From 11c3100bd2f319a531135b9089cd6c4e4561335b Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001
From: GauravSahu891 <gauravsahu891@gmail.com>
Date: Wed, 23 Oct 2024 20:45:16 +0530
Subject: [PATCH] Improved readability of CONTRIBUTING.md without altering
 important details

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 CONTRIBUTING.md | 38 ++++++++++++++++----------------------
 1 file changed, 16 insertions(+), 22 deletions(-)

diff --git a/CONTRIBUTING.md b/CONTRIBUTING.md
index 3d4f4d6628..d3a67c737e 100644
--- a/CONTRIBUTING.md
+++ b/CONTRIBUTING.md
@@ -1,35 +1,35 @@
 # Contribution Guidelines 📚
 
-Welcome to our project! We appreciate your interest and contributions. Please read the following guidelines carefully to ensure a smooth collaboration.
+Welcome to Our Project!
+Thank you for your interest in contributing! Please read the following guidelines carefully to ensure smooth collaboration.
 
-## General Rules:
-
-- **Creativity Allowed:** Feel free to submit pull requests that break the rules—we might just merge them anyway!
-- **No Build Steps:** Avoid adding build steps like `npm install` to maintain simplicity as a static site.
-- **Preserve Existing Content:** Do not remove existing content.
-- **Code Style:** Your code can be neat, messy, simple, or complex. As long as it works, it's welcome.
-- **Add Your Name:** Remember to add your name to the `contributorsList` file.
-- **Keep it Small:** Aim for small pull requests to minimize merge conflicts and streamline reviews.
+## General Guidelines:
+**Creativity Allowed:** If you have an idea that bends the rules, feel free to submit a pull request (PR). We may still merge it!
+**No Build Steps:** Please avoid adding build steps (e.g., npm install). This project is intended to stay simple as a static site.
+**Preserve Existing Content:**  Ensure you do not remove any existing content.
+**Code Style:** Whether your code is clean or messy, simple or complex—it’s all welcome, as long as it works.
+**Add Your Name:** Don’t forget to add your name to the contributorsList file.
+**Keep it Small:** Try to keep your pull requests small. This helps minimize merge conflicts and makes reviews easier.
 
 ## Getting Started 🤩🤗
 
 1. **Fork the Repository:**
-   - Use the fork button at the top right of the repository page.
+- Click the "Fork" button at the top right of the repository page to create your own copy of the project.
 
 2. **Clone Your Fork:**
    - Clone the forked repository to your local machine.
 
    ```bash
-   git clone https://github.com/fineanmol/Hacktoberfest2024.git
+    git clone https://github.com/your-username/Hacktoberfest2024.git
    ```
 
 3. **Navigate to the Project Directory:**
 
    ```bash
-   cd Hacktoberfest2024
-   ```
+    cd Hacktoberfest2024
+    ```
 
-4. **Create a New Branch:**
+    4. **Create a New Branch:**
 
    ```bash
    git checkout -b my-new-branch
@@ -56,11 +56,6 @@ Welcome to our project! We appreciate your interest and contributions. Please re
 
 8. **Create a Pull Request:**
    - Go to your forked repository on GitHub and create a pull request to the main repository.
-
-## Avoiding Conflicts {Syncing Your Fork}
-
-To keep your fork up-to-date with the main repository and avoid conflicts:
-
 1. **Add Upstream Remote:**
 
    ```bash
@@ -82,9 +77,8 @@ To keep your fork up-to-date with the main repository and avoid conflicts:
 
    This will pull in changes from the parent repository and help you resolve any conflicts.
 
-4. **Keep Updated:**
+4. **Stay Updated:**
    - Regularly pull changes from the upstream repository to keep your fork updated.
 
-We look forward to your contributions and thank you for being a part of our community!
-
+We appreciate your contributions and are excited to have you as part of our community! Thank you for helping improve our project!