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Contributing to AltSendme

Thank you for your interest in contributing to AltSendme! Your help is appreciated in making file sharing frictionless, fast, and private for everyone.

How You Can Help

This project welcomes contributions in several key areas:

Real-World Testing & Bug Reports

One of the most valuable contributions is testing AltSendme in real-world scenarios and reporting any issues encountered. This project is particularly interested in:

  • File transfer issues across different networks (home networks, corporate networks, VPNs, etc.)
  • Edge cases with different file types and sizes
  • Cross-platform compatibility issues
  • Performance problems or unexpected behavior
  • NAT traversal and connectivity challenges

To report issues:

  1. Check if the issue already exists in our Issues section
  2. If not, create a new issue with:
    • A clear description of the problem
    • Steps to reproduce
    • Your operating system and AltSendme version
    • Network environment (if relevant)
    • Expected vs. actual behavior

Rust Code Contributions

This project is always looking for help improving the Rust codebase! Whether you're:

  • A seasoned Rust developer looking to optimize performance
  • Someone who wants to fix bugs or add features
  • A learner wanting to contribute while improving your Rust skills

All contributions are welcome! Areas where you can help include:

  • Code refactoring and cleanup
  • Core file transfer logic
  • Tauri backend improvements
  • Error handling and edge cases
  • Performance optimizations
  • Documentation improvements
  • Unit and integration tests

Please refer to the Development section below for setup instructions.

Mobile Development

This project needs help porting AltSendme to mobile platforms using Tauri's mobile capabilities.

Since Tauri is cross-platform and supports mobile development, contributors with experience in:

  • Tauri mobile development (iOS/Android)
  • Rust mobile integration
  • Cross-platform mobile development with Tauri
  • Mobile UI/UX adaptation

...would be especially valuable. Mobile development is in the early planning stages, so there's lots of room for input on architecture and approach.

Spread the Word

One of the simplest yet most impactful ways to contribute is through word of mouth! Help more people discover AltSendme by:

  • Sharing the project with friends, colleagues, and communities
  • Posting about it on social media, forums, or tech communities
  • Writing blog posts or creating tutorials about your experience
  • Mentioning it when someone needs a file transfer solution
  • Starring the repository on GitHub to increase visibility

Getting in Touch

Have ideas you want to discuss? Want to collaborate on a major feature? Need guidance on where to start?

Join our Discord: Discord

Feel free to reach out with questions, ideas, or just to say hello. Discussion about the project, guidance, and collaboration to make AltSendme better are always welcome!

Development Setup

Prerequisites

  • Rust 1.81+
  • Node.js 18+
  • npm or yarn

Getting Started

  1. Fork and clone the repository:

    git clone https://github.com/your-username/alt-sendme.git
cd alt-sendme

  2. Install frontend dependencies:

    npm install

  3. Run in development mode:

    npm run app:dev

  4. Build for production (optional):

    npm run app:build --no-bundle

This will start the app with hot reload enabled for both frontend and backend changes.

Before Submitting a Pull Request

  • Ensure your code follows industry standards
  • Builds without errors
  • Test your changes thoroughly
  • Document everything properly in PR
  • Write clear commit messages

Code of Conduct

Please be respectful and considerate in all interactions. The goal is to maintain a welcoming and inclusive environment for everyone.

Questions?

Don't hesitate to ask questions! You can:

  • Open an issue for discussion
  • Join our discord to hang out, ask questions, and discuss ideas
  • Comment on existing issues or pull requests

Thank you for making AltSendme better! Every contribution, no matter how small, is greatly appreciated. 💚