Updated the HACKING file.

HACKING

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-Please contact the MAINTAINERS before making changes to Cthulhu.
+Welcome to Cthulhu
+
+We are excited to have you here and welcome your contributions to the Cthulhu screen reader project! This project is a fork of Orca, with a focus on creating an open and collaborative community where contributions are encouraged.
+
+
+How to Contribute
+
+If you have direct access, please create a branch. After making changes, be sure to thoroughly test, then merge to the master branch. If you do not have direct access, you can send contributions via email.
+
+
+Submitting Changes via Email
+
+1. **Fork or Clone the Repository**
+   - Clone the repository locally:
+     ```bash
+     git clone https://git.stormux.org/storm/cthulhu
+     ```
+
+   - Make the changes you want to contribute.
+
+2. **Format Your Changes for Submission**
+   - Use `git format-patch` to create patch files for your changes:
+     ```bash
+     git format-patch origin/master
+     ```
+
+   - This will generate `.patch` files for your commits, which can be emailed to us.
+
+3. **Email Your Patches**
+   - Once your patches are ready, send them via email to:
+     **storm_dragon on the stormux.org domain**
+   - In your email, briefly explain the changes and improvements made in the patch.
+
+
+Contribution Guidelines
+
+- **Respect Coding Standards**: Please follow the existing coding style and structure where possible. Exceptions exist of course if it is a refactor.
+- **Write Clear Commit Messages**: Ensure each commit includes a clear and concise message that explains what has been changed and why.
+- **Be Open to Feedback**: questions may be asked or changes suggested to ensure the contribution aligns with the project.
+
+
+Get Involved in the Community
+
+Please join the Stormux email list. You can do so at https://stormux.org. Also, you can talk to us on irc at irc.stormux.org #stormux.
+
+Thank you for your interest in contributing to Cthulhu! Together we can make an awesome screen reader.