# Contributing

## Welcome Contributors!

We welcome contributions to improve the MPAS CPTP decadal documentation and analysis tools.

## How to Contribute

### Documentation
To contribute to the documentation:
1. Fork the repository
2. Create a new branch for your changes
3. Make your edits to the Markdown files
4. Submit a pull request

### Code Contributions
To contribute code (analysis scripts, tools, etc.):
1. Fork the repository
2. Create a new branch
3. Add your code with appropriate documentation
4. Include tests if applicable
5. Submit a pull request

## Contribution Guidelines

### Documentation Style
- Use clear, concise language
- Include examples where appropriate
- Follow Markdown best practices
- Link to related pages

### Code Style
- Follow PEP 8 for Python code
- Include docstrings
- Add comments for complex logic
- Write unit tests

### Commit Messages
- Use clear, descriptive commit messages
- Reference issues when applicable
- Keep commits focused and atomic

## Review Process

1. Submit your pull request
2. Automated checks will run
3. Maintainers will review your contribution
4. Address any feedback
5. Your contribution will be merged

## Code of Conduct

Please be respectful and professional in all interactions. We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for all contributors.

## Questions?

If you have questions about contributing:
- Check existing documentation
- Review closed issues and pull requests
- Open a new issue for discussion
- Contact the maintainers

## License

By contributing, you agree that your contributions will be licensed under the same license as the project.