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+---
+name: Contributor Issue
+about: Create an issue for it to be taken by a contributor
+title: Name your issue
+labels: Good first issue, OD Hack, open for contribution
+assignees: ''
+
+---
+
+## Description 📹
+
+**[Insert clear description here]**
+
+## Proposed Actions 🛠️
+
+Here’s a checklist of actions to follow for resolving this issue:
+
+1. **Fork and Create Branch**:  
+   Fork the repository and create a new branch using the issue number:
+   ```bash
+   git checkout -b fix-[issue-number]
+   ```
+
+2. **Implement Changes**:  
+	[Insert Code snippet if needed with a mardown todo list]
+
+3. **Run Tests and Commit Changes**:  
+   Make sure your changes don't break existing functionality and commit with a clear message:
+   ```bash
+   git commit -m "Fix: [Short description of the fix]"
+   ```
+
+## Required 📋
+
+To keep our workflow smooth, please make sure you follow these guidelines:
+
+- **Assignment**: Don't create a pull request if you weren’t assigned to this issue.
+- **Timeframe**: Complete the task within **3 business days**.
+- **Closing the Issue**: In your PR description, close the issue by writing `Close #[issue_id]`.
+- **Review Process**:
+  - Once you've submitted your PR, change the label to **"ready for review"**.
+  - If changes are requested, address them and then update the label back to **"ready for review"** once done.
+- **Testing**: Test your PR locally before pushing, and verify that tests and build are working after pushing.
+
+Thank you for your contribution 🙏
+
+⚠️ WARNING: Failure to follow the requirements above may result in being added to the OnlyDust blacklist, affecting your ability to receive future rewards.