Average Calculator Script - Hacktoberfest 2024 Welcome to the Average Calculator Script project! This is a simple Python script designed to calculate the average of a list of numbers. It has been purposefully created with some issues to encourage contributions for Hacktoberfest 2024. Description This Python script defines a function get_average that calculates the average of a list of numbers. It iterates through the list, sums the values, and then divides the total by the number of elements in the list. The script includes test cases to demonstrate its functionality. Issues to Address We are looking for contributors to help improve the script by addressing the following issues: Division by Zero: The script currently does not handle empty lists, which results in a division by zero error. Inefficient Looping: The use of range(len(numbers)) for iteration can be optimized. Unnecessary Initializations: There are opportunities to streamline the code by removing unnecessary initializations. Lack of Input Validation: The script does not validate the input list to ensure it contains numeric values. Contribution Guidelines We welcome contributions from everyone, especially first-time contributors! Here's how you can help: Fork the Repository: Create a fork of this repository. Clone the Repository: Clone your fork to your local machine. Create a New Branch: Create a new branch for your feature or bug fix. Make Changes: Implement your changes and test thoroughly. Submit a Pull Request: Submit a pull request with a clear description of your changes and why they improve the script. Getting Started To run the script, simply execute the following command in your terminal: sh python average_calculator.py License This project is open-source and available under the MIT License. Contact For any questions or issues, feel free to open an issue in the GitHub repository or contact the project maintainer. Happy contributing, and welcome to Hacktoberfest 2024! 🌟 Hope that helps! Ready to get some contributors onboard?