How to Contribute to Open Source
Armed with a computer, some git knowledge, and an idea, any of us can contribute to the frameworks and packages that we use every day. Cool as that may be, it can initially be a daunting experience.
So let's go on a journey together, as we take an idea for Laravel Prompts from musings to merging. Learning the basic processes will put you in good stead for contributing your own ideas.
Series episodes
The Pull Request (10)
Selecting a Project
3m 21sDiscover how to choose a project to contribute to by exploring Laravel Prompts. Join me as I add a cool feature and create a standout Pull Request!
Forking and Installation
4m 26sLearn how to fork and install Prompts locally with easy Git steps. Get set up quickly and start contributing confidently to any project you choose!
Getting a Feel for the Code
8m 44sGet comfortable with unfamiliar codebases before contributing. Explore how Prompts works and build confidence to tackle projects with new maintainers smoothly!
Build It Backwards
7m 7sLearn to build clean, user-friendly APIs by designing the final interface first. Follow along as we write a script to showcase our steps concept in action!
Script Driven Development
7m 55sMaster Script Driven Development by using your script to guide implementation. Run tests continuously until your code works perfectly—learn this practical TDD twist!
Working on Reverting
17m 14sExplore how to revert steps effectively by tackling key scenarios. Follow along as we refine our script to achieve the perfect terminal output with ease!
Prove Your Work Works
12m 39sLearn how to write effective tests to prove your work works. Explore Prompts' test setup and add reliable tests to back your contributions with confidence!
Refactor for Readability
11m 37sConfidently refactor your code for clarity with tests in place. Learn how to clean up contributions while ensuring everything works perfectly every step!
Writing a Pr Description
3m 39sLearn how to craft clear, effective PR descriptions that help maintainers understand your goals. Make your pull requests stand out with this friendly, practical guide!
Fixing Failing Actions
4m 21sFix failing GitHub Actions with ease! Learn how to run PHPStan locally and fix type errors to keep your CI pipeline green and your code solid.
Maintainer Feedback (2)
Implementing Feedback: Part 1
9m 37sTackle PR feedback like a pro! Learn how to handle extensive code changes smoothly and confidently in this friendly, step-by-step implementation guide.
Implementing Feedback: Part 2
15m 18sExplore chaining prompts seamlessly as we refine feedback implementation. Learn how to simplify your code and complete your checklist with ease in this tutorial!
