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@@ -7,4 +7,13 @@ Welcome to work! ("issues")
### https://github.com/code-charity/youtube/wiki/Contributing
you can also just check the (pinned-)issues(, readme & discussion, wiki, ..)
+
+### Code & Commit Guidelines
+
+- Keep code clean and readable
+- Follow existing naming conventions
+- Use meaningful commit messages, e.g.:
+ - Fix typo in CONTRIBUTING.md
+ - Add step-by-step guide for first-time contributors
+
### Thanks for caring ♥