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Getting Started with Desktop Browser Development	false	2024-09-21

Contributing to the Zen Browser Desktop project is a great way to get involved with open-source software development. This guide will walk you through the steps to clone the project, set up your development environment, make contributions, and submit pull requests.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, ensure you have the following tools installed:

• Git: Version control system to clone the repository and manage your code.
• Node.js: Required for building the browser.
• npm: Node package manager, which comes with Node.js.

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Step 7: Making a Contribution

Types of Contributions

You can contribute to Zen Browser in various ways, including:

• Bug Fixes: Identify and fix bugs in the codebase.
• Feature Development: Implement new features or enhance existing ones.
• Documentation: Improve or expand the project's documentation.
• Code Optimization: Refactor the code for better performance or readability.
• UI/UX Improvements: Enhance the user interface or user experience.

Guidelines for Contributions

Before contributing, please keep the following guidelines in mind:

• Follow the CODE_OF_CONDUCT : Be respectful and constructive in your interactions.
• Stick to the Coding Standards: Ensure your code adheres to the project's coding conventions. This includes proper indentation, comments, and naming conventions.
• Write Clear Commit Messages: Your commit messages should be descriptive and concise.
• Test Your Changes: Ensure that your code changes do not break existing functionality. Write tests if applicable.

How to Make a Pull Request

1. Fork the Repository: You can follow this GitHub official guide Fork a repository - GitHub Docs.

2. Create a New Branch: It’s a good practice to create a new branch for each feature or bug fix.

   git checkout -b feature/your-feature-name
   

3. Make Your Changes: Edit the code in your local repository.

4. Commit Your Changes: Commit your changes with a descriptive message.

   git commit -m "Add feature: your feature description"
   

5. Push Your Changes: Push your branch to your forked repository.

   git push origin feature/your-feature-name
   

6. Submit a Pull Request: Go to the original Zen Browser repository and submit a pull request from your forked repository.

   • Provide a clear title and description of your changes.
   • Reference any relevant issues in the pull request.

Additional Resources

• Zen Browser GitHub Repository: The main repository where you can find the source code and submit pull requests.
• CONTRIBUTING
• CODE_OF_CONDUCT

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Thank you for contributing to Zen Browser! Your contributions are valuable and help make the project better for everyone.