Docs: Add comprehensive contributing guide and update README

- Add CONTRIBUTING.md with full development workflow documentation
- Document branch naming conventions (feature/, docs/, fix/, etc.)
- Add documentation standards and guidelines
- Establish PR process and review criteria
- Update README.md Contributing section to reference new guide
- Prepare foundation for documentation restructuring work

README.md

@@ -459,13 +459,22 @@ For issues or questions:
 
 ## Contributing
 
-Contributions are welcome! Please:
+Contributions are welcome! Please see [CONTRIBUTING.md](CONTRIBUTING.md) for detailed guidelines on:
 
+- Development workflow
+- Branch management
+- Documentation standards
+- Code quality requirements
+- Pull request process
+
+**Quick Start:**
 1. Fork the repository
-2. Create a feature branch
+2. Create a feature branch: `git checkout -b feature/your-feature-name`
 3. Make your changes and test thoroughly
 4. Submit a pull request with a clear description
 
+For full details, see [CONTRIBUTING.md](CONTRIBUTING.md).
+
 ## Authors
 
 - Ryan Parmeter ([@parkingmeter](https://git.parkingmeter.info/parkingmeter))