How to Contribute to Rasika.life

Welcome, Carnatic music enthusiast! We're thrilled that you're interested in contributing to Rasika.life. Our mission to create the most comprehensive Carnatic music resource is only possible with the support of passionate volunteers like you. Here's how you can help:

Ways to Contribute

1. Add New Content

   • Song lyrics in original languages
   • Raga and tala information
   • Composer biographies
   • Upcoming event details

2. Update Existing Content

   • Correct errors or typos
   • Add missing information to incomplete entries
   • Provide additional context or explanations

3. Translate Content

   • Help make our content accessible in multiple languages

4. Technical Contributions

   • If you're a developer, help improve our website's functionality
   • Assist with database management and optimization

5. Community Engagement

   • Participate in discussions on our forums
   • Help answer questions from other users

How to Get Started

1. Create an Account: Sign up for a Rasika.life account here(coming soon).

2. Familiarize Yourself with Our Guidelines: Read our content guidelines to understand our standards for contributions.

3. Choose Your Area of Expertise: Select the areas where you feel most confident contributing.

4. Start Small: Begin with minor edits or additions to build your confidence and understanding of our system.

5. Use the Contribution Forms: For each type of contribution, we have specific forms. Find them in your user dashboard.

6. Provide Sources: Always include reliable sources for your contributions to maintain the credibility of our database.

7. Be Patient: All contributions are reviewed by our team before being published. This process may take a few days.

Best Practices

• Accuracy is Key: Double-check all information before submitting.
• Respect Copyright: Only contribute content that you have the right to share.
• Be Objective: Present information neutrally, especially for controversial topics.
• Collaborate: Work with other contributors to improve content collectively.

Recognition for Your Contributions

We value every contribution. Active contributors may be recognized on our Hall of Fame(coming soon) page and might be eligible for special privileges on the site.

Need Help?

If you have any questions about contributing, don't hesitate to reach out to our support team at email here.

Thank you for helping make Rasika.life the ultimate resource for Carnatic music enthusiasts worldwide!