Contributing to Hawk.js

Thank you for your interest in contributing to Hawk.js! Your involvement helps us make this tool more robust and impactful. Whether you’re fixing a bug, adding a feature, improving documentation, or sharing ideas, every contribution is valuable.

Contribution Guidelines

Here’s how you can start contributing to Hawk.js:

1. Fork the Repository:

   • Navigate to the Hawk.js GitHub repository.
   • Click the Fork button to create a personal copy of the repository.

2. Clone Your Fork:

   • Clone the forked repository to your local machine using:

     git clone https://github.com/<your-username>/Hawk.js.git
     cd Hawk.js

3. Create a New Branch:

   • Use descriptive names for your branches, such as feature/add-logging or bugfix/fix-typo:

     git checkout -b <branch-name>

4. Make Changes:

   • Implement your feature, fix bugs, or improve documentation. Ensure you adhere to the project’s coding standards.

5. Set Up a Local FTP Server (for Testing):

   • Hawk.js requires an FTP server for testing certain functionalities like sitemap uploads. You can quickly set up an FTP server using Docker:

     docker run -d -p 21:21 -p 21000-21010:21000-21010 \
       -e USERS="user:password:1001" \
       -e ADDRESS=0.0.0.0 \
       delfer/alpine-ftp-server
   • This command creates an FTP server with a user named user and a password password. Replace them with your preferred credentials if needed.

6. Test Your Changes:

   • Run tests locally to verify your changes don’t break any existing functionality:

     npm run test
   • Ensure the FTP server is running during testing for features that require it.

7. Commit Your Changes:

   • Write clear, concise commit messages:

     git commit -m "Description of changes"

8. Push to Your Fork:

   • Push your branch to your forked repository:

     git push origin <branch-name>

9. Submit a Pull Request (PR):

   • Go to the original Hawk.js repository and open a pull request (PR).
   • Provide a clear description of the changes in your PR, including screenshots or logs if applicable.

Contribution Etiquette

• Code Quality: Ensure your code is clean, readable, and adheres to the project’s coding standards. Run linters and formatters as specified in the project.
• Documentation: Update relevant documentation when adding new features or making significant changes.
• Tests: Include unit or integration tests for new functionality.
• Respect the Community: Be polite and professional in discussions and reviews.

Join the Discussion

We encourage contributors to connect with the community. For questions, ideas, or discussions:

• Telegram Channel: Join us on Telegram
• Email: Send inquiries or feedback to [email protected]

We value your input and strive to make collaboration seamless and enjoyable.

License Agreement

By contributing to Hawk.js, you agree that your contributions will be licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0. This ensures that all submissions remain compatible with the open-source nature of the project.

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