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+# Get Started with Recode
+
+Welcome to Recode! Thank you for wanting to contribute. This guide will help you set up the project locally on your machine and submit your first contribution.
+
+## Prerequisites
+
+Before you begin, ensure you have the following installed:
+- [Git](https://git-scm.com)
+- [Node.js](https://nodejs.org) (v18 or higher recommended)
+- A package manager like npm, yarn, or pnpm
+
+## Local Setup Instructions
+
+### 1. Fork the Repository
+Click the **Fork** button at the top right of this repository page to create a copy of the project under your own GitHub account.
+
+### 2. Clone Your Fork
+Clone your cloned repository to your local machine:
+```bash
+git clone https://github.com<YOUR-USERNAME>/recode-web.git
+cd recode-web
+```
+
+### 3. Add Upstream Remote
+Keep your fork synced with the main repository by adding it as an upstream remote:
+```bash
+git remote add upstream https://github.comsanjay-kv/recode-web.git
+```
+
+### 4. Install Dependencies
+Install the required project dependencies using your package manager:
+```bash
+npm install
+```
+
+### 5. Run the Project Locally
+Start the local development server to test your changes:
+```bash
+npm run dev
+```
+Open `http://localhost:3000` in your browser to view the application.
+
+## Contribution Workflow
+
+1. **Always get assigned first**: Do not open a PR unless a maintainer explicitly assigns the issue to you.
+2. **Create a branch**: Use descriptive names like `feat/feature-name` or `fix/bug-name`.
+3. **Commit your changes**: Write clear, concise commit messages.
+4. **Push and Open a PR**: Push your branch to your fork and submit a Pull Request against the main project's `main` branch.