diff --git a/CONTRIBUTING.md b/CONTRIBUTING.md
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..32b98b3
--- /dev/null
+++ b/CONTRIBUTING.md
@@ -0,0 +1,74 @@
+# Reporting Issues
+
+## MCEdit 2 is currently in pre-alpha. ONLY report issues where MCEdit does not start at all.
+
+**Before** submitting an issue, read [Reporting Issues](https://github.com/mcedit/mcedit/wiki/Reporting-Issues) and be sure to include all of the required info in your description:
+
+* **Steps to Reproduce** - Step by step, tell us exactly which buttons to click on, text to enter, and keys to press that lead you to discover the problem.
+* **MCEdit Version Number** - Found in the title bar of the main window.
+* **Minecraft Version Number** - You should already know how to find this. Also include a list of the mods you are using.
+* **Operating System Version** - At the very least, say whether you are on Windows, Mac, or Linux. To get a more exact version (e.g. "Windows Vista SP1 64-bit", "Mac OS X 10.6.4"):
+ + Windows: click Start, then right-click Computer and choose "Properties".
+ + Mac OS X: Choose "About This Mac" from the Apple menu.
+ + Linux: See your distro's documentation to find out how to get the version number.
+ + An animal is not a version number.<br><br>
+
+* **Error log** - If MCEdit tells you it had an error, there will be vital information inside the console window and/or error log file. On Windows, this is the file `mcedit.log` inside the `MCEdit-<version>-<platform>` folder. Use [pastebin](http://pastebin.com/) or [gist](https://gist.github.com/) for logs longer than a dozen lines. On Mac OS X, error info can be copied from the Console utility. (`mcedit.log` is also present on OS X, though it's buried deep inside the application bundle.) On Linux, the error log will be shown on the terminal you started MCEdit from.
+
+
+The issue tracker is the preferred channel for [bug reports](#bugs),
+[features requests](#features) and [submitting pull
+requests](#pull-requests), but please respect the following restrictions:
+
+* Please **do not** use the issue tracker for personal support requests (use the thread on the Minecraft forums or the official MCEdit forums (not yet available)). Asking for help is a personal support request.
+
+<a name="bugs"></a>
+## Bug reports
+
+A bug is a _demonstrable problem_ when using MCEdit itself, or when loading a MCEdit-modified world into a vanilla Minecraft game. Modified versions of Minecraft are not officially supported.
+Good bug reports are extremely helpful - thank you!
+
+Guidelines for bug reports:
+
+1. **Use the GitHub issue search** &mdash; check if the issue has already been
+   reported. The search box is right next to the "New Issue" button.
+
+2. **Check if the issue has been fixed** &mdash; try to reproduce it using the
+   latest development builds from http://www.mcedit.net/
+
+
+A good bug report shouldn't leave others needing to chase you up for more
+information. Please try to be as detailed as possible in your report. What steps will reproduce the issue? What OS and Minecraft versions
+experience the problem? What would you expect to be the outcome? If you use mods, have you tried a vanilla Minecraft install to confirm the problem is not mod-related? All these
+details will help people to fix any potential bugs.
+
+Example:
+
+> Short and descriptive example bug report title
+>
+> Minecraft version(s):
+> MCEdit version(s):
+> Operating system(s):
+> Mods installed:
+>
+> A summary of the issue. If suitable, include the steps required to reproduce the bug.
+>
+> 1. This is the first step
+> 2. This is the second step
+> 3. Further steps, etc.
+>
+> Any other information you want to share that is relevant to the issue being
+> reported. This might include the lines of code that you have identified as
+> causing the bug, and potential solutions (and your opinions on their
+> merits).
+
+
+<a name="features"></a>
+## Feature requests
+
+Feature requests are welcome. But take a moment to find out whether your idea
+fits with the scope and aims of the project. It's up to *you* to make a strong
+case to convince the project's developers of the merits of this feature. Please
+provide as much detail and context as possible.
+
+## Contributing
diff --git a/LICENSE.txt b/LICENSE.txt
index b383aeb..7f4c95d 100644
--- a/LICENSE.txt
+++ b/LICENSE.txt
@@ -1,4 +1,4 @@
-Copyright (c) 2010-2013, David Rio Vierra
+Copyright (c) 2010-2015, David Rio Vierra
 All rights reserved.
 
 Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met:
@@ -9,4 +9,4 @@ Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification,
 
   Neither the name of the MCEdit project nor the names of its contributors may be used to endorse or promote products derived from this software without specific prior written permission.
 
-THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND CONTRIBUTORS "AS IS" AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE COPYRIGHT HOLDER OR CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE.
\ No newline at end of file
+THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND CONTRIBUTORS "AS IS" AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE COPYRIGHT HOLDER OR CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE.
diff --git a/README.md b/README.md
new file mode 100644
index 0000000..f3e014e
--- /dev/null
+++ b/README.md
@@ -0,0 +1,5 @@
+# MCEdit 2.0
+
+MCEdit 2.0 is currently in pre-alpha.
+
+TODO: write the readme.
diff --git a/notes/todo.txt b/notes/todo.txt
index bf13974..1b7b662 100644
--- a/notes/todo.txt
+++ b/notes/todo.txt
@@ -1,5 +1,10 @@
 
-update lighting!!!!!
+update lighting (halfway there)
+
+find or create a release framework
+$ (cd dist; rm mcedit2-tech-demo.exe; mkdir mcedit2-tech-demo; mv mcedit2.exe mcedit2-tech-demo/; /c/Program\ Files/7-Zip/7z a -sfx7z.sfx mcedit2-tech-demo.exe mcedit2-tech-demo -m0=Copy)
+
+exclude assets_raw from pyinstaller
 
 add a way to resize the selection box when the iso view is head-on with a face
 disjoint selections (halfway there, just need UI)
diff --git a/src/mcedit2/worldview/cutaway.py b/src/mcedit2/worldview/cutaway.py
index 38abc22..83fa4b0 100644
--- a/src/mcedit2/worldview/cutaway.py
+++ b/src/mcedit2/worldview/cutaway.py
@@ -277,7 +277,7 @@ class CutawaySliceWheelAction(ViewMouseAction):
         delta = event.delta()
         if delta == 0:
             return
-        
+
         p = list(event.view.centerPoint)
         p[event.view.dim] += delta / abs(delta)
 
diff --git a/src/mceditlib/anvil/adapter.py b/src/mceditlib/anvil/adapter.py
index 22aeeb1..f8f75af 100644
--- a/src/mceditlib/anvil/adapter.py
+++ b/src/mceditlib/anvil/adapter.py
@@ -391,6 +391,7 @@ class AnvilWorldAdapter(object):
         :type filename: str or unicode
         :type create: bool
         :type readonly: bool
+        :rtype: AnvilWorldAdapter
         """
         self.lockTime = 0
 
diff --git a/src/mceditlib/nbtattr.py b/src/mceditlib/nbtattr.py
index b3600db..6992e2e 100644
--- a/src/mceditlib/nbtattr.py
+++ b/src/mceditlib/nbtattr.py
@@ -79,6 +79,13 @@ class NBTListAttr(object):
 
 class CompoundAttrs(object):
     def __init__(self, rootTag):
+        """
+
+        :param rootTag:
+        :type rootTag: nbt.TAG_Compound
+        :return:
+        :rtype:
+        """
         super(CompoundAttrs, self).__init__()
         self.rootTag = rootTag
         # xxx parent instance.dirty
diff --git a/src/mceditlib/worldeditor.py b/src/mceditlib/worldeditor.py
index b599c7c..1bd6029 100644
--- a/src/mceditlib/worldeditor.py
+++ b/src/mceditlib/worldeditor.py
@@ -489,7 +489,7 @@ class WorldEditor(object):
             self.dimensions[dimName] = dim
         return dim
 
-class WorldEditorDimension():
+class WorldEditorDimension(object):
     def __init__(self, worldEditor, dimName):
         self.worldEditor = worldEditor
         self.adapter = worldEditor.adapter