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+# Contributing to Ayurleaf
+
+Thank you for showing interest in contributing to **Ayurleaf**!  
+We welcome contributions of all kinds whether it's fixing bugs, adding new features, improving documentation, or helping with testing.  
+
+Please take a moment to review this guide to make the contribution process smooth and effective.
+
+---
+
+## 🛠️ How to Contribute
+
+### 1. Fork the Repository
+- Click on the **Fork** button at the top-right of this repository to create your own copy.
+
+### 2. Clone Your Fork
+```bash
+git clone https://github.com/<your-username>/Aurleaf.git
+cd Aurleaf
+```
+### 3. Set Up the Project
+
+Frontend
+```bash
+cd Frontend
+npm install
+npm run dev
+```
+Backend
+```bash
+cd backend
+npm install
+npm start
+```
+```bash
+Make sure you configure your environment variables in a .env file inside the backend folder:
+
+PORT=3000
+MONGODB_URI=your_mongodb_connection_url
+```
+### 4. Create a New Branch
+
+Before making changes, create a branch:
+```bash
+git checkout -b feature/your-feature-name
+```
+ ### 5. Make Your Changes
+
+Add your feature, fix a bug, or improve documentation.
+
+Ensure your code follows the project’s coding standards.
+
+### 6. Commit Your Changes
+
+Write clear and descriptive commit messages:
+```bash
+git add .
+git commit -m "Add: implemented location-based search filter"
+```
+### 7. Push Your Branch
+```bash
+git push origin feature/your-feature-name
+```
+### 8. Create a Pull Request (PR)
+```bash
+Go to the original repository on GitHub.
+
+Click on Pull Request → New Pull Request.
+
+Select your branch and submit the PR with a clear description of the changes.
+```
+## 💡 Contribution Guidelines
+
+Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
+
+Use meaningful commit messages (e.g., "Fix: booking system bug" instead of "fixed stuff").
+
+Test your code before submitting a PR.
+
+Keep PRs small and focused — one feature/fix per PR.
+
+Update relevant documentation if your changes affect usage.
+
+## 🌟  Areas You Can Contribute
+
+Frontend: UI improvements, responsiveness, new components.
+
+Backend: APIs, database integrations, authentication.
+
+AI Features: Enhancing chatbot, improving personalized health assistance.
+
+Documentation: Improving README, adding examples, or clarifying setup steps.
+
+Bug Fixes: Identifying and resolving issues.
+
+## 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Code of Conduct
+
+Please be respectful and professional in all interactions.
+We follow a Code of Conduct to maintain a welcoming and inclusive environment for everyone.
+
+## 🙌 Need Help?
+
+If you face any issues while contributing:
+
+Check the existing Issues
+.
+
+Open a new issue if your problem is not listed.
+
+You can also start a discussion or reach out via the repository.
+
+## 💖 A Big Thank You
+
+Every contribution big or small is valuable and appreciated.
+By contributing to Ayurleaf, you’re helping build a platform that makes Ayurvedic healthcare more accessible to everyone. 🌿