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+# Contributing to Unraid Connect
+
+Thank you for your interest in contributing to Unraid Connect! We want to make contributing to this project as easy and transparent as possible, whether it's:
+
+- Reporting a bug
+- Discussing the current state of the code
+- Submitting a fix
+- Proposing new features
+
+## Development Process
+
+We use GitHub to host code, to track issues and feature requests, as well as accept pull requests.
+
+### 1. Work Intent Process
+
+**Before starting any development work**, you must submit a Work Intent and have it approved:
+
+1. **Create a Work Intent**
+   - Go to [Issues → New Issue → Work Intent](https://github.com/unraid/api/issues/new?template=work_intent.md)
+   - Fill out the brief template describing what you want to work on
+   - The issue will be automatically labeled as `work-intent` and `unapproved`
+
+2. **Wait for Approval**
+   - A core developer will review your Work Intent
+   - They may ask questions or suggest changes
+   - Once approved, the `unapproved` label will be removed
+
+3. **Begin Development**
+   - Only start coding after your Work Intent is approved
+   - Follow the approach outlined in your approved Work Intent
+   - Reference the Work Intent in your future PR
+
+### 2. Making Changes
+
+1. Fork the repo and create your branch from `main`
+2. Make your changes
+3. Ensure your commits are clear and descriptive
+4. Keep your changes focused - solve one thing at a time
+
+### 3. Pull Request Process
+
+1. Create a pull request from your fork to our `main` branch
+2. Reference the approved Work Intent in your PR description
+3. Ensure the PR description clearly describes the problem and solution
+4. Include screenshots or examples if applicable
+5. Wait for review from the core team
+
+**Note:** Direct pushes to the main branch are not allowed. All changes must go through the PR process.
+
+## Bug Reports and Feature Requests
+
+We use GitHub issues to track bugs and feature requests:
+
+- **Bug Report**: Use the [Bug Report Template](https://github.com/unraid/api/issues/new?template=bug_report.md)
+- **Feature Request**: Use the [Feature Request Template](https://github.com/unraid/api/issues/new?template=feature_request.md)
+
+For Unraid Connect specific issues (Flash Backup, connect.myunraid.net, mothership connectivity), please submit through our support portal instead.
+
+## License
+
+By contributing, you agree that your contributions will be licensed under the same terms as the main project.