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Contribution Guidelines

Thank you for considering contributing to Tailcall! This document outlines the steps and guidelines to follow when contributing to this project.

Getting Started

  1. Fork the Repository: Start by forking the repository to your personal account on GitHub.
  2. Clone the Forked Repository: Once you have forked the repository, clone it to your local machine. 
    git clone https://github.com/tailcallhq/tailcall.git

Setting Up the Development Environment

  1. Install Rust: If you haven't already, install Rust using rustup. Install the nightly toolchain as well, as it's used for linting.

  2. Install Prettier: Install Prettier too as this is also used for linting.

  3. Build the Application: Navigate to the project directory and build the application.

    cd tailcall
cargo build

  4. Start the Server: To start the server, use the following command:

    cargo run -- start ./examples/jsonplaceholder.graphql

    Once the server is running, you can access the GraphiQL interface at http://localhost:8000/graphiql.

Making Changes

  1. Create a New Branch: Always create a new branch for your changes.

    git checkout -b feature/your-feature-name

  2. Write Clean Code: Ensure your code is clean, readable, and well-commented.

  3. Follow Rust Best Practices: Adhere to the Rust API Guidelines.

  4. Use Title Case in Job Names: When adding new CI jobs to .github/workflows, please use title case e.g. Close Stale Issues and PR.

Testing

  1. Write Tests: For every new feature or bugfix, ensure that you write appropriate tests.
  2. Run Tests: Before submitting a pull request, ensure all tests pass. 
    cargo test

Documentation

  1. Update README: If your changes necessitate a change in the way users interact with the application, update the README accordingly.
  2. Inline Documentation: Add inline documentation to your code where necessary.

Committing Your Changes

  1. Atomic Commits: Make sure each commit is atomic (i.e., it does one thing). This makes it easier to review and revert if necessary.
  2. Commit Message Guidelines: Write meaningful commit messages. Start with a short summary (50 chars max), followed by a blank line and then a detailed description if needed.

Submitting a Pull Request

  1. Push to Your Fork: Push your changes to your fork on GitHub.

    git push origin feature/your-feature-name

  2. Open a Pull Request: Navigate to the original repository on GitHub and open a pull request against the main or develop branch.

  3. Describe Your Changes: In the pull request description, explain the changes you made, the issues they resolve, and any other relevant information.

  4. Wait for Review: Maintainers will review your pull request. Address any comments or feedback they provide.

Spread the Word

  1. Star the Repository: If you find this project useful, please give it a star on GitHub. This helps increase its visibility and encourages more people to contribute.
  2. Tweet About Your Contribution: Share your contributions and experiences with the wider community on Twitter. Use the hashtag #TailcallContributor and tag @tailcallhq to let us know!

Community

  1. Be Respectful: Please remember that this is an open-source project and the community is welcoming and respectful to all members.

Final Words

Thank you for contributing! Your efforts help improve the application for everyone.