Welcome to the Hacktoberfest Virtual Hackathon hosted by GDSC MBU! We are excited to have you as part of our community and look forward to your contributions. To ensure that this event is enjoyable and inclusive for everyone, we have established this Code of Conduct that we expect all participants to follow.
We are committed to fostering a friendly, respectful, and open community. We aim to create an environment where every participant feels safe and valued, regardless of their background, experience, or identity.
Participants are expected to:
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Be Respectful: Treat all participants with respect and courtesy. Do not engage in any form of harassment, discrimination, or bullying.
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Be Inclusive: Encourage and support diversity of thought, ideas, and backgrounds. Be inclusive and welcoming to all, regardless of their background, experience, or identity.
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Be Collaborative: Foster a spirit of collaboration and teamwork. Work together, help each other, and share knowledge generously.
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Follow the Hacktoberfest Rules: If you're participating in Hacktoberfest, ensure that your contributions meet the Hacktoberfest guidelines.
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Respect Project Maintainers: Understand that project maintainers have the final say over contributions. Be responsive to their feedback and guidance.
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Provide Constructive Feedback: When giving feedback, be constructive and helpful. Avoid personal attacks or negative comments.
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Use Appropriate Language: Do not use offensive or inappropriate language. Be mindful of your communication.
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Respect Privacy: Do not share personal or sensitive information of others without their consent.
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Ask for Help: If you are unsure about anything, don't hesitate to ask for help from other participants or organizers.
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Report Violations: If you witness or experience any violations of this Code of Conduct, please report them to the event organizers immediately.
The following behaviors are considered unacceptable and will not be tolerated:
- Harassment, discrimination, or bullying of any form.
- Hate speech or offensive comments related to race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or other factors.
- Intentional disruption of the event or online discussions.
- Doxing or sharing personal information without consent.
- Unsolicited commercial messages or spam.
- Any other behavior that violates this Code of Conduct.
Participants who violate this Code of Conduct will be subject to appropriate actions, which may include:
- Verbal or written warnings.
- Temporary or permanent expulsion from the event.
- Reporting to relevant authorities if necessary.
We, the organizers, have the final say on the enforcement of this Code of Conduct.
If you experience or witness any violations of this Code of Conduct, please contact the event organizers immediately through the designated channels. All reports will be kept confidential.
We believe that by following this Code of Conduct, we can create a positive and inclusive community for everyone to enjoy and learn. We encourage all participants to abide by these guidelines and make the Hacktoberfest Virtual Hackathon a welcoming and successful event.
Thank you for your participation and contributions to our community!