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How to Contribute

The PinoyIRC Wiki is maintained by the community. You can help by adding guides, updating information, or reporting errors. Contributions improve the wiki for all users.


Editing Pages

  • Click Edit at the top of any wiki page.
  • Use DokuWiki syntax to format text:
    • Headings: `====== Heading ======`
    • Lists: `* bullet` or `- bullet`
    • Links: `display text`
    • Bold/Italic: `bold`, `italic`
  • Preview your edits before saving.

Creating New Pages

  • Use existing page links as a guide.
  • Include clear titles and descriptions.
  • Categorize pages appropriately:
    • `Guides`, `Services`, `Troubleshooting`, `Security`, `Bots`, etc.
  • Add a brief summary in the edit box when saving.

Adding Examples & Commands

  • Include real IRC commands when relevant.
  • Format commands clearly:

`/msg NickServ REGISTER <password> <email>`

  • Provide step-by-step instructions if possible.
  • Avoid sharing sensitive information (passwords, emails, private data).

Reporting Errors

  • Use the discussion section or contact IRC Operators.
  • Report:
    • Outdated server information
    • Broken links
    • Typographical errors
    • Incorrect commands or syntax

Community Collaboration

  • Be polite and respectful to other contributors.
  • Discuss large changes in the Talk/Discussion page.
  • Follow network policies when writing content.
  • Suggest new pages or sections for better organization.

Best Practices for Contributions

  • Keep content clear and concise
  • Use real examples for clarity
  • Categorize pages properly
  • Double-check commands before publishing
  • Respect privacy and network security
how_to_contribute.txt · Last modified: by ran