helixml / base-images

Contributing to helixml/base-images

Getting Started

  1. Fork the repository: Create a fork of the helixml/base-images repository on GitHub. This creates a copy of the project under your GitHub account where you can make changes.

  2. Clone your fork: Clone your forked repository to your local machine:

git clone https://github.com/<your-github-username>/base-images.git
cd base-images
  1. Create a new branch: Before making changes, create a new branch from the main branch to isolate your work:
git checkout -b feature/your-feature-name

Making Changes

  1. Identify a task: Explore the project’s issues and look for issues labeled with “good first issue” or “help wanted”. Alternatively, you can identify areas for improvement based on your understanding of the project.

  2. Implement your changes: Make the necessary changes to the codebase, ensuring they are consistent with the project’s style and best practices.

  3. Write tests: If applicable, write tests for your changes to ensure they are correct and do not introduce regressions.

  4. Document your changes: Update documentation (if any) to reflect your changes.

Submitting Changes

  1. Commit your changes: Commit your changes with a descriptive message that explains the purpose of your changes:
git add .
git commit -m "feat: Add new feature"
  1. Push your branch: Push your branch to your forked repository:
git push origin feature/your-feature-name

  1. Open a pull request: On GitHub, navigate to your forked repository and open a pull request from your branch to the main branch of the original helixml/base-images repository.

  2. Review and discussion: The maintainers will review your pull request and provide feedback. Address any comments and iterate on your changes as needed.

Build, Run, Test, and Deploy

The repository appears to utilize Docker for building and running the project. You can use the following commands to interact with the project:

  • Build: docker build -t base-images .
  • Run: docker run -it base-images /bin/sh
  • Test: make test (assuming there is a Makefile with a test target)
  • Deploy: docker push base-images (assuming it’s authenticated)

Additionally, the project might utilize Docker Compose, which is a tool for defining and running multi-container Docker applications. If you encounter a docker-compose.yml file, you can use the following commands:

  • Build: docker-compose build
  • Run: docker-compose up
  • Stop and Remove: docker-compose down

Communication and Collaboration

While a formal contributing guide is not yet available, you can engage with the community and maintainers in the following ways:

  • Open issues: Report bugs, request features, or ask questions by creating issues on the helixml/base-images repository.
  • Join discussions: Participate in discussions on open issues and pull requests to provide your insights and collaborate with others.

By following these steps, you can contribute to the development of the helixml/base-images project and collaborate with the community to make it even better.