CONTRIBUTING.md

Contributing to Factomd

👍🎉 First off, thanks for taking the time to contribute! 🎉👍

This project adheres to the Contributor Covenant code of conduct. By participating, you are expected to uphold this code. Please report unacceptable behavior on our Discord.

Contributors License Agreement (CLA)

Before being able to contribute in code to the project you will need to sign the CLA. First read the CLA, then open a Pull-Request adding your name and GitHub account at the end of the list. Once merged you will be able to make your first contributions!

Did you find a bug?

• Ensure the bug was not already reported by searching on GitHub under Issues. If there is then please add any more information that you have, or give it a 👍. This will help us prioritize work.

• If you're unable to find an open issue for the problem, open a new one. Be sure to include a title and clear description, as much relevant information as possible (version...), and a code sample or event better an executable test case demonstrating the expected behavior that is not occurring.

Did you write a patch that fixes a bug?

• Open a new pull request with the patch against the develop branch.

• Ensure the PR description clearly describes the problem and solution. Include the relevant issue number if applicable.

Do you intend to add a new feature or change an existing one?

• Suggest your change in the developer Discord then start writing code.

• Do not open an issue on GitHub until you have collected positive feedback about the change. GitHub issues are primarily intended for bug reports and fixes.

Do you have questions about the source code?

• Ask any question about factomd on the developer Discord.