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# Contributing to NetPulse
Thank you for your interest in contributing to **NetPulse**! We welcome contributions of all kinds—whether you’re improving documentation, fixing bugs, proposing new features, or helping with testing.
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## Table of Contents
1. Why Contribute?
2. Code of Conduct
3. Getting Started
4. Reporting Issues
5. Feature Requests
6. Development Workflow
7. Coding Guidelines
8. Commit Message Format
9. Pull Request Process
10. Contact & Support
---
## 1. Why Contribute?
NetPulse is an open-source, community-driven project. Your contributions will help:
- Accelerate development of new features
- Improve stability and performance
- Write and refine documentation
- Grow and support a welcoming community
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## 2. Code of Conduct
By participating in this project, you agree to abide by the [Code of Conduct](CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md). Please read it to ensure a safe and respectful community.
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## 3. Getting Started
1. Fork the repository on GitLab:
`https://gitlab.com/open-pulse-security/net-pulse`
2. Clone your fork locally:
```bash
git clone https://gitlab.com/your-username/net-pulse.git
cd NetPulse
```
3. Create and activate a Python 3.8+ virtual environment:
```bash
python3 -m venv .venv
source .venv/bin/activate # Linux/macOS
.\.venv\Scripts\activate # Windows
```
4. Install development dependencies (once `requirements-dev.txt` is added):
```bash
pip install -r requirements-dev.txt
```
5. (Optional) Set up pre-commit hooks for linting/formatting:
```bash
pip install pre-commit
pre-commit install
```
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## 4. Reporting Issues
If you find a bug or run into any problems:
1. Search existing issues to see if it’s already been reported.
2. If not, open a new issue and include:
- A clear, descriptive title
- Steps to reproduce the problem
- Expected vs. actual behavior
- Screenshots or logs, if applicable
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## 5. Feature Requests
We welcome ideas for new features! To request a feature:
1. Check the list of open issues/features to avoid duplicates.
2. Create a new issue with:
- A descriptive title
- A summary of the proposed feature
- Any relevant use cases or sketches
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## 6. Development Workflow
We follow a **GitLab flow**:
1. **Branching**
- Create a branch per issue or feature:
`git checkout -b feat/<short-description>`
`git checkout -b fix/<short-description>`
2. **Work**
- Make your changes
- Run tests and linters locally
3. **Commit**
- Write clear, concise commit messages (see below)
4. **Push**
- Push your branch to your fork:
`git push origin feat/<short-description>`
5. **Pull Request**
- Open a PR against `main` in the upstream repo
- Fill out the PR template with details
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## 7. Coding Guidelines
- Follow [PEP 8](https://www.python.org/dev/peps/pep-0008/) for Python style.
- Use meaningful variable and function names.
- Keep functions short and focused (max ~50 lines).
- Document public functions and classes with docstrings.
- For UI code (Tkinter), separate logic from presentation where possible.
- Write tests for new features/bug fixes.
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## 8. Commit Message Format
Use a simple, consistent format:
```
<type>(<scope>): <short description>
<body>
<footer>
```
- **type**: feat, fix, docs, refactor, test, chore
- **scope**: optional area of the code (e.g., `gui`, `core`, `storage`)
- **short description**: ≤50 characters
- **body**: more detailed explanation (wrap at 72 characters)
- **footer**: issue references, breaking changes, etc.
Example:
```
feat(core): add JSON-based persistence layer
This adds save_data() and load_data() functions to handle
equipment data in JSON format.
Closes #12
```
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## 9. Pull Request Process
1. Ensure your branch is up to date with `main`.
2. Run all tests and make sure they pass.
3. Link related issues in the PR description.
4. Describe what you’ve done and why.
5. Request reviews from maintainers.
6. Address review comments and update your PR.
---
## 10. Contact & Support
- For general discussion and questions, use GitLab Discussions.
- For urgent issues, open an issue and tag a maintainer.
- You can also reach the maintainers via email: code@openpulsesec.org
---
Thank you for helping make NetPulse better! 🚀

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# NetPulse 🚀
**NetPulse** is an open-source network management software solution designed to help IT administrators track, monitor, and manage their network equipment. This project is currently in its **early planning phase**, and we welcome contributions from the community!
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## 📋 Project Overview
NetPulse aims to provide a centralized platform for managing network devices such as switches, firewalls, servers, and access points. Key features will include:
- **Equipment Management**: Add, edit, and delete network devices.
- **Status Monitoring**: Real-time device status updates.
- **Logging and Reporting**: Detailed logs and reports for auditing.
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## 🛠️ Technology Stack
- **Programming Language**: Python
- **GUI Framework**: Tkinter
- **Data Storage**: JSON (initially), SQLite (future)
- **Networking**: `ping3` or `scapy` for device monitoring
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## 🚧 Current Status
This project is currently in the **planning and specification phase**. No code has been written yet, but we’re actively working on defining the project scope and requirements.
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## 🤝 How to Contribute
We welcome contributions from the community! Here’s how you can get involved:
1. **Fork the repository** and create a new branch for your changes.
2. **Submit a pull request** with a detailed description of your changes.
3. Follow the [contribution guidelines](CONTRIBUTING.md) for more details.
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## 📜 License
This project is licensed under the **MIT License**. See the [LICENSE](LICENSE) file for details.
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## 📬 Contact
Have questions or ideas? Feel free to reach out:
- **Email**: code@openpulsesec.org
- **GitHub Issues**: [Open an issue](https://gitlab.com/open-pulse-security/net-pulse/issues)
---
*NetPulse is a work in progress. Stay tuned for updates!*

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### **Core Features**
1. **Equipment Management**:
- Add, edit, and delete network equipment (switches, firewalls, servers, access points).
- View a list of all equipment with details (name, IP, location, status, etc.).
- Search and filter equipment by type, location, or status.
2. **Status Monitoring**:
- Implement a ping feature to check if devices are online.
- Display real-time status (e.g., "Online", "Offline", "Degraded").
- Add a refresh button to update statuses.
3. **Logging**:
- Log all actions (add, edit, delete, status changes).
- View logs in a separate tab or window.
- Filter logs by date, action type, or equipment.
4. **Data Persistence**:
- Save equipment data to a JSON file (or a database like SQLite for scalability).
- Load data on application startup.
5. **User Interface Enhancements**:
- Add a dashboard with summary statistics (e.g., total devices, online/offline counts).
- Use a table or treeview to display equipment in a structured way.
- Add tooltips and help messages for better usability.
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### **Advanced Features**
6. **Network Discovery**:
- Automatically discover devices on the network using tools like `nmap` or `scapy`.
- Add discovered devices to the system with a single click.
7. **Alerts and Notifications**:
- Send email or desktop notifications when a device goes offline or comes back online.
- Set thresholds for alerts (e.g., high CPU usage on a server).
8. **Backup and Restore**:
- Allow exporting equipment data to a file (e.g., CSV, JSON).
- Import data from a file to restore the system.
9. **Role-Based Access Control**:
- Add user authentication (e.g., login screen).
- Implement roles (e.g., Admin, Viewer) with different permissions.
10. **Reporting**:
- Generate reports (e.g., list of offline devices, equipment by location).
- Export reports to PDF or Excel.
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### **Technical Enhancements**
11. **Database Integration**:
- Replace JSON file storage with a database (e.g., SQLite, MySQL, PostgreSQL).
- Use an ORM like SQLAlchemy for easier database management.
12. **API Integration**:
- Integrate with APIs from network equipment vendors (e.g., Cisco, Juniper) to fetch real-time data.
- Use SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) to monitor devices.
13. **Multi-Threading**:
- Use multi-threading for tasks like pinging devices to avoid freezing the UI.
14. **Customizable UI**:
- Allow users to customize the UI (e.g., change themes, rearrange columns).
15. **Error Handling**:
- Add robust error handling for invalid inputs, network issues, etc.
- Display user-friendly error messages.
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### **Optional Features**
16. **Network Mapping**:
- Create a visual map of the network topology (e.g., using Graphviz or a custom canvas).
17. **Scheduled Tasks**:
- Schedule periodic tasks (e.g., ping devices every 5 minutes, generate daily reports).
18. **Integration with Monitoring Tools**:
- Integrate with tools like Nagios, Zabbix, or PRTG for advanced monitoring.
19. **Mobile-Friendly**:
- Create a web-based version of the system using Flask/Django for mobile access.
20. **Documentation**:
- Add a help section or user manual within the application.
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### **Implementation Order**
1. Start with **Core Features** (1-5) to get a functional system.
2. Add **Advanced Features** (6-10) to enhance functionality.
3. Implement **Technical Enhancements** (11-15) for scalability and performance.
4. Add **Optional Features** (16-20) for polish and advanced use cases.