Code of Conduct

Introduction

We are committed to providing a friendly, safe, and welcoming environment for everyone involved in the Instruo project. This Code of Conduct outlines our expectations for participant behavior as well as the consequences for unacceptable conduct.

Our Pledge

In the interest of fostering an open and inclusive community, we pledge to make participation in our project and community a harassment-free experience for everyone, regardless of:

• Age
• Body size
• Disability
• Ethnicity
• Gender identity and expression
• Level of experience
• Nationality
• Personal appearance
• Race
• Religion
• Sexual identity and orientation

Expected Behavior

All participants in our community are expected to:

• Be Respectful: Show empathy and kindness towards others.
• Be Considerate: Remember that your actions and words affect others.
• Be Collaborative: Work together to achieve common goals.
• Communicate Effectively: Use clear and constructive language.
• Demonstrate Professionalism: Act professionally and take responsibility for your actions.

Unacceptable Behavior

The following behaviors are considered unacceptable within our community:

• Harassment and Discrimination: Including derogatory comments, slurs, or unwanted sexual attention.
• Abuse and Threats: Any form of verbal or written abuse, intimidation, or threats.
• Trolling and Insults: Provocative or insulting remarks intended to disrupt conversations.
• Disrespectful Communication: Including excessive profanity, shouting (using all caps), or interrupting others.
• Personal Attacks: Targeting an individual with the intent to harass or belittle.

Reporting Guidelines

If you experience or witness unacceptable behavior, or have any other concerns, please report it as soon as possible by contacting the project maintainers on our Discord server:

Instruo Discord Server

When reporting an incident, please include:

• Your Contact Information: Your Discord username or any preferred method of contact.
• Names of Those Involved: Real names or usernames of the individuals involved.
• Description of the Incident: A clear and concise account of what happened.
• Supporting Evidence: Any relevant messages, screenshots, or context that can help us understand the situation.

All reports will be handled confidentially.

Enforcement

Project maintainers are responsible for ensuring compliance with this Code of Conduct and will take appropriate action in response to any behavior that is deemed unacceptable. Actions may include:

• A private warning to the offender.
• Temporary or permanent ban from participation in the project and Discord server.
• Removal of contributions that violate the Code of Conduct.

Scope

This Code of Conduct applies to all project spaces, including but not limited to:

• GitHub repositories
• Issue trackers
• Pull requests
• Project-related forums and chat channels
• Social media interactions pertaining to the project
• The official Instruo Discord server

It also applies when an individual is representing the project or its community in public spaces.

Appeal Process

Any individual who is subjected to disciplinary action has the right to appeal the decision by contacting the project maintainers through the Discord server within one week of the action. The appeal will be reviewed, and a final decision will be communicated.

Privacy

All reports of unacceptable behavior will be handled with discretion. We will respect the privacy of the reporter and the accused.

Acknowledgments

We thank all contributors and community members for helping to create a positive environment. This Code of Conduct is adapted from best practices and guidelines used in open-source communities.

Contact Information

For questions or concerns about this Code of Conduct, please contact the project maintainers on our Discord server:

Instruo Discord Server