Soplang (short for Somali Programming Language) is a culturally-rooted programming language designed specifically for Somali speakers. It allows developers to write code using native Somali syntax and expressions.

Soplang is designed for everyone, but especially Somali speakers who want to learn programming using their native language. It's particularly useful for students, teachers, and new developers in Somalia and the Somali diaspora.

Is Soplang free to use?

Yes, Soplang is completely free and open-source under the MIT License. You can download, use, and contribute to its development without any cost.

What platforms does Soplang work on?

Soplang works on Windows, macOS, and Linux/UNIX operating systems. It has a Python-based interpreter that runs on all major platforms.

How can I contribute to Soplang?

You can contribute to Soplang by helping with code development, documentation, translations, or community building. Visit our Contribute page for more information on getting involved.

Contribute to Soplang

Soplang is open-source under the MIT License and everyone is welcome to contribute!

View Contribution Guidelines

Community & Contribution

Soplang is a community-driven project and we welcome contributions of all forms. Whether you're a developer, designer, writer, translator, or just enthusiastic about the language, there are many ways to contribute.

GitHub: github.com/soplang/soplang

Current Contributors:

Mr Sharafdin (Creator)
Omar Tood
Ismail Ainte
Shiine

Ways to Contribute

Code Contributions

Help improve the Soplang interpreter, compiler, or standard library by contributing code. Check our contribution guidelines for detailed instructions.

Fork the repository on GitHub
Clone your fork locally
Create a new branch for your feature or bug fix
Make your changes and write tests if applicable
Submit a pull request with a clear description of your changes

Documentation

Help improve Soplang's documentation, tutorials, or examples:

Fix typos or clarify existing documentation
Write tutorials or guides for beginners
Create example projects that showcase Soplang's features
Help translate documentation into other languages

Bug Reports and Feature Requests

Help us improve by reporting bugs or suggesting new features:

Submit detailed bug reports with steps to reproduce
Suggest new features or improvements
Vote on existing feature requests

Community Support

Help grow the Soplang community:

Answer questions on GitHub Discussions or Stack Overflow
Share your experience with Soplang
Organize local meetups or workshops
Spread the word about Soplang

Security

We take the security of Soplang seriously. If you discover a security vulnerability within Soplang, please responsibly disclose it by following these steps:

Reporting Security Issues

Do not publicly disclose the vulnerability without contacting us first
Email your findings to security@soplang.org
Include detailed information about the vulnerability, including steps to reproduce
Allow us reasonable time to address the issue before public disclosure

For more information, please see our Security Policy.

Security Best Practices

Keep your Soplang installation updated to the latest version
Review the dependencies in your Soplang projects regularly
Follow security best practices when deploying Soplang applications
Be cautious when running untrusted Soplang code

Contribution Guidelines

We've created comprehensive guidelines to help you contribute effectively to Soplang. These guidelines cover code style, pull request processes, testing requirements, and more.

Please review our detailed Contribution Guidelines on GitHub before submitting your contributions.

Code of Conduct

Soplang is committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for everyone. We expect all community members to abide by our Code of Conduct.

Our Pledge

In the interest of fostering an open and welcoming environment, we as contributors and maintainers pledge to make participation in our project and our community a harassment-free experience for everyone, regardless of age, body size, disability, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, level of experience, nationality, personal appearance, race, religion, or sexual identity and orientation.

Please read our complete Code of Conduct on GitHub for full details on our community standards and enforcement guidelines.

Ready to Contribute?

Join us in making programming more accessible through Soplang. Your contributions make a difference!

GitHub Repository Contribution Guidelines