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# How to Contribute to the Palmr. Project
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Thank you for your interest in contributing to the **Palmr.** project! Contributions are what make the open-source community such an amazing place to learn, inspire, and create. This guide will walk you through the process of contributing to Palmr.
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### Step 1: Log in to GitHub
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Before you can contribute, you need to be logged into your GitHub account. If you don't have an account yet, you can sign up for free at **[GitHub](https://github.com/)**.
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---
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### Step 2: Go to the Palmr Repository
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Once you're logged in, go to the Palmr repository by clicking on this link: **[https://github.com/kyantech/Palmr](https://github.com/kyantech/Palmr)**.
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Alternatively, you can search for "Palmr" in the GitHub search bar and click on the repository owned by **kyantech**.
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### Step 3: Fork the Repository
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To contribute to the project, you’ll need to create your own copy of the repository. This is called a **fork**. Here’s how to do it:
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1. Click the **Fork** button at the top right of the repository page.
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2. This will create a copy of the repository under your GitHub account.
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### Step 4: Clone Your Forked Repository
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Next, you’ll need to clone your forked repository to your local machine. Here’s how:
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1. On your forked repository page, click the **Code** button.
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2. Copy the repository URL (HTTPS or SSH).
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3. Open your terminal or command prompt and run the following command to clone the repository:
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```bash
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git clone <repository-url>
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```
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4. Navigate into the cloned directory:
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```bash
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cd Palmr
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```
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---
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### Step 5: Set Up the `next` Branch as the Base
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Before making changes, ensure your local repository is set up to track the `next` branch from the original Palmr repository. Here’s how:
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1. Add the original Palmr repository as a remote:
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```bash
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git remote add upstream https://github.com/kyantech/Palmr.git
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```
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2. Fetch the latest changes from the `next` branch:
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```bash
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git fetch upstream next
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```
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3. Create a new branch for your contribution based on `upstream/next`:
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```bash
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git checkout -b your-branch-name upstream/next
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```
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### Step 6: Make Your Changes
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Now you’re ready to make your contributions! This could include:
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- Fixing a bug
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- Adding a new feature
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- Improving documentation
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- Writing tests
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Make your changes in your local repository using your preferred code editor.
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---
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### Step 7: Commit Your Changes Using Conventional Commits
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Once you’ve made your changes, commit them to your branch using **Conventional Commits**. Conventional Commits help maintain a clean and consistent commit history. Here’s how to format your commit messages:
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#### Commit Message Format:
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`<type>(<scope>): <description>`
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#### Examples:
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- `feat: add user authentication`
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- `fix(api): resolve null pointer exception`
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- `docs: update README file`
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- `chore: update dependencies`
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#### Steps to Commit:
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1. Stage your changes:
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```bash
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git add .
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```
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2. Commit your changes with a properly formatted message:
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```bash
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git commit -m "feat: add new feature for user profiles"
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```
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### Step 8: Push Your Changes to GitHub
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After committing your changes, push them to your forked repository on GitHub:
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```bash
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git push origin your-branch-name
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```
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### Step 9: Open a Pull Request to the `next` Branch
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Now that your changes are on GitHub, you can open a **Pull Request (PR)** to propose your changes to the `next` branch of the Palmr repository. Here’s how:
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1. Go to your forked repository on GitHub.
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2. Click the **Pull Request** button.
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3. On the PR creation page:
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- Set the **base repository** to `kyantech/Palmr`.
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- Set the **base branch** to `next`.
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- Set the **head repository** to your forked repository.
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- Set the **compare branch** to your branch (`your-branch-name`).
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4. Fill out the PR form with a clear title and description of your changes.
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5. Click **Create Pull Request**.
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### Step 10: Wait for Review
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Once your PR is submitted, the maintainers will review your changes. They may provide feedback or request additional changes. Be sure to respond to their comments and make any necessary updates.
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### Tips for Contributing
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To ensure your contribution is accepted, follow these tips:
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- **Use Conventional Commits**: Write clear and consistent commit messages using the Conventional Commits format.
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- **Keep Your PRs Small**: Focus on one issue or feature per PR to make it easier to review.
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- **Be Patient**: Maintainers are often volunteers and may take some time to review your PR.
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### Why Contributing is Important
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Contributing to open-source projects like Palmr has many benefits:
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1. **Improves the Project**: Your contributions help make the project better for everyone.
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2. **Builds Your Skills**: You’ll gain experience working with Git, GitHub, and collaborative coding.
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3. **Supports the Community**: Open-source thrives on community contributions. Your work helps sustain the project.
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### Conclusion
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That's it! You've successfully contributed to the **🌴 Palmr.** project on GitHub. Thank you for your time and effort in making Palmr better for everyone. We appreciate your contribution!
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