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Update CONTRIBUTING.md with new instructions (#1741)
Based on DOC-142, this PR updates CONTRIBUTING.md to: Fixes DOC-142 1. Improve structure 2. Introduce links to the [contributing docs](https://docs.openops.com/contributing) where relevant 3. Introduce other relevant links, mostly to GitHub Issues in sections on bug reporting and feature suggestions 4. Reduce repetition --------- Co-authored-by: Rita Gorokhod <60586879+rita-gorokhod@users.noreply.github.com>
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![Contribuitng](./static/OpenOps-GitHub-Contributing-Cover.png)
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![Contributing](./static/OpenOps-GitHub-Contributing-Cover.png)
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# **Hello there friend! 👋**
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# Welcome to the OpenOps Contributing Guide 👋
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Thank you for considering contributing to OpenOps — **any contribution is welcome!**
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Thank you for considering contributing to OpenOps - **any contribution is welcome\!**
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Your involvement helps improve FinOps automation for everyone, and this guide outlines how to contribute effectively.
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Your involvement will help improve FinOps automation for everyone, and this guide outlines how you can do it effectively.
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## 🌟 How You Can Contribute
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## **🌟 How You Can Contribute**
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Here are some common ways to contribute to OpenOps:
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* **Reporting and fixing bugs**: If you encounter any issues, please open an issue to inform us. Please let us know if you plan to raise a PR for the issue.
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* **Suggesting Features**: Have ideas for improvements? Propose a feature for discussion. We love every idea\!
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* **Improving Documentation**: Notice any gaps or errors in our documentation? Submit a PR with your corrections or enhancements in our [docs repository](https://github.com/openops-cloud/docs).
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* **Sharing Use Cases**: Real-world examples help others see the potential of OpenOps in their organizations.
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* **Joining the Community:** We welcome you in the OpenOps [Slack community](https://slack.openops.com)**.**
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* **Spreading the Word**: Tell others about OpenOps through blog posts, talks, or social media ❤️
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* **[Report bugs](#-reporting-bugs)**
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* **[Suggest features](#-suggesting-features)**
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* **[Submit pull requests](#-creating-a-pull-request)**
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* **Improve documentation**: Notice any gaps or errors? [Open an issue](https://github.com/openops-cloud/docs/issues/new) in our [Docs repository](https://github.com/openops-cloud/docs). Feel free to submit a PR with corrections. If you open a PR, please reference the issue number.
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* **Spread the word**: Share your experience with OpenOps through blog posts, talks, or social media ❤️
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* **Join the OpenOps Community** on Slack to discuss ideas, ask questions, connect with other users and contributors:
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[![Join Our Community](https://img.shields.io/badge/Slack-Join%20Community-blue?logo=slack&style=for-the-badge)](https://slack.openops.com)
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## **🚀 Creating a Pull Request**
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### 🐛 Reporting Bugs
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To contribute code or documentation:
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If you find a bug:
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1. **Fork the Repository**: Create your own copy of the repository.
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1. **[Search existing issues](https://github.com/openops-cloud/openops/issues)** to check if it has already been reported.
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2. **[Open a new issue](https://github.com/openops-cloud/openops/issues/new?template=bug.md)** if one does not exist. Please include:
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* A descriptive title
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* Steps to reproduce
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* Expected and actual behavior
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* Screenshots or logs (if applicable)
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* Your environment (OS, browser, version, etc.)
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2. **Create a Branch**: Use a descriptive name, e.g., `fix-issue-xyz` or `feature-abc`.
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We take every bug report seriously and appreciate your help in making OpenOps better.
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3. **Make Changes**: Implement your changes in the new branch.
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Please let us know if you plan to [submit a PR](#-creating-a-pull-request) to address the issue.
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4. **Test Your Changes**: Ensure your code works as expected and doesn't break existing functionality.
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### 💡 Suggesting Features
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5. **Commit Changes**: Write clear, concise commit messages.
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To propose a new feature:
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6. **Push to Your Fork**: Push your changes to your GitHub fork.
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1. **[Search existing issues](https://github.com/openops-cloud/openops/issues)** to ensure it hasn't already been suggested. To support an existing suggestion, react with 👍.
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2. **[Propose a feature](https://github.com/openops-cloud/openops/issues/new?template=feature-request.md)** using the Feature Request template. Include:
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* A clear description of the feature
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* The problem it solves
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* Any relevant context or examples
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* Potential implementation ideas, if you have them
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7. **Open a Pull Request**: Navigate to the original repository and [open a pull request](https://docs.github.com/en/github/collaborating-with-issues-and-pull-requests/creating-a-pull-request) from your forked repository.
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You can also discuss feature ideas in the [Slack community](https://slack.openops.com).
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8. **Describe Your Changes**: In the PR description, explain what your changes do and why they're needed.
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[![Join Our Community](https://img.shields.io/badge/Slack-Join%20Community-blue?logo=slack&style=for-the-badge)](https://slack.openops.com)
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**Note**: For any significant changes, we recommend discussing them via an issue or on our Slack before implementation to ensure alignment and gather feedback.
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We love innovative ideas that help take OpenOps to the next level!
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## **🐛 Reporting Bugs**
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### 🚀 Creating a Pull Request
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If you find a bug:
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You're welcome to submit PRs that address reported bugs or add new features.
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1. **Search Existing Issues**: Check if the issue has already been reported.
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External contributors often submit PRs introducing integrations with tools relevant to the FinOps community, such as cloud platforms, optimization services, and project management tools.
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We take every bug report seriously and appreciate your help in making OpenOps better\!
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Before making significant changes, please discuss them in the relevant [issue](https://github.com/openops-cloud/openops/issues) or in the [OpenOps Community](https://slack.openops.com) to ensure alignment and gather feedback.
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## **💡 Suggesting Features**
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1. **Fork this repository** to create your own copy.
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2. **Create a branch** with a descriptive name (e.g., `fix-issue-xyz`, `feature-abc`).
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3. **Set up the [development environment](https://docs.openops.com/contributing/development-environment)**.
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4. **Make changes** in your branch. See the [OpenOps Contributing Guide](https://docs.openops.com/contributing) for guidance on specific tasks, such as [choosing an authentication method](https://docs.openops.com/contributing/authentication) or [developing an integration](https://docs.openops.com/contributing/contributing-an-integration). When contributing:
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* Follow existing code style and patterns
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* Write clear, self-documenting code with descriptive variable and function names
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* Add comments for complex or non-obvious logic
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5. **Test your changes**. Add or update tests to ensure your code works as expected and doesn't break existing functionality.
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6. **Commit changes** with clear, concise commit messages.
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7. **Push to your fork**.
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1. **Search Existing Issues**: Ensure the feature hasn't been suggested.
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3. **Through Slack:** Discuss your ideas with the OpenOps team in the [Slack community](https://slack.openops.com).
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*By contributing to OpenOps, you agree that your work will be licensed under the project's [Apache 2.0 License](./LICENSE).*
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We love innovative ideas that can take OpenOps to the next level\!
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## 🎉 Recognition
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## **📝 Code Style Guidelines**
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We believe in recognizing contributions. Once accepted, contributors will be:
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* Mentioned in the [release notes](https://github.com/openops-cloud/openops/releases)
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## 🙏 Many Thanks to Other OSS Projects!
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## **🤝 Community**
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OpenOps builds on and extends work from other open-source projects, such as [ActivePieces](https://github.com/activepieces/activepieces), [Baserow](https://gitlab.com/baserow/baserow), [Superset](https://github.com/apache/superset), [React Flow](https://github.com/xyflow/xyflow), and more.
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Huge thanks to the OSS community — we're proud to be part of it and contribute back.
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## **🎉 Recognition**
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## ❓ Questions?
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We appreciate your contributions and look forward to collaborating with you\!
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## **🙏 Many Thanks to other OSS projects!**
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OpenOps leverages code from other open-source projects, such as [ActivePieces](https://github.com/activepieces/activepieces), [Baserow](https://gitlab.com/baserow/baserow), [Superset](https://github.com/apache/superset), [React Flow](https://github.com/xyflow/xyflow), and more. Huge thanks to the OSS community; we are thrilled to be a part of it and contribute back.
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*By contributing to OpenOps, you agree that your contributions will be licensed under the project's [Apache 2.0 License](./LICENSE).*
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We appreciate your contributions and look forward to collaborating with you!

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