🌍 Community & Contributing

Join the Aicser Platform community and help shape the future of AI-powered analytics!

Aicser Platform is more than just software - it's a vibrant, growing community of developers, data scientists, business users, and enthusiasts who believe in the power of AI to democratize data analytics. Whether you're looking to contribute code, share ideas, or simply connect with like-minded individuals, there's a place for you in our community.

🎯 Why Join Our Community?

Open Source Excellence

🌍 Transparent Development: All code is open source and publicly accessible
🤝 Collaborative Innovation: Work with developers worldwide on cutting-edge features
📚 Learning Opportunities: Learn from experts in AI, analytics, and full-stack development
🌟 Recognition: Get credit for your contributions and build your portfolio

AI & Analytics Leadership

🚀 Cutting-Edge Technology: Work with the latest AI models and analytics techniques
🧠 AI-First Design: Contribute to the future of AI-powered business intelligence
📊 Real-World Impact: Your contributions help businesses make better decisions
🔬 Research Integration: Bridge the gap between academic research and practical applications

Professional Growth

💼 Career Development: Build skills that are in high demand
🌐 Global Network: Connect with professionals from around the world
📈 Skill Advancement: Learn modern development practices and tools
🎓 Mentorship: Get guidance from experienced developers and domain experts

🚀 How to Get Started

1. Join the Conversation

Community Channels:

💬 Telegram Community - Real-time chat and support
🐦 X.com (@Aicsertics) - Latest updates and announcements
💼 LinkedIn (@Aicser) - Professional networking
📘 Facebook (@Aicsertics) - Community updates

GitHub:

⭐ Repository - Star us on GitHub
🐛 Issues - Report bugs and request features

2. Explore the Codebase

Repository Structure:

aiser-world/
├── packages/
│   ├── chat2chart/          # Core AI analytics engine (Open Source)
│   │   ├── client/         # Next.js frontend
│   │   └── server/          # FastAPI backend
│   ├── auth/                # Authentication service (Enterprise)
│   ├── cube/                # Analytics semantic layer
│   ├── shared/              # Common utilities (Open Source)
│   ├── monitoring-service/  # Observability (Enterprise)
│   ├── billing-service/     # Subscription management (Enterprise)
│   ├── rate-limiting-service/ # API rate limiting (Enterprise)
│   ├── backup-service/      # Data backup (Enterprise)
│   └── docs/                # Documentation (Open Source)
├── scripts/                 # Development scripts
└── tools/                   # Build and setup tools

Key Areas to Explore:

Frontend: Next.js + React + TypeScript components
Backend: FastAPI + Python + SQLAlchemy services
AI/ML: LiteLLM integration + custom AI agents
Analytics: Cube.js + high-performance queries
Infrastructure: Docker + Kubernetes deployment

3. Choose Your Contribution Path

Contribution Type	Description	Time Commitment	Skill Level
🐛 Bug Reports	Report and help fix bugs	15-30 minutes	Any
📚 Documentation	Improve guides and examples	1-2 hours	Beginner
🧪 Testing	Write and improve tests	2-4 hours	Intermediate
🔧 Bug Fixes	Fix identified issues	2-8 hours	Intermediate
✨ Features	Implement new functionality	8+ hours	Advanced
🏗️ Architecture	Design system improvements	16+ hours	Expert

🔧 Contributing Guide

Development Setup

Prerequisites:

# Required software
- Git for version control
- Node.js 18+ and npm 9+
- Python 3.11+ with pip
- Docker and Docker Compose
- Code editor (VS Code recommended)

Quick Start:

# Fork and clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/YOUR_USERNAME/aiser-world.git
cd aiser-world

# Add upstream remote
git remote add upstream https://github.com/aiser-platform/aiser-world.git

# Install dependencies
npm install
npm run build:shared

# Start development environment
./scripts/dev.sh docker

Contribution Workflow

1. Find an Issue:

Browse open issues
Look for labels like good first issue, help wanted, or bug
Comment on issues you'd like to work on

2. Create a Branch:

# Create feature branch
git checkout -b fix/issue-description
# or
git checkout -b feature/amazing-feature

3. Make Changes:

Follow the coding standards
Write tests for new functionality
Update documentation as needed
Ensure all tests pass

4. Commit and Push:

# Stage changes
git add .

# Commit with conventional format
git commit -m "feat: add amazing new feature"

# Push to your fork
git push origin fix/issue-description

5. Create Pull Request:

Use the PR template
Describe your changes clearly
Link related issues
Request review from maintainers

Conventional Commits

Commit Message Format:

<type>(<scope>): <description>

[optional body]

[optional footer(s)]

Types:

feat: New feature
fix: Bug fix
docs: Documentation changes
style: Code style changes (formatting, etc.)
refactor: Code refactoring
test: Adding or updating tests
chore: Maintenance tasks

Examples:

feat(analytics): add custom trend analysis algorithm
fix(auth): resolve JWT token validation issue
docs(api): update endpoint documentation
test(ai): add unit tests for agent service
refactor(frontend): optimize chart rendering performance

🌟 Community Programs

Ambassador Program

Become an Aicser Ambassador:

Represent Aicser in your local tech community
Organize meetups and workshops
Create content (blog posts, tutorials, videos)
Mentor new contributors and users
Earn recognition and exclusive benefits

Ambassador Benefits:

Early access to new features
Direct communication with core team
Speaking opportunities at conferences
Exclusive swag and merchandise
Professional networking opportunities

How to Apply:

Contribute actively to the project (3+ months)
Demonstrate leadership in the community
Submit application with references
Complete interview with community team
Get onboarded with resources and support

Mentorship Program

Get Mentored:

1-on-1 guidance from experienced developers
Code review and feedback sessions
Career advice and skill development
Project collaboration opportunities
Networking with industry professionals

Become a Mentor:

Share your expertise with newcomers
Build leadership and teaching skills
Expand your network in the community
Give back to the open source ecosystem
Earn recognition for your contributions

Hackathon Program

Participate in Events:

Quarterly hackathons with prizes
AI/ML challenges and competitions
Integration contests with real data
Innovation workshops and brainstorming
Global collaboration opportunities

Hackathon Themes:

AI Model Integration: Custom AI models and agents
Data Visualization: New chart types and interactions
Performance Optimization: Speed and scalability improvements
Integration Solutions: Third-party service connectors
Accessibility: Inclusive design and usability

📅 Community Events

Regular Events

Bi-Weekly Community Calls:

When: Every other Thursday at 2 PM UTC
What: Project updates, Q&A, community showcase
Where: Zoom (link shared in Discord)
Who: Open to all community members

Monthly Developer Meetups:

When: First Saturday of each month
What: Technical deep-dives, code reviews, architecture discussions
Where: Discord + YouTube Live
Who: Developers and contributors

Quarterly Community Summits:

When: March, June, September, December
What: Major announcements, roadmap updates, community awards
Where: Virtual + in-person locations
Who: All community members

Special Events

Annual Conference:

AicserCon: Multi-day virtual conference
Keynotes: Industry leaders and core team
Workshops: Hands-on learning sessions
Networking: Community building activities
Awards: Recognition for top contributors

Regional Meetups:

Local chapters in major cities
In-person networking and collaboration
Regional challenges and competitions
Cultural exchange and diversity celebration

🏆 Recognition & Rewards

Contribution Recognition

GitHub Profile:

Contribution graph shows your activity
Pull request history demonstrates your work
Issue contributions highlight your involvement
Repository stars showcase your impact

Community Awards:

Contributor of the Month: Recognition for outstanding contributions
Bug Hunter: Special recognition for bug finders and fixers
Documentation Hero: Appreciation for documentation improvements
Community Builder: Recognition for community engagement

Professional Benefits:

Portfolio showcase for your work
Reference letters from maintainers
Job recommendations and networking
Speaking opportunities at events

Skill Development

Learning Paths:

Frontend Development: React, Next.js, TypeScript
Backend Development: FastAPI, Python, SQLAlchemy
AI/ML Engineering: LLM integration, custom models
DevOps: Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD
Data Analytics: SQL, Cube.js, visualization

Certification Program:

Aicser Developer: Core platform development
Aicser AI Specialist: AI/ML integration and customization
Aicser DevOps Engineer: Deployment and infrastructure
Aicser Community Leader: Community building and leadership

🤝 Community Guidelines

Code of Conduct

Our Values:

Respect: Treat everyone with dignity and respect
Inclusion: Welcome people from all backgrounds
Collaboration: Work together for common goals
Excellence: Strive for quality in everything we do
Innovation: Embrace new ideas and approaches

Behavior Standards:

Be respectful and considerate in all interactions
Use inclusive language that welcomes everyone
Give constructive feedback that helps others improve
Respect boundaries and personal space
Report inappropriate behavior to moderators

Consequences:

Warnings for minor violations
Temporary suspension for repeated issues
Permanent ban for serious violations
Appeal process for contested decisions

Communication Guidelines

Discussions:

Stay on topic and relevant to the community
Use clear language and avoid jargon when possible
Ask questions to clarify understanding
Share knowledge and help others learn
Be patient with newcomers and learners

Feedback:

Be specific about what you're commenting on
Focus on the code or content, not the person
Suggest improvements rather than just pointing out problems
Acknowledge good work and positive contributions
Use appropriate tone for the context

🆘 Getting Help

Support Channels

Community Support:

GitHub Discussions: General questions and help
Discord Server: Real-time chat and support
Community Calls: Live Q&A sessions
Documentation: Comprehensive guides and tutorials

Technical Support:

GitHub Issues: Bug reports and feature requests
Stack Overflow: Tagged with aicser-platform
Developer Forums: Specialized technical discussions
Code Examples: Sample implementations and patterns

Direct Support:

Email Support: support@aicser.com
Feedback Portal: feedback.aicser.com
Application: app.aicser.com

Learning Resources

Documentation:

Getting Started: Quick start guides and tutorials
API Reference: Complete API documentation
Architecture Guide: System design and architecture
Best Practices: Development guidelines and patterns

Video Content:

Tutorial Series: Step-by-step learning videos
Community Showcase: User projects and implementations
Technical Deep-Dives: Advanced topics and concepts
Live Coding: Real-time development sessions

Interactive Learning:

Code Challenges: Practice problems and exercises
Hackathon Projects: Real-world application development
Mentorship Sessions: 1-on-1 learning opportunities
Workshop Materials: Hands-on learning resources

🚀 Next Steps

Immediate Actions

⭐ Star the repository on GitHub
👥 Join our Discord server
📧 Subscribe to updates and newsletters
🔍 Explore the codebase and documentation
💬 Introduce yourself in discussions

Short-term Goals

🐛 Report a bug or suggest an improvement
📚 Improve documentation or add examples
🧪 Write tests for existing functionality
🔧 Fix a small issue or bug
💡 Propose a feature or enhancement

Long-term Engagement

🌟 Become a regular contributor to the project
🏆 Apply for the Ambassador Program after 6+ months
🎯 Lead a community initiative or project
📢 Present at conferences and meetups
👨‍🏫 Mentor new contributors and users

Ready to join our community? Start contributing →

🎯 Why Join Our Community?​

Open Source Excellence​

AI & Analytics Leadership​

Professional Growth​

🚀 How to Get Started​

1. Join the Conversation​

2. Explore the Codebase​

3. Choose Your Contribution Path​

🔧 Contributing Guide​

Development Setup​

Contribution Workflow​

Conventional Commits​

🌟 Community Programs​

Ambassador Program​

Mentorship Program​

Hackathon Program​

📅 Community Events​

Regular Events​

Special Events​

🏆 Recognition & Rewards​

Contribution Recognition​

Skill Development​

🤝 Community Guidelines​

Code of Conduct​

Communication Guidelines​

🆘 Getting Help​

Support Channels​

Learning Resources​

🚀 Next Steps​

Immediate Actions​

Short-term Goals​

Long-term Engagement​