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+# Contributing to The FOSS Club Projects
+
+Thank you for your interest in contributing to our open-source projects! We appreciate your help in improving the Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) community. Please follow the guidelines below to ensure a smooth contribution process.
+
+## How to Get Started
+
+### 1. Find an Issue
+Check out the project repositories and find issues labeled with `hacktoberfest` or suitable tasks that align with your skills. We encourage contributors to start with beginner-friendly issues.
+
+### 2. Fork the Repository
+Click the "Fork" button on the top-right of the repository page to make a copy of the project under your GitHub account.
+
+### 3. Clone Your Fork
+Clone the repository to your local machine for development:
+
+```bash
+git clone https://github.com/your-username/repository-name.git
+```
+
+### 4. Create a Branch
+Work on your changes in a new branch to keep your main branch clean:
+
+```bash
+git checkout -b your-branch-name
+```
+
+### 5. Make Your Changes
+Implement your changes based on the issue you are addressing. Ensure your code follows the project’s coding standards.
+
+### 6. Test Your Changes
+Make sure your changes work by running the project tests (if available). Provide additional tests if required.
+
+### 7. Commit Your Changes
+Once you’re happy with your work, commit your changes:
+
+```bash
+git add .
+git commit -m "Description of your changes"
+```
+
+### 8. Push Your Changes
+Push your changes to your forked repository:
+
+```bash
+git push origin your-branch-name
+```
+
+### 9. Open a Pull Request
+Submit a pull request (PR) to the original repository for review. Make sure to describe the changes you’ve made and link it to the relevant issue.
+
+### 10. Wait for Review
+The maintainers will review your contribution. If there are any changes requested, please address them promptly. Once approved, your contribution will be merged!
+
+## Code of Conduct
+We follow the [Code of Conduct](link-to-code-of-conduct) to ensure a positive environment for our community. Please be respectful and follow the guidelines.
+
+## Hacktoberfest Contributions
+If you are contributing for Hacktoberfest, make sure the repository is opted-in, and issues are tagged with `hacktoberfest`. Contributions must follow the [Hacktoberfest guidelines](https://hacktoberfest.digitalocean.com/).
+
+Thank you for contributing!