Yes, you can request new features or suggest new notebook types for the EcoCommons platform by raising a feature request on the EcoCommons GitHub repository. The EcoCommons team values input from users and strives to make the platform as versatile and user-friendly as possible, and your suggestions can help improve the tools available to the community. Here's how you can request new features or notebooks:
Identify the Need –
Clearly define the feature or notebook type that would enhance your workflow or address specific challenges in your research. For example, you might need a new notebook that supports a different ecological model, additional environmental data processing capabilities, or integration with a new tool or database.Search for Existing Requests –
Before submitting a request, check the Issues section of the EcoCommons GitHub repository to see if someone else has already suggested a similar feature. This helps avoid duplicate requests and ensures that you can contribute to an ongoing discussion about the feature. If the request is already listed, you can comment to add further context or upvote it by giving it a thumbs-up.Create a New Issue –
If you don’t find an existing request that matches your needs, you can create a new issue. Go to the Issues section on the GitHub repository and click on the New Issue button. In the issue description, provide:- A detailed explanation of the feature or notebook type you’d like to see added.
- Why you think this feature would be beneficial to the community.
- Any examples or use cases to demonstrate how the feature would be used or how it would improve the analysis.
- If applicable, provide links to similar features or examples from other platforms that could serve as inspiration.
Collaborate with the Team –
After you submit your request, the EcoCommons team may reach out for further clarification or details. In some cases, the team may already be planning to implement a similar feature, and your request can help prioritize its development. You can also collaborate with the team if you have the technical skills to contribute code or test the new features.Follow Up on Progress –
Once the feature request is raised, you can follow the progress through GitHub's notification system. The EcoCommons team may provide updates on the request's status or ask for input from other users.
By submitting a feature request or suggesting a new notebook type, you help improve the functionality and usability of the EcoCommons platform for everyone in the ecological and conservation community. The team actively considers feedback and works to expand the notebooks’ capabilities to meet users’ diverse needs.