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First PR Checklist

Track your first open source contribution step by step: saved in your browser.

First PR Checklist

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Before You Start

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Making the Change

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Opening the PR

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After the PR

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Quick Reference

Good PR title patterns:

  • fix: handle empty state in user profile
  • feat(cli): add --json output flag
  • docs: clarify install steps for Windows
  • refactor: extract auth middleware

Description template:

## What does this PR do? Fixes #<issue-number> ## How was it tested? - [ ] Unit tests written/updated - [ ] Local run verified - [ ] Lint & type-check pass ## Checklist - [ ] Commit messages follow Conventional Commits - [ ] No unrelated changes - [ ] Docs updated if behavior changed

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Make your first open source pull request with a guided 20-step checklist. Four stages: preparing, coding, opening the PR, and following up: each with concrete actions, a progress bar, and markdown export. Progress saves automatically in your browser.

>[x]Features
  • -20 actionable steps across 4 stages
  • -Progress bar with per-stage breakdown
  • -Auto-saved progress in browser local storage
  • -Export progress as markdown
  • -Conventional Commits and PR description templates
>>Use Cases
  • >First-time contributors working through their first PR
  • >Newcomer onboarding in open source study groups
  • >Mentoring: a shared checklist for contribution training
  • >Documenting personal contribution progress

Frequently Asked Questions

>Is my progress saved??
Yes, your checklist progress is stored in your browser's local storage under devvkit_first_pr_checklist. It survives page reloads and browser restarts on the same device.
>Where should I find my first issue??
Look for issues labeled good first issue, help wanted, or beginner-friendly. Filter GitHub search by these labels, check the curated issues on the devvkit Open Source hub, or look for repos with active maintainers and short response times.
>How do I write a good PR title??
Follow Conventional Commits: prefix with type (fix:, feat:, docs:, refactor:, perf:, test:) plus a concise summary. Example: fix: handle empty state in user profile. This keeps history readable and works with semantic-release automation.
>What should I do if my PR is not reviewed??
Wait 48 hours, then politely bump the thread mentioning a maintainer. Meanwhile respond to any CI failures, keep the branch rebased, and offer to make requested changes quickly. Reviewers usually prioritize contributors who are responsive.