Create a GitHub account, if you don't already have one. Need help? Here are some resources to help you set up your GitHub account:
Register for Hacktoberfest: Navigate to the Hacktoberfest registration page and follow the instructions. But, read the rules carefully before you do and then sign In using your GitHub credentials.
Download and Install GitHub Desktop
Fork this Repository or Any other repository with the tag "hacktoberfest" by clicking on the fork button on the top of the repository page.
Clone that (Forked) repository to your local storage. Open a terminal and run the following git command:
git clone "url of repository"
Create new branch using the git switch
command:
git switch -c your-new-branch-name
Add your changes such as by using VScode or any other IDE.
Add those changes to the branch you just created using the git add
command:
git add fileNameYouJustAdded
Commit your changes using the git commit
command:
git commit -m "meaningful commit message"
Push your changes using the command git push
:
git push origin -u your-branch-name
Create Pull Request
Wait and Move on to the next Repository!
Enjoy Hacking!