tool better for users worldwide. Happy contributing!

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