Mailinglist Archive: opensuse-project (265 mails)

[Juergen Weigert <jw@xxxxxxx>]

>         As I read through the draft two questions came to mind. The sad fact of the 
> matter is that several (a limited few) of the "members" of the opensuse 
> community participating with this project are rather foul-mouthed obnoxious 
> barbarians. (not at all the friendly folks described in the Guiding 
> Principles). I am finding it difficult to believe that the Novell corporation 
> is tolerating the foul demeanor of those participants if in fact they are 
> Novell employees. If they are not Novell employees, then why not moderate the 
> language and attitudes of participants according to the Guiding Principles?  
> I trust that this is one of the overall goals for the Guiding Principles.  
> The second concern is that this document should contain a section which 
> spells out the communication channels, netiquette, terms of use (and so 
> forth), so that there is no ambiguity regarding operational protocol. This 
> should also include proper forms of mutual respect including language, 
> personal attack, name-calling and the like.  

Netiquette and proper forms are valid points.

> I realize that that level of detail probably goes "beyond" guiding principles; 

Not entirly beyond the scope. The guiding principles address this
issue in considerable length:

] We value respect for other persons and their contributions, for other
] opinions and beliefs. We listen to arguments and address problems in a
] constructive and open way. We believe that a diverse community based on
] mutual respect is the base for a creative and productive environment
] enabling the project to be truly successfull. We don't tolerate social
] discrimination and aim at creating an environment where people feel
] accepted and safe from offenses.

I believe this to be adequate language.
Barbarism (amongst others) need not be explicitly adressed here.

        cheers,
                Jw.

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