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+# Contributing to DuoHacker
+
+Thank you for your interest in contributing to DuoHacker! This document outlines how to get started.
+
+## Getting Started
+
+1. **Fork & Clone**
+   ```bash
+   git clone https://github.com/your-username/DuoHacker.git
+   cd DuoHacker
+   ```
+
+2. **Create a Feature Branch**
+   ```bash
+   git checkout -b feature/your-feature-name
+   # or for fixes:
+   # git checkout -b fix/your-fix-name
+   ```
+
+3. **Make Changes**
+   - Write clean, readable JavaScript/Tampermonkey script code
+   - Follow existing code style and patterns
+   - Add comments for complex logic or API calls
+   - Test thoroughly before submitting
+
+4. **Commit & Push**
+   ```bash
+   git add .
+   git commit -m "feat: describe your change"
+   git push origin feature/your-feature-name
+   ```
+
+5. **Create a Pull Request**
+   - Go to GitHub and create a PR
+   - Provide clear description of changes
+   - Include testing details (e.g., "Tested on Duolingo lesson mode")
+   - Reference any related issues
+
+## Pull Request Guidelines
+
+- **One feature per PR** - Keep PRs focused and manageable
+- **Test on Duolingo** - Ensure it works in actual Duolingo environment
+- **Resolve all conversations** - Address all feedback before merge
+- **Update documentation** - If you change functionality, update relevant docs
+- **No breaking changes** - Maintain backward compatibility when possible
+- **Follow commit message format**:
+  - `feat:` for new features (e.g., "feat: add hide profile toggle")
+  - `fix:` for bug fixes (e.g., "fix: race condition in XP farming")
+  - `docs:` for documentation
+  - `refactor:` for code refactoring
+  - `perf:` for performance improvements
+  - `test:` for tests
+
+## Code Style Guidelines
+
+### Tampermonkey Script
+- Use meaningful variable names
+- Keep functions small and focused
+- Add comments explaining "why", not "what"
+- Remove `console.log()` and debug code before submitting
+- Follow existing Duolingo API patterns
+- Handle API errors gracefully
+
+### Example:
+```javascript
+// Good
+const probeSlugWithRetry = async (slug, maxRetries = 3) => {
+  // Implement exponential backoff for rate limiting
+  for (let i = 0; i < maxRetries; i++) {
+    try {
+      const response = await fetch(`${DUOLINGO_API}/${slug}`);
+      if (response.ok) return response.json();
+    } catch (error) {
+      if (i < maxRetries - 1) await delay(Math.pow(2, i) * 1000);
+    }
+  }
+  return null;
+};
+
+// Avoid
+const probe = async (s) => {
+  let r = await fetch(s); // unclear variable names
+  console.log(r); // debug logging left in
+  return r;
+};
+```
+
+## Feature Areas
+
+Common areas for contribution:
+- **UI/UX Improvements** - Settings panel, styling, user experience
+- **XP Farming Logic** - Race detection, slug probing optimization
+- **Performance** - Reduce API calls, optimize animations
+- **Bug Fixes** - Fix race conditions, handle edge cases
+- **Metadata** - GreasyFork description translations, SEO improvements
+- **Documentation** - README, Wiki, inline code comments
+
+## Testing
+
+Before submitting a PR:
+
+1. **Manual Testing**
+   - Test on actual Duolingo (different languages, lesson types)
+   - Test with various user scenarios (first farm, retry, 429 errors)
+   - Check browser console for errors
+
+2. **Edge Cases**
+   - Test with slow internet (rate limiting scenarios)
+   - Test with multiple concurrent operations
+   - Test on different browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari)
+
+## Review Process
+
+1. Submit your PR with clear description
+2. Project maintainer will review your code
+3. Address any feedback or requested changes
+4. Once approved, your PR will be merged
+5. Your changes will be included in the next release on GreasyFork
+
+## Questions or Ideas?
+
+- **Bug Reports** - Open an issue with steps to reproduce
+- **Feature Requests** - Open an issue describing the feature
+- **Code Questions** - Comment on related PR or open a discussion
+- **Join Discord** - https://discord.gg/Gvmd7deFtS
+
+## Important Notes
+
+- This is a Duolingo automation tool - use responsibly
+- Respect Duolingo's Terms of Service
+- No malicious features or code
+- Keep the community safe and supportive
+
+Thank you for contributing to DuoHacker! 🚀