diff --git a/doc/contributing/advocacy-ambassador-program.md b/doc/contributing/advocacy-ambassador-program.md index 31d8fd58a1a4bf..99177f7bbf5fbf 100644 --- a/doc/contributing/advocacy-ambassador-program.md +++ b/doc/contributing/advocacy-ambassador-program.md @@ -165,3 +165,46 @@ Some of the things to highlight include: #### Project contacts * @mhdawson + +### How things get done in the Node.js project + +#### Goal + +Help people understand that no people are paid to answer their issues or +implement their pull requests. Things get done based on what volunteers work on +and the best way to get something fixed/changed is to submit a Pull request. + +Some of the things to highlight include: + +* Nobody is paid specifically to answer issues or implement features. +* No company owns/supports Node.js. Most contributions are from individuals + as opposed to organizations. +* The governance of the project is specifically designed to prevent one or + a small number of companies from dominating the project. +* Decisions are made by the active collaborators, there is no single person + who makes a decision for the project on their own. This can slow down + decision making but most often results in better outcomes. +* The project is open and receptive to contributions. If you need something PR + in a fix or feature. +* Maintainers are people just like you, with many priorities and and goals. We + all have the same goal of moving the Node.js project forward but at the same + time we all have other responsibilities that affect how much time we have + available to do so. +* People are volunteering their time to review your PRs and answer questions in + the issues you open. Be mindfull of your asks for their time and acknowledge + the gift of their time. +* While volunteers work to do the right thing for the community, the project + does not owe anybody anything and does not tolerate abusive or + demanding language in issues, discussionis or PRs. A respectful diaglog will + maximize the chances of the outcome you desire. +* If you depend on timely support or an SLA, contract with a company that provides + paid support and will prioritize your issues. + +#### Related Links + +* + +#### Project contacts + +* @mcollina +* @mhdawson