r4fterman · r4fterman · Oct 13, 2025 · Sep 3, 2025 · Sep 3, 2025 · Sep 4, 2025
diff --git a/CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md b/CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md
@@ -125,4 +125,4 @@ enforcement ladder](https://github.com/mozilla/diversity).
 
 For answers to common questions about this code of conduct, see the FAQ at
 https://www.contributor-covenant.org/faq. Translations are available at
-https://www.contributor-covenant.org/translations.
+https://www.contributor-covenant.org/translations.
diff --git a/CONTRIBUTING.md b/CONTRIBUTING.md
@@ -0,0 +1,107 @@
+# Contributing to WindowTester
+
+First off — thanks for taking the time to contribute! 🎉  
+The following guidelines will help you set up the project locally, follow our coding standards, and
+submit high-quality contributions.
+
+---
+
+## 📋 Before You Start
+
+- Read our [Code of Conduct](CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md) — we take respectful collaboration seriously.
+- Check existing [Issues](issues) and [Pull Requests](pulls) to avoid duplication.
+- For large changes, please open a discussion or issue first.
+
+---
+
+## 🛠 Local Development Setup
+
+1. **Fork & Clone**
+
+   ```bash
+   git clone https://github.com/r4fterman/windowtester.git
+   cd windowtester
+   ```
+2. Run the project
+
+   ```bash
+   mvn clean verify
+   ```
+3. Run the tests
+
+   ```bash
+   mvn clean test
+   ```
+
+## 🧑‍💻 Coding Guidelines
+
+- Follow the code style enforced by our linter (npm run lint).
+- Use descriptive commit messages (e.g., fix: correct typo in readme).
+- Keep pull requests focused — one feature or bugfix per PR.
+
+## Code Style
+
+Thank you for following the style guide and helping us keep the codebase consistent!
+
+### Formatting
+
+- We follow the [Google Java Style Guide](https://google.github.io/styleguide/javaguide.html).
+- Code formatting is fully automated:
+  - The project is configured with [spotless-maven-plugin](https://github.com/diffplug/spotless).
+  - A local `pre-commit` hook runs Spotless automatically. See `scripts/git-hooks/pre-commit`
+- You do **not** need to manually format your code or run additional commands.
+- When you run `git commit`, Spotless will reformat staged Java files if needed.
+- If formatting changes were applied, they are automatically added to the commit before it is
+  finalized.
+
+**Developer Notes**
+
+- Always commit your changes as usual: `git add ... && git commit -m "message"`.
+- If your IDE shows formatting differences, don’t worry – the hook will fix them during commit.
+- Pull requests will only be accepted if they are properly formatted (this is enforced by CI as
+  well).
+
+### Import Rules
+
+- Wildcard imports (e.g., `import java.util.*;`) are **not allowed**.
+- Each class must be imported explicitly, for example:
+
+  ```java
+  // ✅ Allowed
+  import java.util.List;
+  import java.util.Map;
+
+  // ❌ Not allowed
+  import java.util.*;
+  ```
+- This rule is enforced via Checkstyle.
+  If wildcard imports are present, the build will fail.
+
+## 🔄 Pull Request Process
+
+1. Create a new branch for your work:
+
+   ```bash
+   git checkout -b feature/my-new-feature
+   ```
+2. Commit your changes with a clear message.
+3. Push your branch to your fork:
+
+   ```bash
+   git push origin feature/my-new-feature
+   ```
+4. Open a Pull Request against the main branch.
+
+## 🐞 Reporting Bugs
+
+- Use the GitHub Issue Tracker and create a new entry there.
+- Include steps to reproduce, expected behavior, and screenshots if possible.
+
+## 💡 Suggesting Features
+
+- Use the “Feature Request” issue template.
+- Clearly explain why the feature is needed and how it should work.
+
+---
+
+Thanks again for contributing to WindowTester — you help make it better for everyone! 🚀
diff --git a/CONTRIBUTION.md b/CONTRIBUTION.md
diff --git a/LICENSE.md b/LICENSE.md
@@ -1,5 +1,5 @@
 Eclipse Public License - v 1.0
-=============================
+==============================
 
 THE ACCOMPANYING PROGRAM IS PROVIDED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS ECLIPSE PUBLIC LICENSE ("AGREEMENT").
 ANY USE, REPRODUCTION OR DISTRIBUTION OF THE PROGRAM CONSTITUTES RECIPIENT'S ACCEPTANCE OF THIS
@@ -12,14 +12,14 @@ AGREEMENT.
 * **a)** in the case of the initial Contributor, the initial code and documentation distributed
   under this Agreement, and
 * **b)** in the case of each subsequent Contributor:
-    * **i)** changes to the Program, and
-    * **ii)** additions to the Program;
-      where such changes and/or additions to the Program originate from and are distributed by that
-      particular Contributor. A Contribution 'originates' from a Contributor if it was added to the
-      Program by such Contributor itself or anyone acting on such Contributor's behalf.
-      Contributions do not include additions to the Program which: **(i)** are separate modules of
-      software distributed in conjunction with the Program under their own license agreement, and *
-      *(ii)** are not derivative works of the Program.
+  * **i)** changes to the Program, and
+  * **ii)** additions to the Program;
+    where such changes and/or additions to the Program originate from and are distributed by that
+    particular Contributor. A Contribution 'originates' from a Contributor if it was added to the
+    Program by such Contributor itself or anyone acting on such Contributor's behalf.
+    Contributions do not include additions to the Program which: **(i)** are separate modules of
+    software distributed in conjunction with the Program under their own license agreement, and *
+    *(ii)** are not derivative works of the Program.
 
 "Contributor" means any person or entity that distributes the Program.
 
@@ -66,17 +66,17 @@ agreement, provided that:
 
 * **a)** it complies with the terms and conditions of this Agreement; and
 * **b)** its license agreement:
-    * **i)** effectively disclaims on behalf of all Contributors all warranties and conditions,
-      express and implied, including warranties or conditions of title and non-infringement, and
-      implied warranties or conditions of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose;
-    * **ii)** effectively excludes on behalf of all Contributors all liability for damages,
-      including direct, indirect, special, incidental and consequential damages, such as lost
-      profits;
-    * **iii)** states that any provisions which differ from this Agreement are offered by that
-      Contributor alone and not by any other party; and
-    * **iv)** states that source code for the Program is available from such Contributor, and
-      informs licensees how to obtain it in a reasonable manner on or through a medium customarily
-      used for software exchange.
+  * **i)** effectively disclaims on behalf of all Contributors all warranties and conditions,
+    express and implied, including warranties or conditions of title and non-infringement, and
+    implied warranties or conditions of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose;
+  * **ii)** effectively excludes on behalf of all Contributors all liability for damages,
+    including direct, indirect, special, incidental and consequential damages, such as lost
+    profits;
+  * **iii)** states that any provisions which differ from this Agreement are offered by that
+    Contributor alone and not by any other party; and
+  * **iv)** states that source code for the Program is available from such Contributor, and
+    informs licensees how to obtain it in a reasonable manner on or through a medium customarily
+    used for software exchange.
 
 When the Program is made available in source code form:
 

diff --git a/README.md b/README.md
@@ -5,7 +5,8 @@
 ![Static Badge](https://img.shields.io/badge/Java-v17-blue)
 ![Static Badge](https://img.shields.io/badge/Maven-v3.5.4-blue)
 [![License](https://img.shields.io/badge/License-EPL--1.0-green.svg)](LICENSE.md)
-[![Build WindowTester](https://github.com/r4fterman/windowtester/actions/workflows/maven.yml/badge.svg)]( https://github.com/r4fterman/windowtester/actions/workflows/maven.yml)
+[![Build WindowTester](https://github.com/r4fterman/windowtester/actions/workflows/maven.yml/badge.svg)](https://github.com/r4fterman/windowtester/actions/workflows/maven.yml)
+[![codecov](https://codecov.io/gh/r4fterman/windowtester/graph/badge.svg?token=fEDTM853bU)](https://codecov.io/gh/r4fterman/windowtester)
 
 ## Disclaimer
 
@@ -24,7 +25,6 @@ Using `WindowTester Pro`, developers can easily create tests for every GUI they
 The tests generated by `WindowTester Pro` are standard [JUnit](http://junit.org/) tests thus they
 can be run within your IDE, or they can be automated to run using [Maven](http://maven.apache.org/).
 
-
 ## Features
 
 - Write automated UI checks as code in JUnit style
@@ -35,7 +35,7 @@ can be run within your IDE, or they can be automated to run using [Maven](http:/
 
 - JDK 21
 - JUnit 5
- 
+
 Supported platforms:
 
 - Windows
@@ -50,7 +50,7 @@ The runtime library provides base functionality so WindowTester can operate on a
 <dependency>
     <groupId>io.github.r4fterman</groupId>
     <artifactId>com.windowtester.runtime</artifactId>
-    <version>5.13.4</version>
+    <version>6.0.0</version>
 </dependency>
 ```
 
@@ -60,7 +60,7 @@ The runtime library provides base functionality so WindowTester can operate on J
 <dependency>
     <groupId>io.github.r4fterman</groupId>
     <artifactId>com.windowtester.swing.runtime</artifactId>
-    <version>5.13.4</version>
+    <version>6.0.0</version>
 </dependency>
 ```
 
@@ -70,7 +70,7 @@ Abbot provides robot functionality to interact with the UI:
 <dependency>
     <groupId>io.github.r4fterman</groupId>
     <artifactId>abbot</artifactId>
-    <version>5.13.4</version>
+    <version>6.0.0</version>
 </dependency>
 ```
 
@@ -80,10 +80,17 @@ The recorder library provides functionality to record a manual UI interaction an
 <dependency>
     <groupId>io.github.r4fterman</groupId>
     <artifactId>com.windowtester.swing.recorder</artifactId>
-    <version>5.13.4</version>
+    <version>6.0.0</version>
 </dependency>
 ```
 
+## Code Style
+
+This project uses the [Google Java Style Guide](https://google.github.io/styleguide/javaguide.html).  
+Code formatting is automatically applied via [spotless-maven-plugin](https://github.com/diffplug/spotless) in a local `pre-commit` hook.
+
+➡️ Contributors don’t need to run anything manually – whenever you commit, your code will be formatted automatically before being pushed.
+
 ## License
 
-This project is licensed under the [Eclipse License v1.0](LICENSE.md).
+This project is licensed under the [Eclipse License v1.0](LICENSE.md).
diff --git a/SECURITY.md b/SECURITY.md
@@ -4,8 +4,8 @@
 
 Here is an overview of the released version and their support status.
 
-| Version | Supported          | End of Life         |
-| ------- | ------------------ |---------------------|
+| Version |     Supported      |     End of Life     |
+|---------|--------------------|---------------------|
 | 3.x     | :white_check_mark: | Security support    |
 | 4.x     | :white_check_mark: | Security support    |
 | 5.x     | :white_check_mark: | Maintenance support |

diff --git a/abbot/pom.xml b/abbot/pom.xml
@@ -5,7 +5,7 @@
     <parent>
         <groupId>io.github.r4fterman</groupId>
         <artifactId>com.windowtester</artifactId>
-        <version>6.0.0-SNAPSHOT</version>
+        <version>6.0.1-SNAPSHOT</version>
     </parent>
 
     <artifactId>abbot</artifactId>
@@ -23,7 +23,6 @@
         <dependency>
             <groupId>org.junit.platform</groupId>
             <artifactId>junit-platform-suite</artifactId>
-            <version>1.10.1</version>
         </dependency>
 
     <dependency>
@@ -58,6 +57,13 @@
                     </execution>
                 </executions>
             </plugin>
+            <plugin>
+                <groupId>dev.dimlight</groupId>
+                <artifactId>shellcheck-maven-plugin</artifactId>
+                <configuration>
+                    <skip>true</skip>
+                </configuration>
+            </plugin>
         </plugins>
     </build>
 </project>
diff --git a/abbot/src/main/java/abbot/AssertionFailedError.java b/abbot/src/main/java/abbot/AssertionFailedError.java
@@ -13,8 +13,7 @@ public class AssertionFailedError extends RuntimeException {
   private File file;
   private int line;
 
-  public AssertionFailedError() {
-  }
+  public AssertionFailedError() {}
 
   public AssertionFailedError(String msg) {
     super(msg);
@@ -41,6 +40,6 @@ private static String getMessage(String msg, Step step) {
     }
 
     File file = Script.getFile(step);
-    return Strings.get("step.failure", new Object[]{msg, file, line});
+    return Strings.get("step.failure", new Object[] {msg, file, line});
   }
 }