[TASK] Add Pull Request Template to Standardize Contributions #61
Description
Task Description
Problem
Currently, the repository does not include a Pull Request (PR) template. As a result, PRs may vary significantly in structure and detail, which can make reviews slower and increase back-and-forth between contributors and maintainers.
Given that IssueMatch is part of Social Winter of Code 2026 and actively welcomes contributions from developers of varying experience levels, the absence of a PR template can lead to:
- Missing context about what a PR does
- Unclear linkage between PRs and issues
- Lack of testing or verification details
- Inconsistent contribution quality
Benefits
- Improves clarity and quality of pull requests
- Reduces review time and follow-up questions
- Helps first-time contributors submit better PRs
- Aligns with open-source best practices
- Enhances contributor experience during SWoC 2026
Goals
Proposed Solution
Introduce a standardized Pull Request template (.github/pull_request_template.md) that guides contributors to provide essential information when submitting a PR.
The template can include sections such as:
- Summary of changes
- Related issue(s)
- Type of change (bug fix, feature, documentation, refactor, etc.)
- Testing performed
- Screenshots (if UI-related)
- Checklist for contribution readiness
This will improve review efficiency, maintain consistency across PRs, and provide clearer expectations for new contributors.
Acceptance Criteria
- A PR template is added under .github/pull_request_template.md
- The template is concise, contributor-friendly, and easy to follow
- No breaking changes to existing workflows
Component
Documentation
Technical Details
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Resources
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