CONTRIBUTING.md

Contributing to VeriFile-X

Development Setup

1. Fork the repository
2. Clone your fork
3. Create a feature branch: git checkout -b feature/your-feature
4. Make changes
5. Test thoroughly
6. Commit with clear messages
7. Push and create Pull Request

Code Standards

• Python: Follow PEP 8
• Comments: Explain why, not what
• Tests: Required for new features
• Commits: Atomic and descriptive

Pull Request Process

1. Update README if needed
2. Add tests for new functionality
3. Ensure all tests pass
4. Request review from maintainer

Questions?

Open an issue with the question label.