WasteWise PROJECT

Contributing to WasteWise

Welcome to WasteWise! Before you get started, please take a moment to review this guideline to ensure a smooth onboarding process.

Prerequisites

Before contributing to WasteWise, make sure you have the following prerequisites installed:

• Git
• GitHub account
• Relevant development tools (e.g., Node.js, Python, etc.)

Getting Started

To join our project, follow these steps:

1. Fork the Repository: Click on the "Fork" button at the top-right corner of the repository page. This creates a copy of the project in your GitHub account.

2. Clone the Repository: Open your terminal and run the following command to clone your forked repository to your local machine:

   git clone https://github.com/your-username/project-name.git

3. Set Up Upstream: Navigate into the cloned directory and set up a remote upstream to stay synced with the original repository:

   cd project-name
   git remote add upstream https://github.com/Divaca-Tech/playsphere

4. Create a Branch: Before making any changes, create a new branch to work on your feature or fix:

   git checkout -b feature-name

5. Make Changes: Now you can make changes to the codebase using your favorite text editor or IDE.

6. Commit Changes: Once you've made your changes, commit them with descriptive messages:

   git add .
   git commit -m "Add feature-name"

7. Push Changes: Push your changes to your forked repository:

   git push --set-upstream origin feature-name

8. Submit Pull Request: Go to your forked repository on GitHub and click on the "Compare & pull request" button next to your recently pushed branch. Provide a descriptive title and details of your changes, then click "Create pull request".

Code Review Process

Once you've submitted a pull request, our team will review your changes. Please be patient during this process and be open to feedback. We aim to maintain a constructive and collaborative environment for all contributors.

Community Guidelines

• Follow our Code of Conduct.
• Ask questions and seek clarification in a respectful manner.
• Have fun and enjoy the process of contributing!

Need Help?

If you have any questions or need assistance, don't hesitate to reach out to us via whatsapp.