> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.ellomas.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Contributing

> Guidelines for contributing to Seedling.

# Contributing to Seedling

Thanks for your interest in contributing!

## Getting Started

1. Fork the repository on GitHub
2. Clone your fork
3. Run `go mod tidy` to install dependencies
4. Run `go build ./...` to verify the build

## Development Workflow

* Create a feature branch from `main`
* Write tests for new functionality
* Ensure `go vet ./...` and `go test ./...` pass
* Keep commits small and focused
* Use conventional commit messages (`feat:`, `fix:`, `chore:`, `docs:`, etc.)

## Running Tests

```bash theme={null}
go test -v -race -count=1 ./...
```

## Code Style

* Follow standard Go conventions (`gofmt`, `golint`)
* Avoid external dependencies where possible
* Public API changes should be discussed in an issue first

## Pull Request Process

1. Update documentation if needed
2. Ensure CI passes (lint, vet, build, test)
3. Request a review
4. Squash commits on merge

## Reporting Issues

Open an issue with:

* A clear description of the problem
* Steps to reproduce
* Expected vs actual behavior
* Go version and OS