Part 3: Team Membership & Conduct - ApertureViewer/Aperture-Opertations-Manual GitHub Wiki

Part 3: Team Membership & Conduct of the Aperture Operating Manual (AOM) details the essential framework for how individuals become part of the Aperture Viewer team, the expectations and commitments that come with membership, and the guidelines that govern our interactions and operational integrity. This section is crucial for fostering a cohesive, respectful, and productive environment dedicated to achieving the project's ambitious goals.

Within this part, you will find comprehensive information on:

  1. General Principles of Team Membership (Section 6.0):

    • The foundational expectations for all team members regarding project ethos, community values, and adherence to policies.

  2. Philosophy on Team Growth (Section 6.1):

    • The project's approach to expanding the team, emphasizing value alignment, skill, collaborative spirit, and organic growth.

  3. Application and Accession Process for New Team Members (Section 6.2):

    • The step-by-step process for joining the team, from expressing interest to formal application, review, and the crucial unanimous consent/no objection accession by existing leadership.
    • Includes the Team Application Form template (Appendix C).

  4. Onboarding Process & Requirements (Section 6.3):

    • The mandatory steps new team members must complete, including AOM review, signing agreements, and setup for project tools.
    • Includes the New Team Member Onboarding Checklist template (Appendix D).

  5. Required Agreements & Commitments (Section 7.0):

    • An overview of the key documents all team members must agree to:
      • Code of Conduct (CoC) (Full text in Appendix E)
      • Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) (Template in Appendix F)
      • Contributor License Agreement (CLA) (Template in Appendix K)
      • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Statement (Full text in Appendix G)
      • Role-Specific Agreements.

  6. Team Communication & Collaboration (Section 8.0):

    • Designation of official communication channels.
    • Guidelines for internal team communication, collaboration principles, and general conduct when representing Aperture Viewer.

  7. Offboarding & Departure from the Team (Section 9.0):

    • Procedures for voluntary departure and, in rare cases, termination of team membership, ensuring professionalism and project stability.

This part is vital for anyone currently on the team or considering joining, as it clearly defines the standards of conduct, the processes for integration, and the commitments necessary to be an effective and valued member of the Aperture Viewer project.