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 * [fork this project](https://github.com/gitpython-developers/GitPython/fork) on GitHub
 * For setting up the environment to run the self tests, look at `.travis.yml`.
-* Add yourself to AUTHORS.md and write your patch. **Write a test that fails unless your patch is present.**
+* Add yourself to AUTHORS and write your patch. **Write a test that fails unless your patch is present.**
 * Initiate a pull request