anipub/CONTRIBUTING.md

A simple Anime Watching Site using Nodejs

# 🤝 Contributing to AniPub

First off, thanks for considering contributing to **AniPub**!  
Your code, ideas, and energy are what drive this project forward. Whether you're fixing a typo or building a new feature, you are awesome.

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## 🚀 How to Contribute

1. **Fork the repository**  
   Click the "Fork" button at the top right to create your own copy.

2. **Clone your fork**
   ```bash
   git clone https://github.com/your-username/AniPub.git
   cd AniPub
   ```

3. **Create a new branch**
   ```bash
   git checkout -b my-cool-feature
   ```

4. **Install dependencies**
   ```bash
   npm install
   ```

5. **Start the server locally**
   ```bash
   node backend/app.js
   # Open http://localhost:3000 to test your changes
   ```

6. **Make your changes and commit**
   ```bash
   git add .
   git commit -m "Describe your changes"
   ```

7. **Push to your fork**
   ```bash
   git push origin my-cool-feature
   ```

8. **Create a Pull Request**  
   Go to your fork on GitHub and click "New Pull Request".

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## 📝 What Can You Contribute?

- Bug fixes and troubleshooting 🐞
- New features and enhancements 🚀
- UI/UX improvements 🎨
- Documentation updates 📝
- Code optimization and refactoring ⚡
- Security improvements 🔒

All skill levels are welcome! If you're not sure where to start, check the [issues](https://github.com/AdnanDLuffy/AniPub/issues).

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## 🌟 Contribution Guidelines

- Describe your changes clearly in commits and PRs.
- Follow existing code style (EJS, CSS, JS, Node.js/Express).
- If you add a new feature, update the documentation/wiki if needed.
- Be respectful and constructive in all interactions.
- Test your code before submitting a PR.

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## 💬 Need Help?

- Open an [issue](https://github.com/AdnanDLuffy/AniPub/issues) for questions and bug reports.
- Suggest ideas or improvements in Discussions (coming soon).
- For security issues, please see [SECURITY.md](./SECURITY.md).

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## 💸 Support AniPub

AniPub is powered by open source and community support.  
If you’d like to help with hosting and development costs, see donation links on the [main site](https://anipub.onrender.com) or repo.

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Thank you for making AniPub better!  
Made with ❤️ by the AniPub community.