# Contributing Guidelines

Thank you for considering contributing to this project!

## Table of Contents

- [Code of Conduct](#code-of-conduct)
- [Getting Started](#getting-started)
- [Development Setup](#development-setup)
- [Submitting Changes](#submitting-changes)

## Code of Conduct

Please be respectful and considerate in all interactions.

## Getting Started

To contribute:

1. Fork the repository
2. Create a feature branch
3. Make your changes
4. Submit a pull request

## Development Setup

### Prerequisites

- Git
- Node.js (v16+)
- npm or yarn

### Installation Steps

```bash
git clone https://github.com/example/repo.git
cd repo
npm install
```

## Submitting Changes

### Pull Request Process

1. Update documentation
2. Add tests for new features
3. Ensure all tests pass
4. Update the [README](README.md)

### Commit Messages

Use clear and descriptive commit messages:

- feat: Add new feature
- fix: Bug fix
- docs: Documentation changes
- test: Add or update tests

## Testing

Run the test suite before submitting:

```bash
npm test
```

For more information, see:

- [User Guide](guide.md)
- [API Reference](api.md)

## Questions?

Contact the maintainers or open an issue.