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+## Reporting bugs and contributing 
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+Want to report a bug or request a feature? Let us know on  [Slack](https://join.slack.com/t/zinggai/shared_invite/zt-w7zlcnol-vEuqU9m~Q56kLLUVxRgpOA), or open an [issue](https://github.com/zinggAI/zingg/issues/new/choose)
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+Want to commit code? Please take a look at the [open issues](https://github.com/zinggAI/zingg/issues) or choose the ones marked [good first issue](https://github.com/zinggAI/zingg/issues?q=is%3Aissue+is%3Aopen+first+issue+label%3A%22good+first+issue%22). Lets talk on  [Slack](https://join.slack.com/t/zinggai/shared_invite/zt-w7zlcnol-vEuqU9m~Q56kLLUVxRgpOA) if you need help deciding what to fix or how.