docs: add contributing and security policy documentation & improved release please configuration

Author: aryanranderiya

.release-please-config.json

@@ -3,12 +3,16 @@
     "backend": {
       "path": "backend",
       "release-type": "python",
-      "version-file": "backend/pyproject.toml"
+      "version-file": "backend/pyproject.toml",
+      "changelog-path": "backend/CHANGELOG.md",
+      "skip-empty-release": true
     },
     "frontend": {
       "path": "frontend",
       "release-type": "node",
-      "version-file": "frontend/package.json"
+      "version-file": "frontend/package.json",
+      "changelog-path": "frontend/CHANGELOG.md",
+      "skip-empty-release": true
     }
   }
 }

CONTRIBUTING.md

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+# Contributing to GAIA
+
+GAIA is an open source project, and we welcome contributions of all kinds:
+
+- Code patches
+- Documentation improvements
+- Bug reports and reviews
+- Tests and code quality enhancements
+
+## Getting Started
+
+- Read our [Code of Conduct](https://github.com/heygaia/gaia/blob/master/CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md)
+- Set up your environment: [Development Setup Guide](https://docs.heygaia.io/developers/development-setup)
+- Explore our [contribution guidelines](https://docs.heygaia.io/developers/contributing) for details
+
+## How to Contribute
+
+- Bug fixes, features, docs, and tests are all welcome ([see ways to contribute](https://docs.heygaia.io/developers/contributing#ways-to-contribute))
+- Fork the repo, create a branch, make changes, test, and open a pull request ([workflow details](https://docs.heygaia.io/developers/contributing#contribution-workflow))
+- Follow our [coding standards](https://docs.heygaia.io/developers/contributing#coding-standards) for Python and React/Next.js
+- Use [Conventional Commits](https://docs.heygaia.io/developers/contributing#commit-message-guidelines) for commit messages
+
+## Pull Requests
+
+- Ensure code style, tests, and docs are up to date
+- Use the [PR template](https://docs.heygaia.io/developers/contributing#pr-description-template)
+- No merge conflicts with `master` branch
+
+## Code of Conduct
+
+Help us keep GAIA open and inclusive. Please read and follow our [Code of Conduct](https://github.com/heygaia/gaia/blob/master/CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md).
+
+## Need Help?
+
+- [Documentation](https://docs.heygaia.io/)
+- [Discord Community](https://discord.heygaia.io/)
+- [GitHub Issues](https://github.com/heygaia/gaia/issues)
+- [Discussions](https://github.com/heygaia/gaia/discussions)
+
+Thank you for contributing to GAIA!

SECURITY.md

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+# Security Policy
+
+## Reporting a Vulnerability
+
+If you discover a security issue in this project, please report it responsibly:
+
+- **Do not open a public GitHub issue.**
+- Instead, email us at **security@heygaia.io**.
+- Please include:
+  - A clear description of the vulnerability
+  - Steps to reproduce (if available)
+  - Any proof-of-concept code or details
+
+We will acknowledge your report within **48 hours** and keep you informed as we investigate and fix the issue.
+
+---
+
+## Disclosure Policy
+
+- We follow a **coordinated disclosure process**.
+- Once a fix is ready, we will:
+  - Release a patch
+  - Update documentation if necessary
+  - Credit the reporter (unless you prefer otherwise)
+
+---
+
+## Supported Versions
+
+We currently support security updates for the following versions:
+
+| Version | Supported |
+| ------- | --------- |
+| latest  | ✅        |
+| older   | ❌        |
+
+---
+
+## Preferred Languages
+
+We prefer vulnerability reports in **English**, but will make reasonable efforts to work with any reporter.