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+# Contributing Guidelines
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+Thank you for your interest in contributing to an OWASP project. We welcome all contributions and appreciate your efforts to improve our projects.
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+## Getting Started
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+To get started with contributing to any OWASP project, please follow these steps:
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+1. [Join](http://owasp.org/slack/invite) the [OWASP Slack workspace](https://owasp.slack.com) to connect with the OWASP community and get help with any questions you may have.
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+2. Review the [OWASP Projects](https://owasp.org/projects/) page to browse the list of OWASP projects and find a project that aligns with your interests and skills.
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+3. Visit the project's individual page and repository to familiarize yourself with the project goals and objectives.
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+4. Fork the repository and clone it to your local machine.
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+5. Install any necessary dependencies and set up your development environment.
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+6. Make your changes and test them locally to ensure they work as expected.
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+7. Submit a pull request with your changes.
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+## Pull Request Guidelines
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+Before submitting a pull request, please make sure:
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+1. Your changes are consistent with the project's goals and objectives.
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+2. Your changes are well-documented and follow the project's coding standards.
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+3. Your changes do not introduce new bugs or break existing functionality.
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+4. Your changes are accompanied by tests, if applicable.
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+5. Your pull request includes a clear and concise description of the changes you have made.
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+## Code of Conduct
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+We ask that all contributors to OWASP projects abide by our [Code of Conduct](https://owasp.org/www-policy/operational/code-of-conduct). This code outlines our expectations for behavior within the project community and helps us maintain a welcoming and inclusive environment for all contributors.
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+Thank you for your interest in contributing to an OWASP project. We appreciate your efforts to help us improve and grow our projects.