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@@ -8,11 +8,13 @@ The code of conduct is described in [`CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md`](CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md).
 ## Pull Requests
 We actively welcome your pull requests.
 
-1. Fork the repo and create your branch from `master`.
-2. If you've added code that should be tested, add tests.
-3. If you've changed APIs, update the documentation.
-4. Ensure the test suite passes.
-5. If you haven't already, complete the Contributor License Agreement ("CLA").
+1. Fork the repo.
+2. Clone Repo to your local machine.
+3. Create your branch from `main`.
+4. If you've added code that should be tested, add tests.
+5. If you've changed APIs, update the documentation.
+6. Ensure the test suite passes.
+7. If you haven't already, complete the Contributor License Agreement ("CLA").
 
 ## Contributor License Agreement ("CLA")
 In order to accept your pull request, we need you to submit a CLA. You only need