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+# Contributing to Active Developer Badge
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+Thank you for your interest in contributing! The goal of this repository is to be a high-quality, professional resource for developers.
+
+## How to Contribute
+
+### Reporting Issues
+If you find a typo, a broken link, or have a suggestion for improvement, please open an issue.
+
+### Adding New Project Ideas
+1. Ensure the project idea is well-defined, practical, and aligns with modern development practices.
+2. Follow the project structure template exactly as shown in the main `README.md`.
+3. Keep descriptions concise and objectives actionable.
+4. Suggest a realistic and modern tech stack.
+
+### Improving Existing Content
+Improvements to clarity, structure, or technical accuracy are always welcome.
+
+## Pull Request Process
+
+1. Fork the repo and create a new branch from `main`.
+2. If you added or changed functionality, update the documentation accordingly.
+3. Ensure your commit messages are descriptive and follow the conventional commits format (e.g., `feat:`, `fix:`, `docs:`).
+4. Open a Pull Request and provide a clear title and description of your changes.
+
+## Style Guide
+
+- **Language:** Use American English.
+- **Tone:** Keep it professional, clear, and concise.
+- **Formatting:** Use Markdown linting rules. Avoid informal language and emojis in the project descriptions.