A charter for successful community software development. This central document details the team's processes, standards, schedules, and structure. It'll serve as the unified reference for our approach to coordinating and executing software projects.
The journey from a scattered idea to a successful implementation is riddled with challenges. Just as it's hard to herd cats, guiding a diverse team of passionate individuals towards building coherent and effective software can be even more daunting. A structured approach doesn't just bring order to chaos; it aligns our collective energy, ensuring that every member is rowing in the same direction and amplifying our potential.
At the heart of our endeavors is our community. Our aim is to consistently provide value by creating tools that aren’t just effective but are specially designed to cater to the unique needs and nuances of our community. By embracing the open-source ethos, we not only invite transparency but also encourage every community member to play an active role. Everyone should feel empowered to contribute, provide insights, and shape the tools that we build. Our ultimate objective? To collectively drive our community towards success.
Our strategy is rooted in organization and clarity. This repository is more than just a digital space; it's the backbone of our mission. By housing key resources, guidelines, and documents here, we ensure that every team member has access to a clear roadmap. It's not just about maintaining items; it's about fostering an environment where collaboration thrives. Here, every idea finds its footing, every challenge is addressed head-on, and our collective goals are translated into actionable tasks.
| Deliverable | Description |
|---|---|
| Current Goals and Objectives | Outlined and approved by the steering committee to ensure alignment with the broader vision. |
| List of Current Projects | Regularly updated to provide a snapshot of ongoing efforts and initiatives. |
| New Project Proposal Review | A systematic approach to vetting and incorporating new project ideas, ensuring alignment with our objectives. |
| Change Management for Projects | Processes in place to ensure modifications to existing projects are done thoughtfully and in alignment with our standards. |
| Key Roles & Responsibilities | Defined to bring clarity to individual and group expectations and ensure smooth operations. |
| Contribution Guidelines | Framed to encourage and facilitate seamless contributions from both internal team members and the wider community. |
| Community Onboarding Process | Designed to welcome, educate, and integrate new community members, ensuring they feel valued and informed. |
| Monthly Events Schedule | A pre-defined calendar for team synchronizations, fostering regular communication and collaboration. |
| Event Agenda Records | Maintained to provide transparency, accountability, and historical context for our meetings and decisions. |
Through these deliverables, we aim to bring our goals to fruition, harnessing the collective power of our community for the benefit of all.
In our journey towards achieving excellence, our goals and objectives stand as guiding stars. They provide direction, ensuring that every effort aligns with the organization's broader vision. In this section, we enumerate the aims that drive our endeavors, fueling our passion and commitment.
draft: add a list of high level goals (problem statements) as published by guild officers. then, they are further broken down into objectives (features) as published by the dev team
Transparency is key to collaborative success. In this section, we provide a snapshot of our ongoing initiatives, offering insights into the breadth and depth of our endeavors. Each project is a testament to our commitment, and here we shine a light on our current focal points.
title, purpose, and maintainers for each project with a link to the repo
Innovation is the lifeblood of progress. To harness the fresh ideas our community brings, we've established a systematic approach to vet and integrate new project proposals. This section delves into the pathway from ideation to execution, ensuring alignment with our collective objectives.
should cover the process to submit a proposal and how the officer and dev team accept or put it on hold. should have a list of proposed, accepted, active maintenance, and archived. should it be a static list or a project board?
As we evolve, so do our projects. To ensure that modifications enhance rather than disrupt, we've laid out a clear procedure for change management. Here, we guide you through the steps to propose, review, and implement changes, always keeping our standards at the forefront.
high level overview of the entire process, should be writted for ease of use and understanding. github projects should be the focal point for everything
A well-defined team structure ensures efficiency and clarity. By delineating roles and responsibilities, we ensure every member knows their part, empowering them to perform at their best. This section lays out the roles within our team and the duties they encompass, paving the way for smooth operations.
project roles, officers, devs, what other roles?
Every voice in our community has the potential to make a significant impact. Our contribution guidelines exist to st 76D8 reamline the process, allowing for clear and constructive input from all members. Here, we walk you through the steps to make meaningful contributions to our shared mission.
This section is a set of guidelines to help you contribute to the projects.
staff rules equivalent... formatting, commit and pr templates
Before you begin, ensure you have the following software installed:
- Git
- Node.js (for JavaScript-based projects)
- [Any other specific software]
- Fork the repository.
- Clone your forked repository:
git clone YOUR-FORKED-REPO-URL - Navigate to the project directory:
cd project-name - Install dependencies:
npm install(for JavaScript-based projects)
- Create a new branch for your feature or bugfix:
git checkout -b your-branch-name - Make your changes.
- Commit your changes with a meaningful commit message.
- Push your changes to your forked repository.
- Open a pull request against the main repository.
- Follow the coding standards and style guidelines.
- Write meaningful commit messages.
- Add tests for your changes to ensure stability.
- Update documentation as necessary.
When submitting a new issue, please follow the provided template. Provide as much detail as possible to help the maintainers understand and reproduce the issue.
Once you submit a pull request, it will be reviewed by the maintainers. Feedback may be provided, and changes may be requested. Once your pull request is approved, it will be merged into the main codebase.
All contributors will be recognized in our README. Thank you for your contributions!
For any questions or discussions, please join our Discord and ask questions in the #kittendev-chat channel.
Regular communication fosters cohesion and collaboration. Our monthly events are platforms for dialogue, updates, and brainstorming. This section lays out our calendar of events, ensuring that every member stays connected and informed.
rough cut of the key scheduled events. what are they and how often? what is the trigger criteria?