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Fostering Constructive Communication in Open Source Communities
Quoting: Fostering Constructive Communication in Open Source Communities – Scarlett Gately Moore —
Open source has given us incredible tools, technologies, and opportunities. The least we can do in return is treat each other with the respect and kindness that makes these collaborative achievements possible.
Every contributor—whether they’re packaging software, writing documentation, fixing bugs, or supporting users—is helping to build something remarkable. Let’s make sure our communities are places where that work can continue to flourish, supported by constructive communication and mutual respect.
The next time you encounter work you disagree with, ask yourself: How can I make this better? How can I help this contributor grow? How can I model the kind of community interaction I want to see?
Our projects are only as strong as the communities that support them. Let’s build communities worthy of the amazing software we create together.