Contributing to Gx402

How to contribute to the Gx402 SDK and documentation

Contributing to Gx402

We welcome contributions from the community! Whether you’re fixing bugs, adding features, improving documentation, or creating examples, your help makes Gx402 better for everyone.

How to Contribute

1. Report Issues

If you find a bug or have a feature request:

1. Search existing issues to avoid duplicates
2. Create a new issue with:
   • Clear title and description
   • Steps to reproduce (for bugs)
   • Expected vs actual behavior
   • Platform and version information

2. Contribute Code

Prerequisites

• Git and GitHub account
• Node.js (for documentation and tools)
• Development environment for your target platform
• Understanding of the platform-specific SDK

Getting Started

1. Fork the repository you want to contribute to:

   • Gx402 Unity SDK
   • Gx402 Unreal SDK
   • Gx402 Web SDK
   • Gx402 Mobile SDKs
   • Gx402 Documentation

2. Clone your fork:

   git clone https://github.com/YOUR-USERNAME/repository-name.git
   cd repository-name
   

3. Create a feature branch:

   git checkout -b feature/descriptive-name
   

4. Make your changes following the coding standards

5. Test your changes thoroughly

6. Commit your changes:

   git add .
   git commit -m "Description of changes"
   

7. Push to your fork:

   git push origin feature/descriptive-name
   

8. Open a Pull Request in the original repository

3. Improve Documentation

This documentation site is also open source! You can:

• Fix typos and improve clarity
• Add examples or tutorials
• Update outdated information
• Add missing platform-specific guides

4. Create Examples

Create and share complete example projects that demonstrate Gx402 features:

1. Set up a new repository with your example
2. Include comprehensive README with setup instructions
3. Use best practices for your platform
4. Share in our Community Showcase

Development Guidelines

Code Standards

JavaScript/TypeScript

• Use ES6+ features appropriately
• Follow Airbnb JavaScript style guide
• Add JSDoc comments for public functions
• Use TypeScript for type safety

/**
 * Process game data with x402 functionality
 * @param {Object} data - Game data to process
 * @param {Object} options - Processing options
 * @returns {Promise<Object>} Processed result
 */
async function processX402Data(data, options = {}) {
  // Implementation
}

C# (Unity)

• Follow Microsoft C# Coding Conventions
• Use XML documentation comments
• Implement proper error handling
• Follow Unity best practices

C++ (Unreal Engine)

• Follow Unreal Engine coding standards
• Use appropriate memory management
• Include proper module definitions
• Follow Epic Games naming conventions

Swift (iOS)

• Use Swift API Design Guidelines
• Implement proper error handling
• Follow Apple’s Human Interface Guidelines
• Use SwiftLint for style consistency

Kotlin (Android)

• Follow Kotlin Coding Conventions
• Use Android KTX extensions where appropriate
• Implement proper lifecycle management
• Follow Material Design guidelines

Testing Requirements

1. Unit Tests: Add tests for new functionality
2. Integration Tests: Test SDK integration scenarios
3. Cross-Platform Tests: Ensure consistency across platforms
4. Performance Tests: Verify performance impact

Pull Request Requirements

When submitting a pull request:

• Title: Clear and descriptive
• Description:
  • What changes are made
  • Why changes are needed
  • How changes were tested
• Code Quality: Follow style guidelines
• Documentation: Update relevant docs
• Tests: Include appropriate tests
• Breaking Changes: Clearly note if applicable

Documentation Contributions

Content Guidelines

• Clear and concise: Use simple language
• Well-structured: Follow existing patterns
• Accurate: Test code examples
• Complete: Include all necessary information
• Platform-specific: Note differences between platforms

Writing Style

• Use active voice where possible
• Include examples for each new concept
• Use consistent terminology
• Organize content logically
• Include relevant links

Documentation Structure

---
title: "Page Title"
description: "Brief description of the page content"
icon: "icon-name" // Optional
---

# Main Topic

Content goes here...

## Section 1

### Subsection

Content...

## Section 2

Code examples:
\`\`\`javascript
// Code example
const result = Gx402.example();
\`\`\`

Community Standards

Code of Conduct

• Be respectful and inclusive
• Provide constructive feedback
• Welcome newcomers
• Focus on technical quality
• Collaborate effectively

Support Others

• Answer questions in issues
• Review pull requests
• Share knowledge and expertise
• Help maintain documentation
• Contribute to community discussions

Areas Needing Help

Beginner Friendly Issues

Look for issues tagged with:

• good first issue
• docs
• typo
• example

Major Areas of Focus

1. Platform Support

   • New platform integrations
   • Platform-specific optimizations
   • Cross-platform consistency

2. Documentation

   • API documentation
   • Tutorials and guides
   • Platform-specific docs
   • Migration guides

3. Examples and Demos

   • Complete example projects
   • Feature-specific examples
   • Cross-platform demonstrations

4. Testing and Quality

   • Additional test coverage
   • Performance improvements
   • Security enhancements

5. Developer Experience

   • Tooling improvements
   • Error messages
   • Debugging tools
   • Setup workflows

Getting Help

When Contributing

• Check the existing documentation
• Look at similar implementations
• Ask questions in pull requests
• Join our Discord community for real-time help

For Documentation

• Read the Documentation Guide
• Examine existing pages for structure
• Test code examples locally
• Use mint dev to preview changes

Recognition

Contributors are recognized in:

• Repository contributor lists
• Release notes
• Community showcase
• Special contributor badges

Questions?

Not sure where to start? Join our Discord community and we’ll help you find a way to contribute that matches your skills and interests.

Thank you for helping make Gx402 better for everyone!