somali-names/CONTRIBUTORS.md

Random Somali first names (male/female) with optional meanings. Library + CLI.

# 🌟 Contributors

Thank you to everyone who has contributed to preserving and sharing Somali naming traditions through this project!

## 🎯 How to Get Listed

When you contribute names, improvements, or code to this project, you'll be added to this list. We recognize all forms of contribution:

- 📝 **Name Contributors** - Adding new names and meanings
- 🔍 **Reviewers** - Verifying accuracy and cultural authenticity  
- 💻 **Code Contributors** - Improving functionality and features
- 📚 **Documentation** - Enhancing guides and examples
- 🌍 **Cultural Advisors** - Providing cultural context and guidance

## 🤝 Current Contributors

*This section will be updated as contributors join the project.*

### Founding Contributors
- **Project Creator** - Initial collection and library implementation

### Name Contributors
*Contributors who have added names to our collection will be listed here*

### Code Contributors  
*Contributors who have improved the codebase will be listed here*

### Cultural Advisors
*Community members who have provided cultural guidance will be listed here*

## 🎉 Recognition Levels

### 🥇 Gold Contributors (10+ names or major features)
*Coming soon*

### 🥈 Silver Contributors (5-9 names or significant improvements)
*Coming soon*

### 🥉 Bronze Contributors (1-4 names or helpful contributions)
*Coming soon*

## 📝 Contribution Guidelines

To be recognized as a contributor:

1. **Submit a Pull Request** with your contributions
2. **Include your preferred name** and optional GitHub profile
3. **Specify recognition preference** (some prefer to remain anonymous)
4. **Ensure quality** - all contributions are reviewed for accuracy

## 🙏 Special Thanks

- **The Somali Community** - For preserving these beautiful naming traditions
- **Cultural Consultants** - Who help ensure authenticity and respect
- **Open Source Community** - For supporting cultural preservation projects

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**Want to be listed here?** Check out our [Contributing Guide](./README.md#-contributing) to get started!

*Mahadsanid* (Thank you) to all our contributors! 🇸🇴