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Requirements to contribute

  • Basic knowledge of programming is mandatory.
  • The ability to use Git and GitHub.
  • Some knowledge of Dart and how to use Flutter is preferrable for a head start.
  • UI/UX Design skills are appreciable but not mandatory.
  • Some idea about Firebase or willingness to learn it.

General coding guidelines

If you'd like to add a feature or fix a bug, we're more than happy to accept pull requests! We only ask a few things:

  • Ensure your code contains no analyzer errors, e.g:
    • Code is strong-mode compliant.
    • Code is free of lint errors.
  • Format your code with Dart-Code.dart-code.
  • Write helpful documentation.
  • If you would like to make a bigger / fundamental change to the codebase, please file a lightweight example PR / issue.

💥 How to Contribute

  • Take a look at the existing Issues or create a new issue!
  • Fork the Repo. Then, create a branch for any issue that you are working on. Finally, commit your work.
  • Create a Pull Request (PR), which will be promptly reviewed and given suggestions for improvements by the community.
  • Add screenshots or screen captures to your Pull Request to help us understand the effects of the changes proposed in your PR.

⭐ HOW TO MAKE A PULL REQUEST:

1. Start by making a fork the flutter_chat_application repository. Click on the symbol at the top right corner.

2. Clone your new fork of the repository:

git clone https://github.com/<your-github-username>/flutter_chat_application

3. Navigate to the new project directory:

cd flutter_chat_application

4. Set upstream command:

git remote add upstream https://github.com/edilsonmatola/flutter_chat_application.git

5. Checkout from main to develop branch.

git checkout develop

6. Create a feature branch from the develop branch!

git checkout -b YourBranchName

7. Sync your fork or your local repository with the origin repository:

  • In your forked repository, click on "Fetch upstream"
  • Click "Fetch and merge"

Alternatively, Git CLI way to Sync forked repository with origin repository:

git fetch upstream
git merge upstream/develop

Github Docs for Syncing

8. Make your changes to the source code.

⚠️ Update both Material and Cupertino code if applicable.

9. Stage your changes and commit:

⚠️ Make sure not to run the commands git add . or git add *. Instead, stage your changes for each file/folder

git add <file-name>
git commit -m "<your_commit_message>"

10. Push your local commits to the remote repository:

git push origin YourBranchName

10. Create a Pull Request!

⚠️ Make sure to submit the Pull Request against the develop branch.

Contribution checklist

When opening an issue or pull request, please use this template in your comment:

  • I have read the contribution guidelines at CONTRIBUTING.md
  • I have checked other issues/PRs to make sure this is not a duplicate
  • I agree that my contribution is subject to this project's MIT License

11. Congratulations! You've made your first contribution to flutter_chat_application! 🙌🏼

Style Guide for Git Commit Messages 📝

How you can add more value to your contribution logs:

  • Use the present tense. (Example: "Add feature" instead of "Added feature")
  • Use the imperative mood. (Example: "Move item to...", instead of "Moves item to...")
  • Limit the first line (also called the Subject Line) to 50 characters or less.
  • Capitalize the Subject Line.
  • Separate subject from body with a blank line.
  • Do not end the subject line with a period.
  • Wrap the body at 72 characters.
  • Use the body to explain the what, why, vs, and how.
  • Reference Issues and Pull Requests liberally after the first line.

💥 Issues

In order to discuss changes, you are welcome to open an issue about what you would like to contribute. Enhancements are always encouraged and appreciated.

All the best! 🥇

Sit and relax, you've made your contribution!

For help getting started with Flutter, view the online documentation, which offers tutorials, samples, guidance on mobile development, and a full API reference.