Community Guidelines

1. Overview and Scope

1.1 Covered Platforms

These community guidelines apply to:

• Community Forum: JustKrith Community Forum (Hosted via Freeflarum)
• Discord Server: JustKrith Community Discord
• Social Media: Official JustKrith accounts and interactions on X (Twitter), Instagram, and other platforms
• GitHub: Code repositories, issues, discussions, and pull requests
• Comment Sections: Comments on blog posts and other interactive content
• Future Platforms: Any new community platforms that may be launched

1.2 Community Values

Our community is built on these core values:

• 🤝 Respect: Treat all members with dignity and courtesy
• 🌍 Inclusivity: Welcome people of all backgrounds, skill levels, and perspectives
• 📚 Learning: Foster a culture of continuous learning and knowledge sharing
• 🔧 Innovation: Encourage creative problem-solving and technical exploration
• 🤲 Collaboration: Support each other's growth and projects
• 🔒 Safety: Maintain a safe and harassment-free environment

1.3 Enforcement Philosophy

Our approach to community moderation emphasizes education over punishment. We believe in:

• Clear communication of expectations
• Constructive feedback when guidelines are violated
• Escalating consequences only when necessary
• Restorative approaches that help members learn and grow
• Transparency in moderation decisions when appropriate

2. General Community Standards

2.1 Respectful Communication

✅ Do:

• Use respectful and professional language
• Be patient with beginners and learners
• Provide constructive feedback and criticism
• Acknowledge different perspectives and approaches
• Use inclusive language that welcomes all participants
• Ask questions when you don't understand something
• Thank community members who help you

❌ Don't:

• Use offensive, discriminatory, or hateful language
• Engage in personal attacks or harassment
• Make assumptions about others' skills or backgrounds
• Use language that excludes or marginalizes others
• Mock or ridicule questions or mistakes
• Engage in flame wars or argumentative behavior
• Use excessive profanity or inappropriate language

2.2 Content Quality and Relevance

High-Quality Contributions Include:

• Technical Questions: Well-researched questions with context and attempted solutions
• Solutions and Answers: Clear, tested solutions with explanations
• Tutorials and Guides: Step-by-step instructions with examples
• Project Showcases: Demonstrations of your work with technical details
• Resource Sharing: Relevant tools, articles, and learning materials
• Community Discussions: Thoughtful conversations about technology trends and practices

Avoid:

• Spam, duplicate posts, or excessive self-promotion
• Off-topic content unrelated to technology or development
• Low-effort posts without context or details
• Asking others to do your homework or work assignments
• Sharing copyrighted content without permission
• Posting malicious code or security exploits

2.3 Privacy and Personal Information

• Protect Your Privacy: Don't share sensitive personal information (addresses, phone numbers, financial details)
• Respect Others' Privacy: Never share someone else's personal information without consent
• Account Security: Use strong passwords and don't share account credentials
• Code and Credentials: Never share API keys, passwords, or sensitive configuration details
• Professional Boundaries: Maintain appropriate professional boundaries in all interactions

2.4 Intellectual Property and Attribution

• Original Content: Clearly indicate when sharing your original work
• Attribution: Always credit the original authors when sharing others' work
• Licenses: Respect software licenses and usage terms
• Fair Use: Follow fair use guidelines when sharing copyrighted material
• Plagiarism: Don't present others' work as your own

3. Community Forum Guidelines (Freeflarum)

3.1 Forum Structure and Organization

Our community forum is organized into specific categories to help maintain organization and relevance:

📋 General Categories

• Announcements: Official updates and important community news
• Introductions: New member introductions and welcome messages
• General Discussion: Broad technology discussions and community chat
• Feedback & Suggestions: Community feedback and platform improvement ideas

💻 Technical Categories

• Web Development: Frontend, backend, and full-stack development
• Mobile Development: iOS, Android, and cross-platform development
• DevOps & Infrastructure: Deployment, CI/CD, cloud services, and system administration
• Programming Languages: Language-specific discussions and questions
• Tools & Resources: Development tools, IDEs, libraries, and frameworks
• Career & Learning: Career advice, learning paths, and professional development

🎯 Project Categories

• Project Showcase: Share your completed projects and get feedback
• Work in Progress: Get help and feedback on ongoing projects
• Collaboration: Find team members and collaborate on projects
• Code Review: Request and provide code reviews

3.2 Forum Posting Guidelines

Creating Quality Posts

• Descriptive Titles: Use clear, specific titles that describe your post content
• Proper Category: Post in the most relevant category to help others find your content
• Search First: Check existing posts to avoid duplicates
• Complete Information: Provide all necessary context, code samples, and error messages
• Formatting: Use proper formatting with code blocks, lists, and headers
• Tags: Use relevant tags to help categorize your post

Question Guidelines

When asking for help, include:

• Problem Description: Clearly describe what you're trying to achieve
• Current Situation: What you've tried and what's not working
• Code Samples: Relevant code with proper formatting
• Error Messages: Full error messages and stack traces
• Environment Details: Operating system, language versions, relevant tools
• Expected Outcome: What result you're hoping to achieve

Answer Guidelines

When providing help:

• Complete Solutions: Provide working code examples when possible
• Explanations: Explain why your solution works
• Best Practices: Mention relevant best practices and considerations
• Resources: Link to relevant documentation and learning materials
• Follow-up: Be available for clarification questions
• Constructive Feedback: Provide gentle corrections and improvements

3.3 Forum Moderation and Reporting

Community Moderation

• Self-Moderation: Community members are encouraged to self-moderate and maintain quality
• Peer Review: Experienced members help guide discussions and provide feedback
• Volunteer Moderators: Trusted community members assist with moderation duties
• Administrative Oversight: JustKrith administrators provide final oversight and decisions

Reporting Issues

Report problematic content or behavior by:

• Using the built-in report function on posts
• Sending a private message to moderators
• Using our ticket system for general issues and user reporting
• Emailing [email protected] for serious community issues
• Including specific details about the issue and relevant links

Response Process

• Acknowledgment: Reports are acknowledged within 24-48 hours
• Investigation: Thorough review of reported content and context
• Action: Appropriate action taken based on severity and community guidelines
• Communication: Relevant parties are notified of outcomes when appropriate
• Appeal Process: Clear appeal process for disputed moderation decisions

3.4 Forum-Specific Rules

Account Guidelines

• One Account: Maintain only one account per person
• Real Names: Use your real name or a professional pseudonym
• Professional Profile: Complete your profile with relevant professional information
• Avatar Guidelines: Use appropriate, professional profile images

Posting Limitations

• New Users: Limited posting frequency for the first week to prevent spam
• Link Restrictions: New users may have limited ability to post external links
• File Uploads: Restrictions on file types and sizes for security
• Character Limits: Reasonable character limits on posts and signatures

Commercial Activity

• Self-Promotion: Limited self-promotion allowed in appropriate contexts
• Job Postings: Job and freelance opportunities allowed in designated areas
• Affiliate Links: Must be disclosed and relevant to discussions
• Advertising: Paid advertising requires prior approval

4. Discord Server Guidelines

4.1 Discord Server Structure

Our Discord server is organized into focused channels for different types of discussions including general chat, technical help, project collaboration, announcements, and voice channels for real-time conversations. Channel organization may change based on community needs and growth.

4.2 Discord Communication Guidelines

Chat Etiquette

• Channel Purpose: Keep conversations relevant to the channel purpose
• Thread Usage: Use threads for extended discussions to keep channels organized
• Reaction Usage: Use reactions to acknowledge messages without cluttering chat
• Message Length: Keep messages reasonably short; use threads or code blocks for longer content
• Notification Respect: Don't overuse @everyone or @here mentions
• Multiple Messages: Avoid sending multiple short messages in rapid succession

Code Sharing

• Code Blocks: Always use proper code block formatting (```language)
• Pastebin Services: Use external paste services for long code snippets
• Screenshots: Avoid sharing code as screenshots; use text format
• Context: Always provide context with code examples
• Working Examples: Share complete, working examples when possible

Voice Chat Guidelines

• Microphone Quality: Use a decent microphone and minimize background noise
• Push-to-Talk: Consider using push-to-talk in noisy environments
• Respectful Conversation: Wait for others to finish speaking before responding
• Inclusive Participation: Include all participants in voice conversations
• Technical Issues: Be patient with others experiencing technical difficulties
• Recording Consent: Always get consent before recording voice conversations

4.3 Discord Server Rules

Prohibited Content and Behavior

• Spam: No spam, flooding, or excessive repeated messages
• Self-Promotion: Excessive self-promotion or advertising without context
• NSFW Content: No adult, violent, or inappropriate content
• Harassment: No harassment, bullying, or personal attacks
• Trolling: No intentionally disruptive or inflammatory behavior
• Impersonation: Don't impersonate other users or public figures
• Doxxing: Never share personal information of others
• Piracy: No sharing of pirated software or copyrighted content

Username and Display Name Guidelines

• Appropriate Names: Use appropriate, readable usernames and display names
• No Hoisting: Don't use special characters to hoist your name to the top of lists
• No Impersonation: Don't use names that impersonate staff or other users
• Professional Approach: Consider using professional or recognizable names

Bot Usage

• Authorized Bots: Only use approved bots in designated channels
• Bot Commands: Use bot commands in appropriate channels (usually #bot-commands)
• Music Bots: Follow server-specific rules for music bot usage
• Moderation Bots: Don't attempt to bypass or interfere with moderation bots

4.4 Discord Moderation System

Moderation Team

• Administrators: Server owners with full moderation authority
• Moderators: Trusted community members with moderation permissions
• Community Helpers: Active members who assist with guidance and support
• Automated Moderation: Bots that help enforce basic rules automatically

Warning System

• First Warning: Gentle reminder about guidelines with explanation
• Second Warning: More formal warning with temporary restrictions if needed
• Third Warning: Temporary mute or timeout with review of behavior
• Final Warning: Final warning before potential removal from server

Enforcement Actions

• Message Deletion: Removal of inappropriate or off-topic messages
• Timeout/Mute: Temporary restriction from posting messages
• Role Restrictions: Temporary removal of certain server privileges
• Channel Restrictions: Restriction from specific channels
• Temporary Ban: Short-term removal from server
• Permanent Ban: Permanent removal for severe or repeated violations

4.5 Discord Special Features and Events

Server Roles and Permissions

• @New Member: Assigned automatically to new joins with limited permissions
• @Community Member: Full access after reading rules and brief activity period
• @Active Contributor: Recognition for helpful and active community members
• @Expert: Recognition for technical expertise and consistent quality contributions
• @Project Leader: Leading community projects or initiatives
• @Event Organizer: Organizing community events and activities

Community Events

• Weekly Code Reviews: Scheduled sessions for peer code reviews
• Monthly Challenges: Coding challenges and mini-competitions
• Learning Sessions: Educational presentations and workshops
• Project Showcases: Opportunities to present your work to the community
• Career Talks: Professional development and career advice sessions
• Collaboration Matchmaking: Events to find project partners and team members

Recognition Programs

• Helper of the Month: Recognition for most helpful community members
• Project Spotlight: Featuring outstanding community projects
• Contributor Badges: Special recognition for various types of contributions
• Community Achievements: Milestone celebrations and community achievements

5. Enforcement and Consequences

5.1 Progressive Enforcement

We follow a progressive enforcement approach that escalates based on the severity and frequency of violations:

Level 1: Gentle Guidance

• Scope: Minor guideline misunderstandings or first-time mistakes
• Action: Friendly reminder or redirection
• Examples: Posting in wrong channel, minor formatting issues, off-topic comments
• Outcome: Educational opportunity with positive community reinforcement

Level 2: Formal Warning

• Scope: Repeated minor violations or moderate rule breaking
• Action: Formal warning with explanation of consequences
• Examples: Persistent off-topic posting, mild inappropriate language, excessive self-promotion
• Outcome: Clear documentation of warning and expectations for improvement

Level 3: Temporary Restrictions

• Scope: Significant violations or pattern of disruptive behavior
• Action: Temporary restrictions on posting, messaging, or platform access
• Duration: 24 hours to 7 days depending on severity
• Examples: Harassment, spam, intentionally disruptive behavior
• Outcome: Time to reflect and opportunity to return with better understanding

Level 4: Extended Suspension

• Scope: Serious violations or repeated pattern despite warnings
• Action: Extended suspension from community platforms
• Duration: 1-4 weeks with possibility of permanent ban
• Examples: Severe harassment, doxxing, malicious behavior, hate speech
• Outcome: Formal review process and conditions for potential return

Level 5: Permanent Ban

• Scope: Extreme violations or exhausted progressive measures
• Action: Permanent removal from all JustKrith community platforms
• Examples: Illegal activity, threats of violence, malicious attacks, repeated severe violations
• Outcome: Permanent exclusion with documentation for future reference

5.2 Violation Categories

Minor Violations

Typically result in guidance or gentle warnings:

• Posting in incorrect channels
• Minor formatting issues or unclear posts
• Occasional off-topic comments
• Accidentally breaking minor etiquette rules
• First-time self-promotion without context

Moderate Violations

May result in formal warnings or temporary restrictions:

• Persistent off-topic posting after guidance
• Excessive self-promotion or advertising
• Mild inappropriate language or behavior
• Spam or repetitive low-quality posts
• Ignoring moderator requests or guidance
• Engaging in unproductive arguments

Serious Violations

Result in immediate temporary restrictions or extended suspension:

• Harassment or bullying of community members
• Discriminatory language or hate speech
• Sharing inappropriate or NSFW content
• Intentionally disruptive or trolling behavior
• Doxxing or sharing personal information without consent
• Circumventing moderation measures

Severe Violations

Result in immediate permanent ban:

• Illegal activity or content
• Threats of violence or harm
• Malicious attacks on community members or infrastructure
• Sharing malware or malicious code
• Serious harassment or stalking
• Repeated severe violations after multiple suspensions

5.3 Appeals Process

Right to Appeal

All community members have the right to appeal moderation decisions through our structured appeals process:

Appeal Submission

• Timeframe: Appeals must be submitted within 30 days of the moderation action
• Method: Use our ticket system or email [email protected] with detailed appeal
• Required Information:
  • Your username and platform where action was taken
  • Date and nature of the moderation action
  • Detailed explanation of why you believe the action was incorrect
  • Any relevant context or evidence
  • Commitment to following guidelines going forward

Appeal Review Process

• Acknowledgment: Appeal receipt confirmed within 48 hours
• Initial Review: Administrative review of original decision and appeal within 5 business days
• Investigation: Thorough investigation of circumstances and evidence
• Community Input: Input from affected community members when appropriate
• Decision: Final decision communicated within 10 business days
• Implementation: Appropriate action taken based on appeal outcome

Appeal Outcomes

• Appeal Upheld: Original decision reversed and sanctions removed
• Partial Appeal: Sanctions reduced but not completely removed
• Appeal Denied: Original decision maintained with explanation
• Modified Sanctions: Different but proportionate sanctions applied

6. Reporting and Support

6.1 Reporting Violations

When to Report

• Harassment, bullying, or discriminatory behavior
• Spam, malicious links, or security threats
• Inappropriate content or NSFW material
• Privacy violations or doxxing
• Impersonation or fraud
• Any behavior that makes you feel unsafe

How to Report

• Discord: Use built-in report functions or DM moderators
• Forum: Use platform report buttons or contact moderators
• Ticket System: Use our ticket system for general queries and user reporting
• Privacy Issues: [email protected] for privacy-related concerns
• Security Issues: [email protected] for security vulnerabilities in our services
• Community Issues: [email protected] for community-related concerns

What to Include in Reports

• Specific Details: Exact description of the violation
• Evidence: Screenshots, links, or other relevant evidence
• Context: Background information that helps understand the situation
• Impact: How the violation affected you or the community
• Previous Incidents: Any related previous incidents or patterns

6.2 Support Resources

Community Support Channels

• Discord: Various support channels available within the Discord server
• Forum Support: Dedicated support category for platform issues
• Community Mentors: Experienced members available for guidance
• Peer Support: Community members helping each other

Official Support

• Ticket System: Use our ticket system for general support queries
• Privacy Issues: [email protected] for privacy-related concerns
• Security Issues: [email protected] for security vulnerabilities in our services
• Community Issues: [email protected] for community-related concerns

Response Times

• Security Issues: Within 2-4 hours
• Privacy Concerns: Within 8-12 hours
• Community Reports: Within 24 hours
• General Tickets: Within 48-72 hours

6.3 Privacy and Confidentiality

Reporter Protection

• Confidentiality: Reporter identity kept confidential when possible
• Anonymous Reports: Anonymous reporting options available
• No Retaliation: Zero tolerance for retaliation against reporters
• Safe Reporting: Multiple secure channels for sensitive reports

Investigation Privacy

• Limited Access: Investigation details shared only with necessary personnel
• Secure Storage: All report data stored securely and access-controlled
• Data Retention: Report data retained according to privacy policy guidelines
• Transparency: Process transparency while protecting individual privacy

7. Community Leadership and Governance

7.1 Moderation Team Structure

Administrator Roles

• Community Administrator: Overall community strategy and policy
• Technical Administrator: Platform technical management and security
• Content Administrator: Content quality and educational initiatives

Moderator Roles

• Senior Moderators: Experienced moderators with advanced permissions
• Platform Moderators: Specialized moderators for specific platforms
• Community Moderators: General community moderation and support
• Event Moderators: Specialized moderation for events and activities

Community Helper Roles

• Technical Mentors: Experienced developers providing guidance
• Community Ambassadors: Welcoming new members and fostering engagement
• Content Curators: Helping organize and improve content quality
• Event Organizers: Planning and managing community events

7.2 Becoming a Community Leader

Moderator Selection Process

Moderators are selected based on:

• Community Engagement: Active, positive participation in community discussions
• Technical Knowledge: Strong technical background and helpful contributions
• Communication Skills: Clear, respectful, and effective communication
• Reliability: Consistent presence and dependable behavior
• Judgment: Demonstrated good judgment in community interactions
• Time Commitment: Ability to dedicate regular time to moderation duties

Application Process

• Community Nomination: Community members can nominate candidates
• Self-Application: Interested members can apply directly
• Administrator Review: Applications reviewed by current moderation team
• Trial Period: Successful candidates undergo a supervised trial period
• Full Status: Trial moderators receive full status after successful evaluation

Moderator Responsibilities

• Daily Moderation: Regular monitoring of community platforms
• Violation Response: Appropriate response to guideline violations
• Community Support: Helping community members with questions and issues
• Content Quality: Maintaining high standards of content and discussion
• Event Support: Supporting community events and initiatives
• Team Collaboration: Working effectively with other moderators and administrators

7.3 Community Feedback and Governance

Community Input Mechanisms

• Monthly Surveys: Regular community feedback surveys
• Town Hall Meetings: Quarterly community meetings for discussion
• Suggestion Channels: Dedicated channels for community suggestions
• Policy Discussions: Community input on policy changes
• Advisory Groups: Representative groups for specific community segments

Transparency Measures

• Moderation Logs: Regular transparency reports on moderation activities
• Policy Changes: Clear communication of all policy updates
• Decision Rationale: Explanation of major decisions affecting the community
• Community Metrics: Regular sharing of community health and growth metrics
• Financial Transparency: Open information about community funding and expenses

Continuous Improvement

• Regular Review: Periodic review of all community guidelines and policies
• Feedback Integration: Active integration of community feedback into improvements
• Best Practice Research: Research into community management best practices
• External Consultation: Occasional consultation with community management experts
• Adaptation: Flexible adaptation to changing community needs and technology

8. Resources and Additional Information

8.1 Educational Resources

Community Participation Guides

• New Member Guide: Comprehensive onboarding for new community members
• Effective Communication: Guide to respectful and productive communication
• Technical Help Guide: How to ask and provide effective technical help
• Project Collaboration: Best practices for community collaboration
• Discord Basics: Getting started with Discord for new users
• Forum Navigation: Making the most of forum features and organization

Technical Resources

• Code Formatting: How to properly format code in different platforms
• Debugging Help: Guide to getting effective debugging assistance
• Project Showcase: Best practices for showing your work
• Code Review: How to request and provide valuable code reviews
• Learning Paths: Structured learning paths for different technologies

8.2 Platform-Specific Help

Discord Help

• Server Navigation: Understanding channels, roles, and permissions
• Bot Commands: List of available bot commands and usage
• Voice Chat: Getting started with voice channels and screen sharing
• Notifications: Managing notifications and mentions
• Mobile App: Using Discord mobile app effectively

Forum Help

• Account Setup: Creating and customizing your forum profile
• Search Features: Finding existing discussions and resources
• Posting Guidelines: Creating high-quality posts and discussions
• Notification Settings: Managing email and platform notifications
• Advanced Features: Using tags, filters, and other advanced features

8.3 External Resources

Related Policies

• Privacy Policy: How we handle your personal data
• Terms of Service: Overall platform terms and conditions
• Security Policy: Security measures and reporting procedures
• Accessibility Statement: Accessibility features and support

External Community Resources

• Discord Community Guidelines: Official Discord community standards
• GitHub Community Standards: GitHub's community guidelines
• Stack Overflow Code of Conduct: Industry-standard community guidelines
• Mozilla Community Participation Guidelines: Open source community standards

8.4 Contact and Support

Community Management Team

• Ticket System: Use our ticket system for general community questions
• Community Issues: [email protected] for community management concerns
• Discord Administrators: Available through Discord DMs or Discord support channels
• Forum Moderators: Available through forum private messages

Specialized Support

• Privacy Issues: [email protected] for privacy-related concerns
• Security Issues: [email protected] for security vulnerabilities in our services
• Community Issues: [email protected] for community-related concerns

8.5 Updates and Changelog

Guidelines Version History

• Version 1.0 (July 19, 2025): Initial comprehensive community guidelines
• Future Updates: Regular reviews and updates based on community feedback

Stay Informed

• Announcements: Major updates announced in Discord announcement channels
• Email Updates: Important policy changes sent via email
• Forum Posts: Detailed changelog posts in forum announcement section
• Website Updates: All guideline changes reflected on this page

Commitment to Community Excellence

The JustKrith Community is committed to being a welcoming, inclusive, and productive space for all members. These guidelines represent our collective commitment to maintaining the high standards that make our community valuable to everyone.

We believe in:

• Continuous Learning: Everyone is here to learn and grow
• Mutual Respect: Every member deserves dignity and respect
• Shared Knowledge: Knowledge is more valuable when shared
• Inclusive Growth: Our community is stronger when everyone can participate
• Technical Excellence: We strive for high-quality technical discussions and solutions

By participating in the JustKrith Community, you're joining a network of passionate developers, learners, and innovators. Together, we create value not just for our immediate community, but for the broader tech community as well.

Questions about these guidelines? We're here to help! Contact us at [email protected] for any clarifications or suggestions.

Thank you for helping make the JustKrith Community an exceptional place to learn, share, and grow together!