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 # Contributor
-This is the contributor repository
+
+Welcome to the **Contributor** repository! This repository serves as a guide and central hub for contributors who want to replicate the [Recode Website](https://github.com/recodehive/recode-website) project and contribute to the Recode community.
+
+## 🚀 About Recode Website
+
+The Recode Website is a comprehensive documentation platform built with **Docusaurus v3** that provides:
+- 📚 Technical documentation and tutorials
+- 📝 Community blog posts and insights
+- 🤝 Contributor guidelines and resources
+- 🎯 Open-source project showcases
+
+## 📋 Prerequisites
+
+Before you begin, ensure you have the following installed:
+
+- **Node.js** (version 18.0 or higher) - [Download here](https://nodejs.org/)
+- **npm** or **yarn** package manager
+- **Git** - [Installation guide](https://git-scm.com/downloads)
+- **Docker** (optional) - [Installation guide](https://docs.docker.com/engine/install/)
+
+## 🔧 How to Replicate the Recode Website Project
+
+### Method 1: Standard Setup (Recommended)
+
+1. **Fork and Clone the Repository**
+   ```bash
+   # Fork the repository first on GitHub, then clone your fork
+   git clone https://github.com/your-username/recode-website.git
+   cd recode-website
+   ```
+
+2. **Install Dependencies**
+   ```bash
+   npm install
+   # or
+   yarn install
+   ```
+
+3. **Set Up Environment Variables (Optional)**
+   ```bash
+   # Copy the example environment file
+   cp .env.example .env
+
+   # Edit .env with your preferred editor and add your configuration
+   # This is optional but recommended for full functionality
+   ```
+
+4. **Start the Development Server**
+   ```bash
+   npm start
+   # or
+   yarn start
+   ```
+
+5. **Open Your Browser**
+   Navigate to `http://localhost:3000` to see the website running locally.
+
+### Method 2: Docker Setup
+
+1. **Clone the Repository**
+   ```bash
+   git clone https://github.com/recodehive/recode-website.git
+   cd recode-website
+   ```
+
+2. **Build the Docker Image**
+   ```bash
+   docker build -t recodehive-app .
+   ```
+
+3. **Run the Container**
+   ```bash
+   docker run -p 3000:3000 recodehive-app
+   ```
+
+4. **Access the Application**
+   Open `http://localhost:3000` in your browser.
+
+### Method 3: Docker Compose (Alternative)
+
+1. **Clone and Navigate**
+   ```bash
+   git clone https://github.com/recodehive/recode-website.git
+   cd recode-website
+   ```
+
+2. **Run with Docker Compose**
+   ```bash
+   docker-compose up
+   ```
+
+## 🤝 How to Contribute
+
+We welcome contributions from developers of all skill levels! Here's how you can get involved:
+
+### 🌟 Contribution Workflow
+
+```mermaid
+flowchart LR
+    Fork[Fork the Project] --> Clone[Clone Your Fork]
+    Clone --> Branch[Create Feature Branch]
+    Branch --> Code[Make Changes]
+    Code --> Test[Test Changes]
+    Test --> Commit[Commit Changes]
+    Commit --> Push[Push to Fork]
+    Push --> PR[Create Pull Request]
+```
+
+### 📝 Step-by-Step Guide
+
+1. **Fork the Repository**
+   - Click the "Fork" button on the [recode-website repository](https://github.com/recodehive/recode-website)
+
+2. **Clone Your Fork**
+   ```bash
+   git clone https://github.com/your-username/recode-website.git
+   cd recode-website
+   ```
+
+3. **Create a New Branch**
+   ```bash
+   git checkout -b feature/your-feature-name
+   # or
+   git checkout -b fix/your-fix-name
+   ```
+
+4. **Make Your Changes**
+   - Follow the existing code style and conventions
+   - Ensure your changes are well-documented
+   - Test your changes thoroughly
+
+5. **Commit Your Changes**
+   ```bash
+   git add .
+   git commit -m "feat: add your descriptive commit message"
+   ```
+
+6. **Push to Your Fork**
+   ```bash
+   git push origin feature/your-feature-name
+   ```
+
+7. **Create a Pull Request**
+   - Go to the original repository
+   - Click "New Pull Request"
+   - Provide a clear description of your changes
+
+### 🎯 Types of Contributions
+
+- **📖 Documentation**: Improve existing docs or add new tutorials
+- **🐛 Bug Fixes**: Fix issues and improve functionality
+- **✨ Features**: Add new features or enhance existing ones
+- **🎨 UI/UX**: Improve the user interface and experience
+- **🧪 Testing**: Add or improve test coverage
+- **📝 Content**: Write blog posts or community content
+
+## 📁 Project Structure
+
+```
+recode-website/
+├── .github/                  # GitHub workflows and templates
+├── blog/                     # Blog posts and articles
+├── community/                # Community guidelines and docs
+├── docs/                     # Main documentation
+├── src/                      # Source code
+│   ├── components/           # React components
+│   ├── css/                  # Custom CSS
+│   ├── pages/                # Custom pages
+│   └── ...
+├── static/                   # Static assets (images, icons)
+├── docusaurus.config.ts      # Docusaurus configuration
+├── package.json              # Dependencies and scripts
+└── README.md                 # Project documentation
+```
+
+## 🛠️ Development Scripts
+
+- `npm start` - Start development server
+- `npm run build` - Build for production
+- `npm run serve` - Serve production build locally
+- `npm run clear` - Clear Docusaurus cache
+- `npm run typecheck` - Run TypeScript checks
+
+## 📋 Contributing Guidelines
+
+### Code of Conduct
+We follow a comprehensive [Code of Conduct](https://github.com/recodehive/recode-website/blob/main/CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md) to ensure a welcoming environment for all contributors.
+
+### Pull Request Guidelines
+- Keep PRs focused and atomic
+- Include clear descriptions of changes
+- Add tests when applicable
+- Update documentation as needed
+- Follow the existing code style
+
+### Commit Message Convention
+Use clear, descriptive commit messages:
+- `feat:` for new features
+- `fix:` for bug fixes
+- `docs:` for documentation changes
+- `style:` for formatting changes
+- `refactor:` for code refactoring
+
+## 🔗 Useful Resources
+
+- **📖 [Full Contributing Guide](https://github.com/recodehive/recode-website/blob/main/community/contributing-guidelines.md)**
+- **🌐 [Live Website](https://recodehive.com/)**
+- **💬 [Discord Community](https://discord.gg/Yxv9RA3r)**
+- **📺 [Setup Video Tutorial](https://www.loom.com/share/c8d8d5f0c2534a1f86fc510dcef52ee0)**
+
+## 🤝 Community & Support
+
+- **Discord**: [Join our Discord](https://discord.gg/Yxv9RA3r)
+- **LinkedIn**: [Follow on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanjay-k-v/)
+- **Newsletter**: [Subscribe to Newsletter](https://recodehive.substack.com/)
+
+## 📄 License
+
+This project is licensed under the [MIT License](LICENSE).
+
+## 🙏 Acknowledgments
+
+Thanks to all contributors who help make Recode a better platform for everyone!
+
+---
+
+<div align="center">
+
+**🎉 Happy Contributing! 🎉**
+
+Ready to make your first contribution? [Start here!](https://github.com/recodehive/recode-website)
+
+</div>