Contribution Guidelines
========================

We welcome contributions to the **Black and White Chef** project! Whether you're fixing bugs, improving documentation, or adding new features, your input is highly valued. Please follow the guidelines below to ensure a smooth contribution process.

Getting Started
----------------

1. **Fork the Repository**:
   - Navigate to the project repository on GitHub.
   - Click the **Fork** button to create your own copy of the repository.

2. **Clone Your Fork**:
   - Clone your forked repository to your local machine:
     ```
     git clone https://github.com/YooHyun-Kim/CLAS.git
     ```

3. **Set Up the Development Environment**:
   - Ensure you have Python and any required dependencies installed.
   - Install dependencies using:
     ```
     pip install -r requirements.txt
     ```

Coding Standards
-----------------

1. **Follow PEP 8**:
   - Adhere to Python's PEP 8 coding style guide.
   - Use tools like `flake8` or `black` to check and format your code.

2. **Write Clear and Concise Comments**:
   - Document all major functions, classes, and modules.
   - Use docstrings to describe the purpose and usage of code components.

3. **Ensure Code Quality**:
   - Test your code thoroughly before submission.
   - Include unit tests for any new features.

Submitting Contributions
-------------------------

1. **Create a New Branch**:
   - Name your branch based on the purpose of your contribution:
     ```
     git checkout -b feature/add-recipe-search
     ```

2. **Make Your Changes**:
   - Commit your changes with clear and descriptive commit messages:
     ```
     git commit -m "Add recipe search functionality"
     ```

3. **Push Your Branch**:
   - Push your branch to your forked repository:
     ```
     git push origin feature/add-recipe-search
     ```

4. **Submit a Pull Request**:
   - Navigate to the original repository and open a pull request.
   - Provide a detailed description of your changes and the issue they address.

Review and Approval
--------------------

- Your pull request will be reviewed by project maintainers.
- Feedback will be provided, and you may need to make adjustments before approval.
- Once approved, your changes will be merged into the main repository.

Thank you for contributing to the **Black and White Chef** project! Together, we can build an amazing platform.