DevInnovators - First Open Source Commit

Welcome to the DevInnovators First Open Source Commit repository!

This project is designed as a starting point for all DevInnovators members to make their first open source contribution. In this project, you'll add your entry (your details such as Name, Roll, Branch, Section and Email) to a common file. This is a practical introduction to the open source contribution workflow.

📌 How to Contribute?

Step 1: Fork the Repository

Go to this repository and click on the "Fork" button at the top-right corner. This will create a copy in your GitHub account.

Step 2: Clone Your Fork

Copy the URL of your fork and run the following command in your terminal:

git clone https://github.com/<your-username>/DevInnovators-FirstOpenSourceCommit.git

Navigate into the project folder:

cd DevInnovators-FirstOpenSourceCommit

Step 3: Create a New Branch

Always work in a new branch to keep changes organized.

git checkout -b add-my-name

Step 4: Append Your Details

Open the contributors.txt file and add your details at the end following the format given in CONTRIBUTORS.md.

Step 5: Commit Your Changes

git add contributors.txt
git commit -m "Added [Your Name] - [Your Roll Number] to contributors list"

Step 6: Push Changes to Your Fork

git push origin add-my-name

Step 7: Create a Pull Request

1. Go to your forked repository on GitHub.
2. Click on "Compare & pull request".
3. Ensure your branch is being merged into the main branch.
4. Submit your pull request.

📌 Guidelines

• Follow the Format:
  Append your entry in contributors.txt exactly as described in the CONTRIBUTORS.md file.
• Do Not Modify Existing Entries:
  Only append your entry at the end.
• Be Professional:
  Ask questions if needed—no question is too basic. We're here to learn together.
• Serious Contributions Only:
  This project is for genuine learners committed to open source.

Happy Contributing and Happy Coding! 🚀 — DevInnovators Team