Contributing

We welcome contributions to the Haxinator 2000 project! Whether you're fixing bugs, adding features, improving documentation, or sharing custom builds, your contributions help make the project better for everyone.

Getting Started

Code of Conduct

By participating in this project, you agree to abide by our code of conduct:

• Be Respectful: Treat all contributors with respect and professionalism
• Be Inclusive: Welcome contributors of all backgrounds and skill levels
• Be Constructive: Provide helpful feedback and suggestions
• Be Patient: Remember that everyone is learning and improving

Development Environment

Set up your development environment:

# Fork and clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/yourusername/haxinator2000.git
cd haxinator2000

# Create a development branch
git checkout -b feature/your-feature-name

# Install development dependencies
pip3 install -r requirements-dev.txt

Types of Contributions

Bug Reports

Help us improve by reporting bugs:

Before Reporting

• Search Existing Issues: Check if the bug has already been reported
• Test Latest Version: Ensure you're using the latest version
• Reproduce Consistently: Verify the bug can be reproduced

Bug Report Template

**Bug Description**
A clear description of what the bug is.

**Steps to Reproduce**
1. Go to '...'
2. Click on '....'
3. Scroll down to '....'
4. See error

**Expected Behavior**
What you expected to happen.

**Actual Behavior**
What actually happened.

**Environment**
- Haxinator Version: [e.g. 2.0.1]
- Hardware: [e.g. Raspberry Pi 4]
- Host OS: [e.g. Windows 10, macOS 12.0]
- Browser: [e.g. Chrome 96.0]

**Additional Context**
Any other context about the problem.

Feature Requests

Suggest new features or improvements:

Feature Request Template

**Feature Description**
A clear description of the feature you'd like to see.

**Use Case**
Describe the problem this feature would solve.

**Proposed Solution**
Describe how you envision this feature working.

**Alternatives Considered**
Any alternative solutions you've considered.

**Additional Context**
Any other context or screenshots about the feature.

Code Contributions

Contribute code improvements and new features:

Development Workflow

1. Fork Repository: Create your own fork
2. Create Branch: Create a feature branch
3. Make Changes: Implement your changes
4. Test Changes: Thoroughly test your changes
5. Submit PR: Submit a pull request

Coding Standards

Follow our coding standards:

# Python code style
- Follow PEP 8 style guide
- Use meaningful variable names
- Add docstrings to functions
- Include type hints where appropriate

def connect_tunnel(server: str, port: int) -> bool:
    """
    Connect to a tunnel server.

    Args:
        server: The server hostname or IP
        port: The server port number

    Returns:
        True if connection successful, False otherwise
    """
    pass

// JavaScript code style
- Use camelCase for variables and functions
- Use const/let instead of var
- Add JSDoc comments for functions
- Use modern ES6+ features

/**
 * Connect to the web interface
 * @param {string} url - The interface URL
 * @returns {Promise<boolean>} Connection success
 */
async function connectInterface(url) {
    // Implementation
}

Documentation Contributions

Help improve project documentation:

Documentation Types

• User Guides: Help users understand features
• API Documentation: Document code interfaces
• Tutorials: Step-by-step learning guides
• FAQ: Frequently asked questions

Documentation Standards

• Clear Writing: Use clear, concise language
• Code Examples: Include working code examples
• Screenshots: Add screenshots for UI features
• Cross-References: Link to related documentation

Testing Contributions

Help improve project quality through testing:

Test Types

• Unit Tests: Test individual functions
• Integration Tests: Test component interactions
• System Tests: Test complete workflows
• Performance Tests: Test system performance

Testing Guidelines

# Run existing tests
python -m pytest tests/

# Add new tests
# tests/test_tunneling.py
def test_dns_tunnel_connection():
    """Test DNS tunnel connection functionality."""
    assert connect_dns_tunnel("test.example.com") == True

Pull Request Process

Before Submitting

• Test Thoroughly: Ensure all tests pass
• Update Documentation: Update relevant documentation
• Check Style: Follow coding standards
• Rebase Branch: Rebase on latest main branch

Pull Request Template

**Description**
Brief description of changes made.

**Type of Change**
- [ ] Bug fix
- [ ] New feature
- [ ] Documentation update
- [ ] Performance improvement
- [ ] Code refactoring

**Testing**
- [ ] Unit tests pass
- [ ] Integration tests pass
- [ ] Manual testing completed
- [ ] Performance impact assessed

**Checklist**
- [ ] Code follows style guidelines
- [ ] Self-review completed
- [ ] Documentation updated
- [ ] No breaking changes (or documented)

Review Process

1. Automated Checks: CI/CD runs automated tests
2. Code Review: Maintainers review code changes
3. Feedback: Address any feedback or requested changes
4. Approval: Maintainer approves the pull request
5. Merge: Changes are merged into main branch

Community Guidelines

Communication Channels

• GitHub Issues: Bug reports and feature requests
• GitHub Discussions: General questions and discussions
• Pull Requests: Code contributions and reviews

Getting Help

• Documentation: Check existing documentation first
• Search Issues: Search for similar questions
• Ask Questions: Don't hesitate to ask for help
• Be Specific: Provide detailed information

Recognition

We recognize contributors in several ways:

• Contributors File: Listed in CONTRIBUTORS.md
• Release Notes: Mentioned in release announcements
• Special Thanks: Recognition for significant contributions
• Maintainer Status: Opportunity to become a maintainer

Security Contributions

Responsible Disclosure

Report security vulnerabilities responsibly:

1. Private Report: Email security issues privately
2. No Public Disclosure: Don't post security issues publicly
3. Provide Details: Include reproduction steps
4. Allow Time: Give time for fixes before disclosure

Security Review

Help with security reviews:

• Code Audits: Review code for security issues
• Penetration Testing: Test for vulnerabilities
• Security Documentation: Improve security guides
• Threat Modeling: Help identify potential threats

Custom Build Contributions

Sharing Custom Builds

Share your custom builds with the community:

1. Document Build: Create comprehensive documentation
2. Test Thoroughly: Test on multiple devices
3. Follow Standards: Follow build configuration standards
4. Submit Template: Submit as a build template

Build Templates

Create reusable build templates:

# Example build template
name: "Educational Build"
description: "Optimized for educational use"
target_audience: "Students and educators"
features:
  - basic_tunneling
  - educational_tools
  - simplified_interface
documentation:
  - setup_guide.md
  - usage_examples.md

Release Process

Version Numbering

We follow semantic versioning (SemVer):

• Major: Breaking changes (2.0.0)
• Minor: New features (2.1.0)
• Patch: Bug fixes (2.1.1)

Release Cycle

• Regular Releases: Monthly minor releases
• Security Releases: As needed for security fixes
• Major Releases: Annually or for significant changes

Getting Recognition

Contributor Levels

• Contributor: Made accepted contributions
• Regular Contributor: Multiple significant contributions
• Core Contributor: Ongoing significant contributions
• Maintainer: Trusted with project maintenance

Benefits

• Learning: Gain experience with real-world projects
• Networking: Connect with other developers
• Portfolio: Build your development portfolio
• Impact: Help users worldwide with connectivity challenges

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Ready to contribute? Check out our GitHub repository and start with a good first issue!