Best Practices

For Developers

• Start with smaller bounties

  Build your reputation by completing smaller, well-defined bounties first.

• Communicate early

  If you have questions about a bounty, ask before starting work.

• Follow contribution guidelines

  Check for CONTRIBUTING.md files and follow the project's conventions.

• Write quality code

  Focus on clean, maintainable code that follows best practices.

• Be responsive

  Address review feedback quickly to increase your chances of getting merged.

For Maintainers

• Write clear issue descriptions

  Include acceptance criteria, context, and any relevant technical details.

• Set appropriate reward amounts

  Consider the complexity and time required. Too low may not attract contributors.

• Be available

  Respond to questions and review PRs in a timely manner.

• Provide constructive feedback

  Help contributors improve their submissions with specific suggestions.

• Label issues appropriately

  Use labels like "good first issue" to help contributors find suitable bounties.

General Tips