Social Aspects

Overview

Teaching: 3 min
Exercises: 0 min

Questions

• What are important social aspects of building a collaborative community?

Objectives

• Be aware of social aspects of building a community

• Be able to apply these aspects to building your own collaborative community

Inclusivity

Codes of conduct and their enforcement

Attitude: “Our” vs. “My” software

Engaging with new contributors

Group practices

• Leadership
• Decision-making style
  • Egalitarian vs. acknowledged leader
  • How much autonomy does an individual developer have?
• Time commitments to the project

Key Points

• Social aspects of collaboration such as inclusivity, conduct and attitudes contribute significantly to how effective and enjoyable work will be.