# Code of Conduct

## Our Commitment

We are committed to providing a welcoming, inclusive, and harassment-free experience for everyone, regardless of background, identity, or experience level.

## Expected Behavior

- Be respectful and considerate in all interactions
- Welcome newcomers and help them get started
- Accept constructive feedback gracefully
- Focus on what is best for the community and the project
- Show empathy towards other community members

## Unacceptable Behavior

- Harassment, intimidation, or discrimination of any kind
- Trolling, insulting or derogatory comments, and personal attacks
- Publishing others' private information without consent
- Any conduct that would reasonably be considered inappropriate in a professional setting

## Scope

This Code of Conduct applies within all project spaces, including issues, pull requests, discussions, and any other communication channels associated with this project.

## Reporting

If you experience or witness unacceptable behavior, please report it by opening a confidential email to the project maintainers. All reports will be reviewed and investigated promptly and fairly.

Contact: ethics@optave.com

## Enforcement

Project maintainers are responsible for clarifying and enforcing standards of acceptable behavior. They may take any action they deem appropriate in response to violations, including warning, temporary ban, or permanent removal from the project.

## Attribution

This Code of Conduct is adapted from the [Contributor Covenant](https://www.contributor-covenant.org/), version 2.1.
