CONTRIBUTING.md

Contributing to Deadshot Mod API

Thanks for wanting to help improve DeadshotModAPI.

Getting Started

1. Fork and clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/DemonZ-Development/DeadshotModAPI.git
   cd DeadshotModAPI

2. Build the project:

   dotnet build DeadshotModAPI.csproj

3. Run the tests:

   dotnet test DeadshotModAPI.Tests/DeadshotModAPI.Tests.csproj

Development Guidelines

• Branches: Create feature branches off dev, not main.
• Dependencies: Reference assemblies live in lib/. Keep references relative so the project builds without machine-specific paths.
• Error Handling: Use defensive null checks and exception handling around mod loading and IL2CPP interop. A broken mod should log the issue rather than crash the game or block other mods.
• Code Style: Follow standard C# conventions. Keep comments practical and direct.

Submitting Pull Requests

1. Keep PRs focused on a single feature, bug fix, or improvement.
2. Verify the project builds with 0 errors and all tests pass.
3. Open your PR against the dev branch with a clear summary of what you changed.