The OpenHVAC Community Guidelines
Welcome to The OpenHVAC Community. As a hub for innovation in the HVAC industry, our community is dedicated to the open-source movement. Joining us means agreeing to uphold a respectful, productive, and legally compliant atmosphere.
Community Principles
- Respect and Inclusivity: We celebrate diversity and insist on respect for all members, regardless of background or perspective.
- Collaboration and Sharing: Our strength lies in sharing knowledge and resources openly and collaboratively.
- Integrity and Honesty: Be transparent and honest, particularly regarding project commercialization.
- Constructive Feedback: Strive for continuous improvement through giving and receiving constructive feedback while avoiding inconsiderate criticism.
- Compliance with Open Source Licenses: Respect open-source licensing agreements in all projects and technologies.
Explicit Community Rules
- Relevant and Informative Content: All contributions should be relevant to HVAC, building science, and open-source technology.
- Zero Tolerance for Discrimination: No form of discrimination will be tolerated. This includes language or actions based on race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, or any other protected status.
- Plagiarism is Prohibited: Respect intellectual property rights. Always attribute original creators and avoid presenting others’ work as your own.
- Transparent Commercial Activities: Any commercialization must be ethical, transparent, and compliant with open-source licensing.
- Conflict Resolution: Engage in constructive dialogue to resolve conflicts. Escalate unresolved issues to moderators.
- Privacy Must Be Respected: Do not disclose any personal or confidential information without explicit permission.
- No Spam: Refrain from spamming the community with irrelevant links, advertisements, or redundant content.
- Legal Compliance: Adhere to all relevant laws, particularly those concerning intellectual property, data privacy, and commercial transactions.
- Disruption: Attempting to disrupt the normal function of this community or certain projects via loopholes in design or function will lead to penalties and possible expulsion.
Moderation and Enforcement
- Role of Moderators: Our moderators enforce the guidelines and handle reported violations.
- Moderator Discretion: Mods cannot possibly list every scenario that may occur in the rules and guidelines, so moderator discretion will be required in certain cases.
- Penalties for Violations: Depending on the severity, consequences may include warnings, temporary suspensions, or permanent bans.
- Reporting Protocol: Report any violations to the moderators for appropriate action.
Joining the Discord Server
- Discord Engagement: Our Discord server offers real-time interactions. The same guidelines apply.
- Channel Usage: Use designated channels for relevant topics to maintain order and relevancy.
Conclusion
Your commitment to these guidelines and rules is crucial for maintaining a positive, productive environment in The OpenHVAC Community. We appreciate your participation and look forward to your contributions to the HVAC industry through open-source collaboration.