Contributing to LAP

March 24, 2026 · View on GitHub

Thanks for your interest in contributing! Here's how to get started.

Setup

git clone https://github.com/Lap-Platform/lap.git
cd lap
pip install -e ".[dev]"

Running Tests

python3 -m pytest tests/ -q

Code Style

  • Python 3.10+
  • Keep functions focused and well-typed
  • Add docstrings to public functions
  • Follow existing patterns in src/

Pull Request Process

  1. Fork the repo and create a feature branch from main
  2. Make your changes with tests
  3. Run the test suite — all tests must pass
  4. Submit a PR with a clear description of what and why

Reporting Issues

Open a GitHub issue with:

  • What you expected
  • What happened instead
  • Minimal reproduction steps

Security Issues

If you discover a security vulnerability, do not open a public issue. See SECURITY.md for how to report it privately.

License

By contributing, you agree that your contributions will be licensed under the Apache License 2.0.