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+# Changelog
+
+All notable changes to this project will be documented in this file.
+
+The format is based on [Keep a Changelog](https://keepachangelog.com/en/1.1.0/),
+and this project adheres to [Semantic Versioning](https://semver.org/spec/v2.0.0.html).
+
+## [Unreleased]
+
+### Added
+- Future features will be listed here
+
+### Changed
+- Ongoing updates
+
+### Fixed
+- Bug fixes
+
+---
+*[Mukller](https://github.com/Mukller)*
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+# Contributing
+
+Thank you for your interest in contributing!
+
+## Getting Started
+
+1. Fork the repository
+2. Create a feature branch: `git checkout -b feature/your-feature`
+3. Make your changes
+4. Run tests: `pytest`
+5. Submit a Pull Request
+
+## Code Style
+
+- Follow existing code style and conventions
+- Write clear, descriptive commit messages
+- Add tests for new features
+
+## Reporting Issues
+
+Use GitHub Issues to report bugs or request features. Please include:
+- Steps to reproduce
+- Expected vs actual behavior
+- Environment details
+
+## Pull Request Guidelines
+
+- Keep PRs focused on a single change
+- Update documentation as needed
+- Ensure all tests pass
+
+---
+*[Mukller](https://github.com/Mukller)*
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 [Microsoft's Trademark & Brand Guidelines](https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/legal/intellectualproperty/trademarks/usage/general).
 Use of Microsoft trademarks or logos in modified versions of this project must not cause confusion or imply Microsoft sponsorship.
 Any use of third-party trademarks or logos are subject to those third-party's policies.
+
+---
+
+*[Mukller](https://github.com/Mukller)*