From 8e0bd851f0805d8031020f21ed9ddb61d0f608cb Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001
From: Sukesh Reddy Ustela <137488933+Suke2004@users.noreply.github.com>
Date: Sun, 5 Oct 2025 13:39:21 +0530
Subject: [PATCH 1/2] docs: enhanced README for better contributor engagement
and community interaction
Improved the README design and content to make it more user-friendly and engaging.
- Added interactive community and contributor sections
- Enhanced visual appeal with badges and icons
- Improved contribution guidance and clarity
- Refined formatting for better readability
This update aims to make onboarding smoother and encourage more contributions.
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-Implementations are for learning purposes only. They may be less efficient than the implementations in the Python standard library. Use them at your discretion.
+---
+
+## π§ About the Project
+
+**The Algorithms β Python** is a learning-focused repository containing a variety of algorithms, data structures, and problem-solving approaches written in Python.
+Itβs a community effort to make algorithm learning more approachable and hands-on.
+
+π‘ Whether youβre a **beginner exploring your first pull request** or an **experienced developer refining your craft**, this project welcomes you!
+
+---
## π Getting Started
-π Read through our [Contribution Guidelines](CONTRIBUTING.md) before you contribute.
+1. Read the [**Contribution Guidelines**](CONTRIBUTING.md) β theyβll help you set up your local environment and understand our workflow.
+2. Pick an algorithm idea youβd like to implement or improve.
+3. Submit your pull request β every contribution matters, no matter how small.
+
+> π **Tip:** Even fixing typos or improving documentation helps the project β and it counts toward open-source experience!
+
+---
+
+## π€ How to Contribute
+
+We believe everyone can contribute β hereβs how you can get involved:
+
+- 𧩠**Add a new algorithm or data structure**
+- π§ **Optimize or refactor** an existing one
+- π§Ύ **Improve documentation** or code comments
+- π§ͺ **Add test cases** to increase reliability
+- π¨ **Enhance visuals or examples** for better understanding
+
+Check the [Issues tab](https://github.com/TheAlgorithms/Python/issues) β some are tagged with `good first issue` and are great starting points!
+
+---
+
+## π Community Challenges
-## π Community Channels
+Want to go beyond code? Join our monthly **Algorithm Challenges** on Discord!
+Each month we pick a topic (e.g., Sorting, Graphs, Dynamic Programming) and contributors compete in a friendly way to improve or implement related algorithms.
-We are on [Discord](https://the-algorithms.com/discord) and [Gitter](https://gitter.im/TheAlgorithms/community)! Community channels are a great way for you to ask questions and get help. Please join us!
+> π§ Participation badges and GitHub shoutouts are awarded to active contributors!
-## π List of Algorithms
+---
-See our [directory](DIRECTORY.md) for easier navigation and a better overview of the project.
+## π¬ Join the Community
+
+Meet contributors, share knowledge, and learn collaboratively:
+
+- π» [Join our Discord](https://the-algorithms.com/discord)
+- π‘ [Discuss on Gitter](https://gitter.im/TheAlgorithms/community)
+- π [Follow The Algorithms](https://github.com/TheAlgorithms)
+
+Weβre building not just a codebase β but a **learning community** that helps each other grow.
+
+---
+
+## π Explore Algorithms
+
+Browse through the [**Directory**](DIRECTORY.md) for all algorithm implementations, organized by topic and complexity level.
+Each section includes beginner-friendly examples and explanations.
+
+---
+
+## π Contributor Recognition
+
+Every contributor is a valuable part of this project.
+We regularly feature top contributors and new members in our community newsletter.
+
+π¬ Join us β contribute, learn, and get recognized!
+You can also add yourself to the **Contributors Wall** once your PR is merged.
+
+---
+
+
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Date: Sun, 5 Oct 2025 08:13:11 +0000
Subject: [PATCH 2/2] [pre-commit.ci] auto fixes from pre-commit.com hooks
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diff --git a/README.md b/README.md
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## π§ About the Project
-**The Algorithms β Python** is a learning-focused repository containing a variety of algorithms, data structures, and problem-solving approaches written in Python.
+**The Algorithms β Python** is a learning-focused repository containing a variety of algorithms, data structures, and problem-solving approaches written in Python.
Itβs a community effort to make algorithm learning more approachable and hands-on.
π‘ Whether youβre a **beginner exploring your first pull request** or an **experienced developer refining your craft**, this project welcomes you!
@@ -57,8 +57,8 @@ Itβs a community effort to make algorithm learning more approachable and hands
## π Getting Started
-1. Read the [**Contribution Guidelines**](CONTRIBUTING.md) β theyβll help you set up your local environment and understand our workflow.
-2. Pick an algorithm idea youβd like to implement or improve.
+1. Read the [**Contribution Guidelines**](CONTRIBUTING.md) β theyβll help you set up your local environment and understand our workflow.
+2. Pick an algorithm idea youβd like to implement or improve.
3. Submit your pull request β every contribution matters, no matter how small.
> π **Tip:** Even fixing typos or improving documentation helps the project β and it counts toward open-source experience!
@@ -69,11 +69,11 @@ Itβs a community effort to make algorithm learning more approachable and hands
We believe everyone can contribute β hereβs how you can get involved:
-- 𧩠**Add a new algorithm or data structure**
-- π§ **Optimize or refactor** an existing one
-- π§Ύ **Improve documentation** or code comments
-- π§ͺ **Add test cases** to increase reliability
-- π¨ **Enhance visuals or examples** for better understanding
+- 𧩠**Add a new algorithm or data structure**
+- π§ **Optimize or refactor** an existing one
+- π§Ύ **Improve documentation** or code comments
+- π§ͺ **Add test cases** to increase reliability
+- π¨ **Enhance visuals or examples** for better understanding
Check the [Issues tab](https://github.com/TheAlgorithms/Python/issues) β some are tagged with `good first issue` and are great starting points!
@@ -81,7 +81,7 @@ Check the [Issues tab](https://github.com/TheAlgorithms/Python/issues) β some
## π Community Challenges
-Want to go beyond code? Join our monthly **Algorithm Challenges** on Discord!
+Want to go beyond code? Join our monthly **Algorithm Challenges** on Discord!
Each month we pick a topic (e.g., Sorting, Graphs, Dynamic Programming) and contributors compete in a friendly way to improve or implement related algorithms.
> π§ Participation badges and GitHub shoutouts are awarded to active contributors!
@@ -102,24 +102,24 @@ Weβre building not just a codebase β but a **learning community** that helps
## π Explore Algorithms
-Browse through the [**Directory**](DIRECTORY.md) for all algorithm implementations, organized by topic and complexity level.
+Browse through the [**Directory**](DIRECTORY.md) for all algorithm implementations, organized by topic and complexity level.
Each section includes beginner-friendly examples and explanations.
---
## π Contributor Recognition
-Every contributor is a valuable part of this project.
+Every contributor is a valuable part of this project.
We regularly feature top contributors and new members in our community newsletter.
-π¬ Join us β contribute, learn, and get recognized!
+π¬ Join us β contribute, learn, and get recognized!
You can also add yourself to the **Contributors Wall** once your PR is merged.
---
-𧑠Built with curiosity, collaboration, and community spirit by
+𧑠Built with curiosity, collaboration, and community spirit by
The Algorithms Contributors
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