# Contributing

Airas Network thrives on community-driven development. We welcome everything from small bug fixes to major feature proposals. Here’s how you can get involved:

### 1. Fork & Clone

* **GitHub Repositories**: Head over to our [GitHub org](https://github.com/airas-network) and pick a project (e.g., Airas Agent or Assistant).
* **Local Environment**: Clone your fork and install dependencies with `npm install` or `yarn install`.

### 2. Develop

* **Branch Strategy**: Create a new branch for your feature or fix (e.g., `feature/your-feature-name`).
* **Follow Conventions**: Use meaningful commit messages, maintain code style, and keep changes focused.

### 3. Test

* **Local Testing**: Run `npm test` or the equivalent command for the specific repository.
* **Integration**: Check that your changes don’t break existing functionality.

### 4. Pull Request

* **Open PR**: Push your branch to GitHub and open a pull request.
* **Describe Changes**: Provide a clear description of what you did and why it matters.
* **Community Review**: The team and community will review, suggest improvements, and merge when ready.

### 5. Contribute Beyond Code

* **Documentation**: Help improve our GitBook, README files, or tutorials.
* **Ideas & Feedback**: Submit feature requests or suggestions in GitHub Issues or on our Discord.
* **Support & Outreach**: Answer questions in the community, write articles, or host meetups.


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