How to Make Code Contributions

TL;DR
Donation Platform for WooCommerce is an open-source project, and we welcome contributions from the community. Before diving into development, we recommend reaching out to ensure your work aligns with the project’s roadmap and vision.

Link to the GitHub repository: https://github.com/wc-donation/wc-donation-platform

Contributing to Donation Platform for WooCommerce

As an open-source solution, Donation Platform for WooCommerce thrives on community participation. Whether you’re fixing bugs, improving existing features, or adding new functionality, your contributions help improve the platform for everyone.

1. Get in Touch First

Before you start working on a new feature or major change, it’s best to discuss your idea us. This helps ensure:

  • Your contribution aligns with the overall product vision.
  • The feature or fix isn’t already being worked on.
  • You save time by avoiding unnecessary or duplicate work.

You can start a discussion by opening an issue on GitHub or joining relevant community discussions.

2. Setting Up Your Development Environment

To contribute, you’ll need to set up a local development environment:

  1. Clone the repository from GitHub: git clone https://github.com/wc-donation/wc-donation-platform.git
  2. Install dependencies and set up your local WordPress environment.
  3. Follow WordPress plugin development best practices.

3. Submitting a Pull Request (PR)

Once you’ve made your changes:

  • Follow coding standards and best practices for WordPress development.
  • Test your changes to ensure they work as expected.
  • Create a clear and descriptive pull request (PR) on GitHub.

A good PR should:
✅ Clearly explain what the change does.
✅ Reference any related issues.
✅ Follow the project’s coding style and guidelines.

4. Code Review & Feedback

After submitting your PR, we will review your code and may request changes. Be open to feedback, as code reviews help maintain quality and consistency across the project.

5. General Resources for WordPress Plugin Development

If you’re new to WordPress plugin development or GitHub contributions, here are some helpful resources:

Conclusion

We appreciate every contribution, big or small! If you’re interested in making a difference in the development of Donation Platform for WooCommerce, get in touch and start contributing today.