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Code of Conduct for CEQUEAU Development

Our Commitment

We, the CEQUEAU development community, are committed to building high-quality, sustainable hydrological modeling software through collaborative development and transparent practices. This Code of Conduct establishes clear standards for professional behavior and technical integrity that all participants must uphold.

Code Quality and Technical Integrity

All contributors must:

  • Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code
  • Properly test code contributions and verify functionality before submission
  • Follow established coding standards and architectural patterns
  • Document design decisions and technical implementations thoroughly
  • Maintain comprehensive version control practices
  • Subject all code modifications to appropriate testing and validation

Development Standards

The CEQUEAU development community demands:

  • Clear, precise, and well-structured code implementations
  • Constructive code reviews focused on technical content rather than attacking individuals
  • Prompt resolution of identified bugs and technical issues
  • Respect for code ownership while encouraging collaborative improvement
  • Adherence to established software engineering best practices
  • Regular participation in code reviews and knowledge sharing

Inclusive Technical Collaboration

Software advancement requires diverse perspectives. Therefore, contributors must:

  • Evaluate all code contributions based solely on their technical merit
  • Actively mentor developers with varying levels of expertise
  • Support internationalization and localization where feasible
  • Provide thorough documentation to accommodate different levels of technical expertise
  • Recognize that programming styles may vary and focus on functionality and performance

Unacceptable Behavior

The following actions will not be tolerated:

  • Introduction of malicious code or security vulnerabilities
  • Copying code without proper attribution or license compliance
  • Deliberate obstruction of software development progress
  • Discrimination based on technical background, programming language preference, or any protected characteristic
  • Harassment or personal attacks in technical discussions
  • Violations of confidentiality regarding proprietary development aspects

Enforcement

Violations of this Code of Conduct will be addressed through:

  1. Initial notification to the party regarding the specific violation
  2. Review by project maintainers with appropriate technical expertise
  3. Implementation of proportionate consequences, which may include:
  4. Required correction of code issues
  5. Temporary restriction from specific project repositories
  6. Permanent removal from the project

Reporting

Suspected violations should be reported promptly to project maintainers with: - Specific details of the incident - Supporting evidence (code examples, logs, etc.) - Relevant technical context

All reports will be handled with appropriate confidentiality while ensuring project integrity.

Scope

This Code applies to all technical spaces associated with CEQUEAU, including but not limited to code repositories, documentation, issue trackers, code reviews, pull requests, and technical communications.

Adaptation

This Code of Conduct will evolve as the project and community needs develop. Proposed modifications will undergo review by the core development team to ensure continued relevance and effectiveness.

By participating in the CEQUEAU project, you affirm your commitment to these principles and your willingness to uphold the development standards described herein.