# Contributing to Home Assistant Blueprints

Thank you for your interest in contributing to this collection of Home Assistant blueprints!

## Getting Started

1. Fork the repository
2. Clone your fork locally
3. Create a new branch for your changes

## Adding a New Blueprint

1. Place your blueprint in the appropriate folder:
   - `Common/` - General purpose blueprints
   - `Zigbee/` - MQTT/Zigbee device blueprints
2. Follow the existing naming conventions
3. Include proper metadata in your blueprint (name, description, domain)
4. Update `README.md` to list your new blueprint

## Blueprint Guidelines

- Use clear, descriptive names for inputs
- Provide helpful descriptions and default values
- Include input validation where appropriate
- Test thoroughly before submitting

## Submitting Changes

1. Test your blueprint in Home Assistant
2. Update documentation if needed
3. Create a pull request with a clear description

## Reporting Issues

When reporting bugs, please include:

- Home Assistant version
- Blueprint name
- Steps to reproduce
- Expected vs actual behavior
- Relevant log entries

## Questions?

Open an issue for any questions about contributing.