# Contributing to Dream Server

Thanks for wanting to contribute. Dream Server is open source and we welcome help from everyone — whether you're fixing a bug, adding a service integration, or tackling a full feature.

## Quick Start

1. **Fork** this repository and **clone** your fork locally.
2. Create a **branch** for your work:
   ```bash
   git checkout -b my-change
   ```
3. Make your changes, test them locally, and commit.
4. Open a **pull request** against `main`.

No CLA, no hoops.

## Full Contributor Guide

For current priorities, validation checklists, PR expectations, and style guidelines, see the detailed guide:

**[dream-server/CONTRIBUTING.md](dream-server/CONTRIBUTING.md)**

That's where we document what we need most, what gets merged fast, and what will get bounced back. Read it before your first PR — it'll save you a review cycle.

## Where to Ask Questions

Not sure about something? Open a thread in [GitHub Discussions](https://github.com/Light-Heart-Labs/DreamServer/discussions) or an issue. We're happy to help you figure out the right approach before you write code.

## License

By contributing, you agree that your work will be licensed under the [Apache License 2.0](LICENSE).