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specific language governing permissions and limitations
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-Apache Maven Shared Utils
-This project aims to be a functional replacement for
-plexus-utils in maven core.
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+Contributing to Apache Maven Shared Utils
+======================
+
+[][license]
+[][build]
+[][test-results]
+
+
+You have found a bug or you have an idea for a cool new feature? Contributing
+code is a great way to give something back to the open source community, learn from experts and widen your network. Before
+you dig right into the code, there are a few guidelines that we need
+contributors to follow so that we can have a chance of keeping on top of
+things.
+
+Getting Started
+---------------
+
++ Make sure you have a [JIRA account](https://issues.apache.org/jira/).
++ Make sure you have a [GitHub account](https://github.com/signup/free).
++ If you're planning to implement a new feature, it makes sense to discuss your changes
+ on the [dev list](https://maven.apache.org/mail-lists.html) first.
+ This way you can make sure you're not wasting your time on something that isn't
+ considered to be in Apache Maven's scope.
++ Submit a ticket for your issue or enhancement, assuming one does not already exist.
+ + Clearly describe the issue, including steps to reproduce when it is a bug.
+ + Make sure you fill in the earliest version that you know has the issue.
++ Fork the repository on GitHub.
+
+Making and Submitting Changes
+--------------
+
+We accept Pull Requests via GitHub. The [developer mailing list][dev-ml-list] is the
+main channel of communication for contributors.
+There are some guidelines which will make applying PRs easier for us:
++ Create a topic branch from where you want to base your work (this is usually the master branch).
+ Push your changes to a topic branch in your fork of the repository.
++ Make commits of logical units.
++ Respect the original code style: by using the same [codestyle][code-style],
+ patches should only highlight the actual difference, not being disturbed by any formatting issues:
+ + Only use spaces for indentation.
+ + Create minimal diffs - disable on save actions like reformat source code or organize imports.
+ If you feel the source code should be reformatted, create a separate PR for this change.
+ + Check for unnecessary whitespace with `git diff --check` before committing.
++ Make sure your commit messages are in the proper format. Your commit message should contain the key of the JIRA issue.
+```
+[MSHARED-XXX] - Subject of the JIRA Ticket
+ Optional supplemental description.
+```
++ Make sure you have added the necessary tests (JUnit/IT) for your changes.
++ Run all the tests with `mvn test` to assure nothing else was accidentally broken.
++ Submit a pull request to the repository in the Apache organization.
+
+If you plan to contribute on a regular basis, please consider filing a [contributor license agreement][cla].
+
+Making Trivial Changes
+----------------------
+
+For changes of a trivial nature to comments and documentation, it is not always
+necessary to create a new ticket in JIRA. In this case, it is appropriate to
+start the first line of a commit with '(doc)' instead of a ticket number.
+
+Additional Resources
+--------------------
+
++ [Contributing patches](https://maven.apache.org/guides/development/guide-maven-development.html#Creating_and_submitting_a_patch)
++ [Apache Maven Help JIRA project page](https://issues.apache.org/jira/projects/MSHARED/)
++ [Contributor License Agreement][cla]
++ [General GitHub documentation](https://help.github.com/)
++ [GitHub pull request documentation](https://help.github.com/send-pull-requests/)
++ [Apache Maven Twitter Account](https://twitter.com/ASFMavenProject)
++ #Maven IRC channel on freenode.org
+
+[license]: https://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
+[dev-ml-list]: http://maven.apache.org/mailing-lists.html
+[code-style]: https://maven.apache.org/developers/conventions/code.html
+[cla]: https://www.apache.org/licenses/#clas
+[maven-wiki]: https://cwiki.apache.org/confluence/display/MAVEN/Index
+[test-results]: https://builds.apache.org/job/maven-box/job/maven-shared-utils/job/master/lastCompletedBuild/testReport/
+[build]: https://builds.apache.org/job/maven-box/job/maven-shared-utils/job/master/
+
+
+
