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 2. **Create a Branch** 
 
 3. **Commit Your Changes**
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+    **Note:** Commits should cover both the issue fixed and the solution's rationale. These [guidelines](https://chris.beams.io/posts/git-commit/) should be kept in mind.
 
 4. **Run Tests, Clippy, and Formatter:**