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| 1 | +# Contributing to ProjectX Python SDK |
| 2 | + |
| 3 | +Thank you for considering contributing to the ProjectX Python SDK! This document provides guidelines and instructions to help you contribute effectively. |
| 4 | + |
| 5 | +## Table of Contents |
| 6 | +- [Development Setup](#development-setup) |
| 7 | +- [Code Style and Conventions](#code-style-and-conventions) |
| 8 | +- [Pull Request Process](#pull-request-process) |
| 9 | +- [Testing Guidelines](#testing-guidelines) |
| 10 | +- [Documentation Requirements](#documentation-requirements) |
| 11 | +- [Architecture Guidelines](#architecture-guidelines) |
| 12 | + |
| 13 | +## Development Setup |
| 14 | + |
| 15 | +### Prerequisites |
| 16 | +- Python 3.12 or higher |
| 17 | +- UV package manager (recommended) |
| 18 | + |
| 19 | +### Local Development Environment |
| 20 | + |
| 21 | +1. **Clone the repository** |
| 22 | + ```bash |
| 23 | + git clone https://github.com/yourusername/project-x-py.git |
| 24 | + cd project-x-py |
| 25 | + ``` |
| 26 | + |
| 27 | +2. **Set up the development environment with UV (recommended)** |
| 28 | + ```bash |
| 29 | + # Install UV if you haven't already |
| 30 | + curl -sSf https://install.determinate.systems/uv | python3 - |
| 31 | + |
| 32 | + # Install development dependencies |
| 33 | + uv sync |
| 34 | + ``` |
| 35 | + |
| 36 | +3. **Alternative setup with pip** |
| 37 | + ```bash |
| 38 | + pip install -e ".[dev]" |
| 39 | + ``` |
| 40 | + |
| 41 | +4. **Verify installation** |
| 42 | + ```bash |
| 43 | + uv run pytest -xvs tests/ |
| 44 | + ``` |
| 45 | + |
| 46 | +## Code Style and Conventions |
| 47 | + |
| 48 | +This project follows strict code style guidelines to maintain consistency and quality: |
| 49 | + |
| 50 | +### Python Version |
| 51 | +- Use Python 3.12+ features and syntax |
| 52 | +- Use modern typing features (e.g., `int | None` instead of `Optional[int]`) |
| 53 | + |
| 54 | +### Formatting and Linting |
| 55 | +- We use Ruff for both formatting and linting |
| 56 | +- Always run these commands before submitting code: |
| 57 | + ```bash |
| 58 | + # Format code |
| 59 | + uv run ruff format . |
| 60 | + |
| 61 | + # Lint code (with safe auto-fix) |
| 62 | + uv run ruff check --fix . |
| 63 | + ``` |
| 64 | + |
| 65 | +### Type Hints |
| 66 | +- All code MUST include comprehensive type hints |
| 67 | +- Use Python 3.10+ union syntax: `int | None` instead of `Optional[int]` |
| 68 | +- Use `isinstance(x, (A | B))` instead of `isinstance(x, (A, B))` |
| 69 | +- Use `dict[str, Any]` instead of `Dict[str, Any]` |
| 70 | + |
| 71 | +### Async/Await |
| 72 | +- This project uses an async-first architecture |
| 73 | +- All I/O operations must be async |
| 74 | +- Use `async/await` consistently |
| 75 | +- Use appropriate locking mechanisms for thread safety |
| 76 | + |
| 77 | +### Data Processing |
| 78 | +- Use Polars exclusively for DataFrame operations |
| 79 | +- Never include Pandas fallbacks or compatibility code |
| 80 | +- Use vectorized operations where possible |
| 81 | +- Validate DataFrame schemas before operations |
| 82 | + |
| 83 | +### Error Handling |
| 84 | +- Wrap ProjectX API calls in try-catch blocks |
| 85 | +- Log errors with context: `self.logger.error(f"Error in {method_name}: {e}")` |
| 86 | +- Return meaningful error responses instead of raising exceptions |
| 87 | +- Validate input parameters and API data |
| 88 | + |
| 89 | +## Pull Request Process |
| 90 | + |
| 91 | +1. **Create a feature branch** from `main` |
| 92 | + ```bash |
| 93 | + git checkout -b feature/your-feature-name |
| 94 | + ``` |
| 95 | + |
| 96 | +2. **Implement your changes** following the code style guidelines |
| 97 | + |
| 98 | +3. **Add/update tests** to cover your changes |
| 99 | + |
| 100 | +4. **Ensure all tests pass** |
| 101 | + ```bash |
| 102 | + uv run pytest -xvs tests/ |
| 103 | + ``` |
| 104 | + |
| 105 | +5. **Format and lint your code** |
| 106 | + ```bash |
| 107 | + uv run ruff format . |
| 108 | + uv run ruff check --fix . |
| 109 | + ``` |
| 110 | + |
| 111 | +6. **Update documentation** to reflect your changes |
| 112 | + |
| 113 | +7. **Submit a pull request** with: |
| 114 | + - Clear description of the changes |
| 115 | + - Reference to any related issues |
| 116 | + - Explanation of how to test the changes |
| 117 | + |
| 118 | +8. **Address review feedback** until your PR is approved |
| 119 | + |
| 120 | +## Testing Guidelines |
| 121 | + |
| 122 | +All code contributions should include appropriate tests: |
| 123 | + |
| 124 | +### Test Coverage |
| 125 | +- Maintain or improve test coverage with each PR |
| 126 | +- Write both unit and integration tests |
| 127 | + |
| 128 | +### Test Structure |
| 129 | +- Follow the existing test pattern in the `tests/` directory |
| 130 | +- Use descriptive test names (`test_should_validate_market_data`) |
| 131 | +- Include tests for both success and failure scenarios |
| 132 | + |
| 133 | +### Test Organization |
| 134 | +- Unit tests: Focus on testing individual functions/methods |
| 135 | +- Integration tests: Test the interaction between components |
| 136 | +- Comprehensive tests: Test full workflows and realistic scenarios |
| 137 | + |
| 138 | +### Test Execution |
| 139 | +```bash |
| 140 | +# Run all tests |
| 141 | +uv run pytest |
| 142 | + |
| 143 | +# Run specific test file |
| 144 | +uv run pytest tests/test_async_client.py |
| 145 | + |
| 146 | +# Run tests with coverage report |
| 147 | +uv run pytest --cov=src/project_x_py |
| 148 | +``` |
| 149 | + |
| 150 | +## Documentation Requirements |
| 151 | + |
| 152 | +Good documentation is essential for this project: |
| 153 | + |
| 154 | +### Code Documentation |
| 155 | +- All public classes, methods, and functions MUST have docstrings |
| 156 | +- Follow the established docstring format (Google style) |
| 157 | +- Include Args and Returns sections in docstrings |
| 158 | +- Document expected parameter types and return values |
| 159 | +- Include examples for complex methods |
| 160 | + |
| 161 | +### README and Example Updates |
| 162 | +- Update the README.md when adding new features |
| 163 | +- Add examples to the `examples/` directory for significant features |
| 164 | +- Keep the documentation synchronized with the code |
| 165 | + |
| 166 | +### API Reference Documentation |
| 167 | +- Add/update Sphinx documentation for public APIs |
| 168 | +- Build and verify documentation changes: |
| 169 | + ```bash |
| 170 | + cd docs |
| 171 | + uv run sphinx-build -b html . _build/html |
| 172 | + ``` |
| 173 | + |
| 174 | +## Architecture Guidelines |
| 175 | + |
| 176 | +### Project Structure |
| 177 | +- Maintain the existing modular architecture |
| 178 | +- Place new files in appropriate modules |
| 179 | +- Consider impacts on existing components |
| 180 | + |
| 181 | +### Performance Considerations |
| 182 | +- Implement time window filtering for analysis methods |
| 183 | +- Filter data BEFORE processing to reduce memory usage |
| 184 | +- Implement appropriate data cleanup for old entries |
| 185 | +- Use appropriate data types (int vs float vs str) |
| 186 | +- Consider memory management in all components |
| 187 | + |
| 188 | +### API Design |
| 189 | +- Follow the established API patterns |
| 190 | +- Use async context managers for resource management |
| 191 | +- Implement proper error handling and validation |
| 192 | +- Provide clear feedback on API errors |
| 193 | + |
| 194 | +### ProjectX Platform Integration |
| 195 | +- Follow the ProjectX API documentation |
| 196 | +- Use configuration objects for URL management |
| 197 | +- Never hardcode platform URLs |
| 198 | +- Handle all required/optional fields in API responses |
| 199 | +- Support both TopStepX endpoints and custom endpoints |
| 200 | + |
| 201 | +## Reporting Issues |
| 202 | + |
| 203 | +If you encounter any bugs or have feature requests: |
| 204 | + |
| 205 | +1. Check if the issue already exists in the GitHub issue tracker |
| 206 | +2. If not, create a new issue with: |
| 207 | + - Detailed description of the issue |
| 208 | + - Steps to reproduce |
| 209 | + - Expected vs actual behavior |
| 210 | + - Environment information (Python version, OS, etc.) |
| 211 | + |
| 212 | +## License |
| 213 | + |
| 214 | +By contributing to this project, you agree that your contributions will be licensed under the project's MIT license. |
| 215 | + |
| 216 | +## Questions? |
| 217 | + |
| 218 | +If you have any questions or need help, please open an issue or contact the project maintainers. |
| 219 | + |
| 220 | +Thank you for contributing to the ProjectX Python SDK! |
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