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.github/workflows/python-app.yml

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+name: Python Application
+
+on:
+  push:
+    branches: [ main ]
+  pull_request:
+    branches: [ main ]
+
+jobs:
+  build:
+    runs-on: ubuntu-latest
+
+    steps:
+    - uses: actions/checkout@v3
+
+    - name: Set up Python 3.9
+      uses: actions/setup-python@v3
+      with:
+        python-version: "3.9"
+
+    - name: Install dependencies
+      run: |
+        python -m pip install --upgrade pip
+        pip install flake8
+        if [ -f requirements.txt ]; then pip install -r requirements.txt; fi
+
+    - name: Lint with flake8
+      run: |
+        # stop the build if there are Python syntax errors or undefined names
+        flake8 . --count --select=E9,F63,F7,F82 --show-source --statistics
+        # exit-zero treats all errors as warnings. The GitHub editor is 127 chars wide
+        flake8 . --count --exit-zero --max-complexity=10 --max-line-length=127 --statistics
+
+    - name: Test Flask app starts
+      run: |
+        # Test that the Flask app can start
+        python -c "from app import app; print('Flask app imported successfully')"

.gitignore

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 # Byte-compiled / optimized / DLL files
 __pycache__/
-*.py[codz]
+*.py[cod]
 *$py.class
 
 # C extensions
@@ -24,11 +24,9 @@ share/python-wheels/
 *.egg-info/
 .installed.cfg
 *.egg
-MANIFEST
+PIPE_LOCK
 
 # PyInstaller
-#  Usually these files are written by a python script from a template
-#  before PyInstaller builds the exe, so as to inject date/other infos into it.
 *.manifest
 *.spec
 
@@ -46,7 +44,7 @@ htmlcov/
 nosetests.xml
 coverage.xml
 *.cover
-*.py.cover
+*.py,cover
 .hypothesis/
 .pytest_cache/
 cover/
@@ -83,48 +81,18 @@ profile_default/
 ipython_config.py
 
 # pyenv
-#   For a library or package, you might want to ignore these files since the code is
-#   intended to run in multiple environments; otherwise, check them in:
-# .python-version
+.python-version
 
 # pipenv
-#   According to pypa/pipenv#598, it is recommended to include Pipfile.lock in version control.
-#   However, in case of collaboration, if having platform-specific dependencies or dependencies
-#   having no cross-platform support, pipenv may install dependencies that don't work, or not
-#   install all needed dependencies.
-#Pipfile.lock
-
-# UV
-#   Similar to Pipfile.lock, it is generally recommended to include uv.lock in version control.
-#   This is especially recommended for binary packages to ensure reproducibility, and is more
-#   commonly ignored for libraries.
-#uv.lock
+Pipfile.lock
 
 # poetry
-#   Similar to Pipfile.lock, it is generally recommended to include poetry.lock in version control.
-#   This is especially recommended for binary packages to ensure reproducibility, and is more
-#   commonly ignored for libraries.
-#   https://python-poetry.org/docs/basic-usage/#commit-your-poetrylock-file-to-version-control
-#poetry.lock
-#poetry.toml
+poetry.lock
 
 # pdm
-#   Similar to Pipfile.lock, it is generally recommended to include pdm.lock in version control.
-#   pdm recommends including project-wide configuration in pdm.toml, but excluding .pdm-python.
-#   https://pdm-project.org/en/latest/usage/project/#working-with-version-control
-#pdm.lock
-#pdm.toml
-.pdm-python
-.pdm-build/
-
-# pixi
-#   Similar to Pipfile.lock, it is generally recommended to include pixi.lock in version control.
-#pixi.lock
-#   Pixi creates a virtual environment in the .pixi directory, just like venv module creates one
-#   in the .venv directory. It is recommended not to include this directory in version control.
-.pixi
-
-# PEP 582; used by e.g. github.com/David-OConnor/pyflow and github.com/pdm-project/pdm
+.pdm.toml
+
+# PEP 582
 __pypackages__/
 
 # Celery stuff
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 # Environments
 .env
-.envrc
 .venv
 env/
 venv/
@@ -168,40 +135,25 @@ dmypy.json
 # Cython debug symbols
 cython_debug/
 
-# PyCharm
-#  JetBrains specific template is maintained in a separate JetBrains.gitignore that can
-#  be found at https://github.com/github/gitignore/blob/main/Global/JetBrains.gitignore
-#  and can be added to the global gitignore or merged into this file.  For a more nuclear
-#  option (not recommended) you can uncomment the following to ignore the entire idea folder.
-#.idea/
-
-# Abstra
-# Abstra is an AI-powered process automation framework.
-# Ignore directories containing user credentials, local state, and settings.
-# Learn more at https://abstra.io/docs
-.abstra/
-
-# Visual Studio Code
-#  Visual Studio Code specific template is maintained in a separate VisualStudioCode.gitignore 
-#  that can be found at https://github.com/github/gitignore/blob/main/Global/VisualStudioCode.gitignore
-#  and can be added to the global gitignore or merged into this file. However, if you prefer, 
-#  you could uncomment the following to ignore the entire vscode folder
-# .vscode/
-
-# Ruff stuff:
-.ruff_cache/
-
-# PyPI configuration file
-.pypirc
-
-# Cursor
-#  Cursor is an AI-powered code editor. `.cursorignore` specifies files/directories to
-#  exclude from AI features like autocomplete and code analysis. Recommended for sensitive data
-#  refer to https://docs.cursor.com/context/ignore-files
-.cursorignore
-.cursorindexingignore
-
-# Marimo
-marimo/_static/
-marimo/_lsp/
-__marimo__/
+# Project specific
+logs/
+artifacts/*.pkl
+artifacts/*.csv
+catboost_info/
+*.pkl
+*.csv
+
+# IDE
+.vscode/
+.idea/
+*.swp
+*.swo
+*~
+
+# OS
+.DS_Store
+Thumbs.db
+
+# Model files (keep only in artifacts)
+model.pkl
+preprocessor.pkl

CONTRIBUTING.md

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+# Contributing to Student Performance Predictor
+
+First off, thank you for considering contributing to Student Performance Predictor! It's people like you that make this project such a great tool.
+
+## Code of Conduct
+
+This project and everyone participating in it is governed by respect and professionalism. By participating, you are expected to uphold this standard.
+
+## How Can I Contribute?
+
+### Reporting Bugs
+
+Before creating bug reports, please check the issue list as you might find out that you don't need to create one. When you are creating a bug report, please include as many details as possible:
+
+* **Use a clear and descriptive title**
+* **Describe the exact steps to reproduce the problem**
+* **Provide specific examples to demonstrate the steps**
+* **Describe the behavior you observed and what behavior you expected**
+* **Include screenshots if possible**
+* **Include your environment details** (OS, Python version, etc.)
+
+### Suggesting Enhancements
+
+Enhancement suggestions are tracked as GitHub issues. When creating an enhancement suggestion, please include:
+
+* **Use a clear and descriptive title**
+* **Provide a detailed description of the suggested enhancement**
+* **Explain why this enhancement would be useful**
+* **List some examples of how it would be used**
+
+### Pull Requests
+
+* Fill in the required template
+* Follow the Python style guide (PEP 8)
+* Include comments in your code where necessary
+* Update the README.md with details of changes if applicable
+* Ensure all tests pass
+* Make sure your code lints without errors
+
+## Development Setup
+
+1. Fork the repo and clone your fork:
+```bash
+git clone https://github.com/your-username/student-performance-predictor.git
+cd student-performance-predictor
+```
+
+2. Create a virtual environment:
+```bash
+python -m venv venv
+source venv/bin/activate  # On Windows: venv\Scripts\activate
+```
+
+3. Install dependencies:
+```bash
+pip install -r requirements.txt
+```
+
+4. Create a new branch:
+```bash
+git checkout -b feature/your-feature-name
+```
+
+5. Make your changes and test them:
+```bash
+python app.py
+```
+
+6. Commit your changes:
+```bash
+git add .
+git commit -m "Add: brief description of your changes"
+```
+
+7. Push to your fork:
+```bash
+git push origin feature/your-feature-name
+```
+
+8. Create a Pull Request
+
+## Style Guidelines
+
+### Git Commit Messages
+
+* Use the present tense ("Add feature" not "Added feature")
+* Use the imperative mood ("Move cursor to..." not "Moves cursor to...")
+* Limit the first line to 72 characters or less
+* Reference issues and pull requests liberally after the first line
+
+Examples:
+* `Fix: correct math score prediction bug`
+* `Add: new model evaluation metrics`
+* `Update: improve UI responsiveness`
+* `Docs: update installation instructions`
+
+### Python Style Guide
+
+* Follow PEP 8
+* Use meaningful variable names
+* Add docstrings to functions and classes
+* Keep functions focused and small
+* Use type hints where appropriate
+
+Example:
+```python
+def calculate_score(features: dict) -> float:
+    """
+    Calculate the predicted math score.
+
+    Args:
+        features (dict): Student features dictionary
+
+    Returns:
+        float: Predicted math score
+    """
+    # Implementation
+    pass
+```
+
+## Project Structure
+
+When adding new features, maintain the existing structure:
+
+* `src/components/` - Data processing and model training components
+* `src/pipeline/` - Training and prediction pipelines
+* `templates/` - HTML templates
+* `notebook/` - Jupyter notebooks for exploration
+* `artifacts/` - Generated model files and data
+
+## Testing
+
+* Write tests for new features
+* Ensure existing tests pass
+* Test your changes locally before submitting
+
+## Documentation
+
+* Update README.md if you change functionality
+* Add docstrings to new functions/classes
+* Comment complex logic
+* Update API documentation if you change endpoints
+
+## Questions?
+
+Feel free to open an issue with your question or reach out to the maintainer directly.
+
+## Recognition
+
+Contributors will be recognized in the project README and release notes.
+
+Thank you for contributing! 🎉