diff --git a/legal/coc.rst b/legal/coc.rst new file mode 100644 index 000000000..853481dfd --- /dev/null +++ b/legal/coc.rst @@ -0,0 +1,101 @@ +.. _list_code_of_conduct: + +==================================== +Odoo Mailing Lists - Code of Conduct +==================================== + +.. note:: Version 1 - Last revision: Novembre 16, 2017. + +Introduction +============ + +The Odoo community lists are for enthusiast users, partners and developers who +want to have constructive discussions about Odoo. As the lists have thousands +of subscribers, this code of conduct aims to ensure a quality discussion for +everyone. + +These lists are not systematically reviewed by Odoo staff - while you will see +responses from staff members from time to time, there are other paid support +channels available if you require an official response. + +.. _strive_to: + +We Strive To +============ + +1. Be friendly and patient + + * If someone asks for help it is because they need it. Politely suggest + specific documentation or more appropriate venues where appropriate. + Avoid aggressive or vague responses. + * We all want to live in a positive and friendly environment. Negative + behaviors and non-constructive criticisms are not allowed. + +2. Be civil and considerate + + * Disagreement is no excuse for poor conduct or personal attacks. A + community where people feel uncomfortable is not a productive one. + +3. Assume good faith + + * Remember that technical questions may be very complex. If you disagree, + please do so politely, by disputing factual premises rather than by + attacking individuals. + * If something seems outrageous, check that you did not misinterpret it. + Ask for clarification, rather than assuming the worst. + +4. Respect time and attention + + * List members are busy people. So, we value concision and clarity. Emails + that are brief and to the point take more time to write, but are repaid + many times over when other members of the list make the same effort. + * Avoid talking about the same topics several times, or hijacking other's + threads. + * Provide extra valuable information or a question in every reply. (e.g. + avoid just “Thank you” or “+1” emails) + +5. Respect the topics + + * Conversations should remain focused and on-topic. If you must change the + topic, start a new thread by changing the topic line of your emails. + Avoid flooding the list with long threads by reading the entire thread + first, instead of responding quickly to many emails in a short period of + time. + * You can not use these mailing lists to advertise your services, + commercial offers or discuss software other than Odoo. New modules and + features can be announced on the “Announcements” mailing list only. + * Don't use the list to report copyright or licenses infringements, report + issues to abus@odoo.com instead. + +6. Don't feed the trolls + + * Don't get involved in flame wars. Neither post nor respond to incendiary + material. + * If you should find yourself in a disagreement with one person, make your + responses to each other over email rather than continue to send messages + to the list or the group. + * Avoid sending messages or posting articles which are no more than + gratuitous replies to replies. + +.. _list_enforcement: + +Enforcement +=========== + +Experienced members of the Odoo community comply with this code, not because of +the existence of the code, but because they have long experience participating +in communities where the conduct described above is normal and expected. +However, failure to observe the code may be grounds for reprimand, probation, +or removal from the lists. + +If you have concerns about someone’s conduct: +Direct contact: it is always appropriate to email a list member, mention that +you think their behavior was out of line, and (if necessary) point them to this +document. +Moderators: You can reach the list moderators through community-mods@odoo.com + + +This policy was inspired by + +* https://opensource.org/codeofconduct/licensing +* https://www.ietf.org/rfc/rfc1855.txt