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Contributing Guidelines

Thank you for considering contributing to this repository! Your contributions help improve the quality and functionality of the C programs collection. Please take a moment to review these guidelines before submitting your contributions.

How to Contribute

  1. Fork the Repository Fork this repository to your own GitHub account. You can do this by clicking the "Fork" button on the top right of the repository page.

  2. Clone the Repository Clone your forked repository to your local machine using the following command:

bash Copy code git clone https://github.com/your-username/repository-name.git 3. Create a Branch Create a new branch for your contribution. It's good practice to use a descriptive branch name that reflects the changes you intend to make:

bash Copy code git checkout -b feature/your-feature-name 4. Make Your Changes Make the necessary changes or additions to the codebase. Ensure that your code adheres to the project's coding standards and conventions.

  1. Test Your Changes Thoroughly test your changes to ensure they work as expected and do not introduce any new issues. Include relevant test cases if applicable.

  2. Commit Your Changes Commit your changes with a clear and descriptive commit message. Follow the commit message guidelines:

Use the present tense (e.g., "Add feature" instead of "Added feature"). Use the imperative mood (e.g., "Fix bug" instead of "Fixes bug"). Include a brief description of your changes. bash Copy code git add . git commit -m "Add feature: description of the feature" 7. Push to Your Branch Push your changes to your forked repository:

bash Copy code git push origin feature/your-feature-name 8. Create a Pull Request Go to the original repository on GitHub and open a pull request from your branch. Provide a detailed description of your changes, including the purpose and any relevant details.

  1. Review and Feedback Your pull request will be reviewed by the repository maintainers. Be prepared to make any necessary changes based on feedback. Engage in discussions and address any comments or suggestions.

Coding Standards Follow consistent indentation and formatting. Use meaningful variable and function names. Include comments to explain the purpose of the code and any complex logic. Ensure that your code is clean, readable, and maintainable. Contribution Types You can contribute in various ways, including but not limited to:

Bug Fixes: Fixing reported issues and bugs. New Features: Implementing new features or enhancements. Documentation: Improving existing documentation or adding new documentation. Tests: Adding new test cases or improving existing tests. Refactoring: Improving the code structure and readability without changing its functionality. Code of Conduct By participating in this project, you agree to abide by the Code of Conduct. Please be respectful and considerate in all interactions and communications.

License By contributing to this repository, you agree that your contributions will be licensed under the MIT License.

Thank you for your contributions and support! If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to open an issue or contact the repository maintainers.