Code of Conduct

We've found that code reading clubs work best when you involve people with different backgrounds and levels of experience. People read code differently and we can learn a lot from each other. It's important for us to make sure the environment where these discussions happen is inclusive and supportive. Everyone should feel comfortable to participate! The following guidelines are meant to codify these intentions.

How to be with each other

We expect ourselves and participants to ensure that our community is harassment-free for everyone.

Examples of behaviours that help us to provide an an open, welcoming, diverse, inclusive, and healthy community:

Demonstrating empathy and kindness toward other people
Being respectful of differing opinions, viewpoints, and experiences
Giving and gracefully accepting constructive feedback
Accepting responsibility and apologising to those affected by our mistakes
Learning from our and others' mistakes and not repeating negative behaviour
Focusing on what is best for the overall community, not just ourselves as individuals
When discussing code, avoid criticising the person who wrote the code
Remembering we don't know the context or reasons for decisions made by others

Examples of unacceptable behavior include:

Public or private harassment of any kind including offensive comments related to gender, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, politics, or religion
The use of sexualised language or imagery, and sexual attention or advances of any kind
Sharing others' private information, such as a physical or email address, without their explicit permission
Other conduct which could reasonably be considered inappropriate in a professional setting

Guidelines for running a club

The code of conduct above is the one we use in our clubs. Feel free to use it as is or modify it to fit your circumstances.

Talk to us

Emails us at hello@codereading.club

If you experience any behaviours or atmosphere in our groups that feels contrary to these values, please let us know. We want everyone to feel safe, equal and welcome.

If you have any questions, concerns or suggestions regarding this policy, please get in touch.