Developer Guide

This guide explains how developers can contribute to the Bitcoin Core Docker Compilation project.

Setting Up Your Environment

1. Install Docker:

   Follow the official Docker installation guide for your operating system: Install Docker.

2. Fork the Repository:
   • Go to the GitHub repository and click on “Fork” to create a copy in your own GitHub account.

3. Clone Your Fork:

    git clone https://github.com/yourusername/bitcoin_core_docker.git
    cd bitcoin_core_docker
   

4. Modify the Dockerfile:
   • Switch to the branch for the version you’re modifying: git checkout v26.1
   • Make your modifications to the Dockerfile in the version folder.

5. Testing Your Changes: Build and test the modified Docker image:

    docker build -t yourusername/btc_core:v26.1 .
    docker run -it yourusername/btc_core:v26.1 /bin/bash
   

6. Commit Your Changes:

    git add .
    git commit -m "Description of your changes"
    git push origin v26.1
   

7. Create a pull request:
   • Open a pull request from your fork to the original repository. Make sure to explain your changes clearly.