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 ## Test early, often, and everything
 
-We try to write test cases to validate output (writing tests based on the [supported specifications](https://github.com/markedjs/marked/blob/master/AUTHORS.md#specifications)) and minimize regression (writing tests for issues fixed). Therefore, if you would like to contribute, somethings you should regarding the test harness.
+We try to write test cases to validate output (writing tests based on the [supported specifications](https://github.com/markedjs/marked/blob/master/AUTHORS.md#specifications)) and minimize regression (writing tests for issues fixed). Therefore, if you would like to contribute, some things you should know regarding the test harness.
 
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 <h2 id="contributing">Contributing</h2>
 
-The marked community enjoys a spirit of collaboration and contribution from all comers. Whether you're just getting started with Markdown, JavaScript, and Marked or you're a veteran with it all figured out, we're here to help you improve as a professionally while helping improve Marked technically. Please see our [contributing documentation](https://github.com/markedjs/marked/blob/master/CONTRIBUTING.md) for more details.
+The marked community enjoys a spirit of collaboration and contribution from all comers. Whether you're just getting started with Markdown, JavaScript, and Marked or you're a veteran with it all figured out, we're here to help each other improve as professionals while helping Marked improve technically. Please see our [contributing documentation](https://github.com/markedjs/marked/blob/master/CONTRIBUTING.md) for more details.
 
 For our Contribution License Agreement, see our [license](https://github.com/markedjs/marked/blob/master/LICENSE.md).