From d9fcbf623d32bf9b7c275258c1cef2189b56a623 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001
From: DirefulBelt6803 <76021317+DirefulBelt6803@users.noreply.github.com>
Date: Sun, 27 Oct 2024 13:48:55 -0700
Subject: [PATCH] Added detailed documentation on how to contribute (#205)

---
 docs/.vitepress/config.mts     |  8 ++---
 docs/developer/contributing.md | 53 ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
 2 files changed, 55 insertions(+), 6 deletions(-)
 create mode 100644 docs/developer/contributing.md

diff --git a/docs/.vitepress/config.mts b/docs/.vitepress/config.mts
index 6f608d44d..0b91f8b3a 100644
--- a/docs/.vitepress/config.mts
+++ b/docs/.vitepress/config.mts
@@ -24,18 +24,14 @@ export default defineConfig({
       {
         text: "Developers",
         items: [
-          {
-            text: "Contributing",
-            link: "https://github.com/Snowiiii/Pumpkin/blob/master/CONTRIBUTING.md",
-          },
+          { text: "Contributing", link: "/developer/contributing", },
           { text: "Introduction", link: "/developer/introduction" },
           { text: "Networking", link: "/developer/networking" },
           { text: "Authentication", link: "/developer/authentication" },
           { text: "RCON", link: "/developer/rcon" },
           { text: "World", link: "developer/world"},
         ],
-      },
-      
+      },      
       {
         text: "Configuration",
         items: [
diff --git a/docs/developer/contributing.md b/docs/developer/contributing.md
new file mode 100644
index 000000000..c8da9b340
--- /dev/null
+++ b/docs/developer/contributing.md
@@ -0,0 +1,53 @@
+### Contributing to Pumpkin
+We appreciate your interest in contributing to Pumpkin! This document outlines the guidelines for submitting bug reports, feature suggestions, and code changes.
+
+### Getting Started
+The easiest way to get started is by asking for help in our [discord](https://discord.gg/wT8XjrjKkf).
+
+### How to Contribute
+There are several ways you can contribute to Pumpkin:
+
+#### Reporting Bugs
+  If you encounter a bug, please search for existing issues on the issue tracker first.
+
+  If you can't find a duplicate issue, open a new one.
+
+  Follow the template and provide a clear description of the bug, including steps to reproduce it if possible.
+  Screenshots, logs, or code snippets can also be helpful.
+
+#### Suggesting Features
+  Do you have an idea on how Pumpkin can be improved? Share your thoughts by opening an issue on the issue tracker.
+
+  Describe the proposed feature in detail, including its benefits and potential implementation considerations.
+
+#### Contributing Code
+  To get started with contributing code to Pumpkin, fork the repository on github
+
+- First create a github account if you don't already have one
+ 
+- Go to Pumpkin's Official [Github Repository](https://github.com/Snowiiii/Pumpkin) and press fork
+
+> Creating a fork means you now have your own copy of the Pumpkin source code, (this does not mean you own the copyright)
+
+  Now that you have a copy that you can edit, you will need a few tools
+
+- Install [git](https://git-scm.com/downloads) for your operating system
+
+- To get started with git, visit [Getting started with Git](https://docs.github.com/en/get-started/getting-started-with-git)
+
+- Optional: If you want a graphical tool to interact with Github, install [Github-Desktop](https://desktop.github.com/download/)
+
+> Github Desktop may be easier if you are not used to the command line, but it is not for everyone
+
+- To get started with Github Desktop, visit [Getting started with GitHub Desktop](https://docs.github.com/en/desktop/overview/getting-started-with-github-desktop)
+
+- If you are wanting to contribut code, install Rust at [rust-lang.org](https://www.rust-lang.org/).
+
+- If you are wanting to contribute to documentation, install [NodeJS](https://nodejs.org/en)
+
+### Additional Information
+We encourage you to comment on existing issues and pull requests to share your thoughts and provide feedback.
+
+Feel free to ask questions in the issue tracker or reach out to the project maintainers if you need assistance.
+
+Before submitting a large contribution, consider opening an issue, discussion or talk with us on our discord to discuss your approach.