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+# Contributing to Dictory
+
+Thank you for your interest in contributing to **Dictory**! Your help is appreciated.
+
+## How to Contribute
+
+### 1. Fork the Repository
+
+Click the "Fork" button at the top right of the [repository page](https://github.com/your-username/dictory) to create your own copy.
+
+### 2. Clone Your Fork
+
+```bash
+git clone https://github.com/your-username/dictory.git
+cd dictory
+```
+
+### 3. Set Up the Development Environment
+
+Install dependencies:
+
+```bash
+uv sync --extra dev
+```
+
+### 4. Make Your Changes
+
+- Follow [PEP8](https://www.python.org/dev/peps/pep-0008/) style guidelines.
+- Write clear, concise commit messages.
+- Add or update tests for your changes.
+
+### 5. Run Tests
+
+Before submitting, ensure all tests pass:
+
+```bash
+uv run pytest
+```
+
+### 6. Submit a Pull Request
+
+- Push your changes to your fork.
+- Open a pull request against the `main` branch of the original repository.
+- Describe your changes and reference any related issues.
+
+## Code of Conduct
+
+Be respectful and considerate. See [Contributor Covenant](https://www.contributor-covenant.org/) for guidelines.
+
+## Need Help?
+
+Open an issue or ask in the discussions section.
+
+Thank you for contributing!