move squash up, remove changelog ref, etc.

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Jeff Atwood 2013-07-18 00:36:52 -07:00
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4. If this is a bug or problem that **requires any kind of extended discussion -- open [a topic on meta][m] about it**. Do *not* open a bug on GitHub.
5. If this is a bug or problem that is clear, simple, and is unlikely to require *any* discussion -- open an [issue on GitHub](https://github.com/discourse/discourse/issues) with a reproduction of the bug including workflows, screenshots, or links to examples on jsfiddle.net. If possible, submit a Pull Request with a failing test. If you'd rather take matters into your own hands, fix the bug yourself (jump down to the "Contributing (Step-by-step)" section).
5. If this is a bug or problem that is clear, simple, and is unlikely to require *any* discussion -- it is OK to open an [issue on GitHub](https://github.com/discourse/discourse/issues) with a reproduction of the bug including workflows, screenshots, or links to examples on jsfiddle.net. If possible, submit a Pull Request with a failing test. If you'd rather take matters into your own hands, fix the bug yourself (jump down to the "Contributing (Step-by-step)" section).
6. When the bug is fixed, we will do our best to update the Discourse topic or GitHub issue with a resolution.
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1. Clone the Repo:
```
git clone git://github.com/discourse/discourse.git
```
2. Create a new Branch:
```
cd discourse
git checkout -b new_discourse_branch
```
3. Code
Make some magic happen! Remember to:
* Adhere to conventions.
* Update CHANGELOG with a detailed description of your work.
* Include tests, and ensure they pass.
* Remember to check to see if your new functionality has an impact on our Documentation, and include updates as appropriate.
Completing these steps will increase the chances of your code making it into **[Discourse/Discourse](https://github.com/discourse/discourse)**.
* Adhere to common conventions you see in the existing code
* Include tests, and ensure they pass
* Search to see if your new functionality has been discussed on [the Discourse meta forum](http://meta.discourse.org), and include updates as appropriate
4. Follow the Coding Conventions
Discourse follows these general code style conventions:
* two spaces, no tabs
* no trailing whitespaces, blank lines should have no spaces
* use spaces around operators, after commas, colons, semicolons, around `{` and before `}`
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* prefer `{ ... }` over `do ... end` for single-line blocks, avoid using `{ ... }` for multi-line blocks
* avoid `return` when not required
However, please note that **pull requests consisting entirely of style changes are not welcome on this project**. Style changes in the context of pull requests that also refactor code, fix bugs, improve functionality *are* welcome.
> However, please note that **pull requests consisting entirely of style changes are not welcome on this project**. Style changes in the context of pull requests that also refactor code, fix bugs, improve functionality *are* welcome.
5. Commit
```
git commit -a
```
**Do not leave the commit message blank!** Provide a detailed description of your commit!
### PRO TIP
Ensure that if you supply a multitude of commits, they are **squashed into a single commit**:
First, ensure that if you have several commits, they are **squashed into a single commit**:
```
git remote add upstream https://github.com/discourse/discourse.git
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git push origin new_discourse_branch -f
```
Now you're ready to commit:
```
git commit -a
```
**NEVER leave the commit message blank!** Provide a detailed, clear, and complete description of your commit!
6. Update your branch
```