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+# Contributing
+
+When contributing to this repository, please first discuss the change you wish to make via issue,
+email, or any other method with the owners of this repository before working on a change. 
+
+Please note we have a code of conduct, please follow it in all your interactions with the project.
+
+## Pull Request Guidelines
+
+1. Please ensure your proposal will not radically change current functionality or bring along breaking changes.
+2. PRs only consisting of typo fixes (or other automated contributions), will not be accepted.
+3. Do not add any dependencies to the project.
+4. Document your changes thoroughly.
+5. Ensure coverage is complete (`npm run coverage` should show 100% coverage) and that none of the tests fail.
+6. Be reactive to any comments, reviews or change requests entered in your pull request.