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Mob Translate

Open source

Help build it

Mob Translate is built by the community, for the community. Whether you write code, speak an Indigenous language, or just want to learn, there's a way for you to help.

How to contribute

Getting started is straightforward. Four steps to your first contribution.

  1. 01

    Fork the repository

    Head to our GitHub repository and fork it to your own account. This gives you a personal copy to work with.

  2. 02

    Set up your environment

    Clone your fork, install dependencies with pnpm, and start the dev server. The README has detailed setup instructions.

  3. 03

    Pick an issue or idea

    Browse open issues labelled “good first issue” or “help wanted”, or propose your own improvement.

  4. 04

    Submit a pull request

    Make your changes, write clear commit messages, and open a PR. We review contributions promptly and appreciate every one.

Ways to help

You don't need to be a developer. There are many ways to support the project.

Code & engineering

  • Fix bugs and improve performance
  • Build features and components
  • Write tests and docs
  • Review pull requests

Linguistics & language

  • Add words and translations
  • Verify existing entries
  • Record pronunciations
  • Provide cultural context

Community & outreach

  • Share the project
  • Connect us with communities
  • Report issues, suggest features
  • Help moderate contributions

Report an issue

Found a bug or something that could be better? Open an issue and let us know.

New issue

View source code

Browse the full source, read the docs, and explore the codebase on GitHub.

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