helixml / chat-widget

Contributing to helixml/chat-widget

This guide outlines how to contribute to the helixml/chat-widget project.

Getting Started

  1. Fork the repository: Create a copy of the project on your GitHub account. This will allow you to make changes without directly affecting the original repository.
  2. Clone your fork: On your local machine, use Git to clone your forked repository:
git clone [email protected]:<your_username>/chat-widget.git

Replace <your_username> with your actual GitHub username. 3. Install dependencies: Navigate to the project directory and install the necessary dependencies using npm:

cd chat-widget
npm install

Contributing

Types of Contributions:

  • Bug fixes: Identify and resolve issues reported in the project’s issue tracker.
  • Feature enhancements: Implement new features or improve existing ones.
  • Documentation improvements: Enhance existing documentation or create new documentation.

Contribution Workflow:

  1. Identify an issue: Explore the project’s issues https://github.com/helixml/chat-widget/issues to find an issue you’d like to address.
  2. Create a branch: Before making changes, create a new branch based on the main branch:
git checkout -b feature/your-feature-name

Replace feature/your-feature-name with a descriptive name for your branch. 3. Make your changes: Implement your fix or feature in the new branch. 4. Run tests: If applicable, run the project’s tests to ensure your changes do not introduce new issues. 5. Commit your changes: Commit your changes with a clear and concise message:

git add .
git commit -m "Fix: Resolved issue #<issue_number>"

Replace <issue_number> with the actual issue number. 6. Push to your fork: Push your changes to your forked repository:

git push origin feature/your-feature-name
  1. Create a pull request: On GitHub, create a pull request from your feature branch to the main branch of the original repository. Provide a detailed description of your changes and the issue you are addressing.

Code Style

  • Follow the existing code style guidelines within the project.
  • Ensure your code is well-formatted and adheres to best practices.

Communication

  • Engage with the project maintainers and other contributors through discussions on GitHub issues or pull requests.
  • Be respectful and constructive in your communication.

Additional Tips

  • Familiarize yourself with the project’s existing codebase.
  • Start with smaller contributions to gain familiarity with the project’s workflow.
  • Ask for help if you need it! The project maintainers and community are happy to assist you.