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 # Contributing
 
+Rules for submitting a pull request:
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+* **Small Contribution / Single Source Code File:** A committer of TEAM Engine can review and apply the change on your behalf if it affects a single source code file. This allows us to adopt a small fix, correct spelling mistakes or clarify a javadoc.
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+* **Large Contribution / Multiple Files / New Files:** To contribute new files or change several existing files, you have to be in a business relationship with OGC, part of an OGC Testbed or OGC member (see https://www.ogc.org/about-ogc/ogc-member-list/).
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 ## How to contribute
 
 - Have a look at the Issues board and identify an issue you would like to address.