Statements and processes described in this repository represent best practice guidance aimed at fostering an effective software development community within the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). Official policy is maintained on the U.S. Geological Survey website. This repository is a living document, written collaboratively over time and is subject to change. When guidance presented in this repository is in direct conflict with official policy, one must defer to official USGS policy.
This information is preliminary and is subject to revision. The information is provided on the condition that neither the U.S. Geological Survey nor the U.S. Government shall be held liable for any damages resulting from the authorized or unauthorized use of the information.