From f4f2a1223ae72b28d332f803ae14beeb0cd0f563 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Daniel Gurney Date: Tue, 30 Dec 2025 19:16:39 +0200 Subject: [PATCH] Refine CoC Change some wording to fit GitHub better, as the initial commit was just a copy from Discord --- CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md | 30 ++++++++++++++++-------------- 1 file changed, 16 insertions(+), 14 deletions(-) diff --git a/CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md b/CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md index 56384bfda..3975e1df6 100644 --- a/CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md +++ b/CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md @@ -1,28 +1,30 @@ -**1. No illegal activity or Discord or GitHub ToS violations** +# Code of Conduct +In order for everyone to enjoy their time contributing to 86Box or otherwise being a part of the community, we kindly ask you to review and follow the below rules. + +## 1. No illegal activity or GitHub ToS violations - 1.1. Do not distribute malware for non-research purposes. Post samples in a clearly named encrypted archive. - 1.2. Posting old software is allowed if at least 10 years old and out of support. - 1.3. Do not join while being under the age of 13. -- 1.4. Do not post NSFW content (defined at the staff's discretion). +- 1.4. Do not post NSFW content (defined at the team's discretion). - 1.5. Do not do anything forbidden by the law or the Discord or GitHub Terms of Service. -**2. No offensive or disruptive behavior or harassment** -- 2.1. No gate-keeping. We aim to accommodate and welcome people of all different opinions and knowledge levels to this server. +## 2. No offensive or disruptive behavior or harassment +- 2.1. No gate-keeping. We aim to accommodate and welcome people of all different opinions and knowledge levels to this community. - 2.2. You may speak any language but provide a summary in English so that we can understand what you are saying and use English when requested. -- 2.3. Do not retroactively delete messages or do major edits. +- 2.3. Do not retroactively delete messages or do major edits unless you posted something by mistake. - 2.4. Do not antagonize, defame, demean, blackmail, impersonate, dox others, bring outside drama, use intentionally offensive profile aspects, or otherwise post messages to start a fight (eg. platform wars). Discuss or debate the idea, not the person. -- 2.5. Do not backseat moderate, spam, flood, unsolicitedly ping people, advertise without staff permission, or evade server bans. -- 2.6. Do not speak on behalf of the project unless you are a project member (staff role or higher). This includes all messages which could reasonably be understood as being an official position. Ask a staff member if you're unsure about your message. -- 2.7. Do not block essential communications, including Staff or the Owner. -- 2.8. Do not engage in political discussions. (Formerly Rule 8) -- 2.9. Decisions by higher-ranked users supersede those by lower-ranked users. This applies to moderation **and** emulator development. The rank will be proportional to the accrued contribution. Seniority must be earned. +- 2.5. Do not backseat moderate, spam, flood, unsolicitedly ping people, advertise without permission, or evade blocks. +- 2.6. Do not speak on behalf of the project unless you are a team member. This includes all messages which could reasonably be understood as being an official position. Ask a team member if you're unsure about your message. +- 2.7. Do not engage in political discussions. +- 2.8. Decisions by higher-ranked users supersede those by lower-ranked users. -**3. Moderation and appeal protocol** -- 3.1. Rule violations are punished at the staff's discretion, taking all circumstances into account. +## 3. Moderation and appeal protocol +- 3.1. Rule violations are punished at the team's discretion, taking all circumstances into account. - 3.2. Rules enforcement must be equal, impartial, and not retroactive or politically motivated. - 3.3. Everyone is innocent until proven guilty. -- 3.4. Unless there is an emergency, urgent action is otherwise warranted, or a user has joined with the express purpose of violating our rules, staff shall deliberate before taking action in order to reach consensus and avoid staff conflicts. +- 3.4. Unless there is an emergency, urgent action is otherwise warranted, or a user is participating with the express purpose of violating our rules, the team shall deliberate before taking action in order to reach consensus and avoid team conflicts. -**4. Do not insist on requests or suggestions** +## 4. Do not insist on requests or suggestions - 4.1. You may politely request something from us; if rejected, you are going to be told why and what to do to have it reconsidered. - 4.2. Follow the contribution requirements listed on the GitHub readme. - 4.3. Follow proper procedure (eg. for pull requests or bug reports).