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+# Code of Conduct
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+## Our Commitment
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+We, as members, contributors, and maintainers, pledge to make participation in our community a harassment-free experience for everyone, regardless of age, body size, visible or invisible disability, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, level of experience, nationality, personal appearance, race, religion, or sexual identity and orientation.
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+We are committed to providing a welcoming and inspiring community for all and expect our code of conduct to support these values. We believe in the power of open-source collaboration and innovation and are dedicated to fostering an environment that enables all contributors to thrive.
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+## Expected Behavior
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+We expect all community members to:
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+- Be considerate, respectful, and collaborative in all interactions
+- Use welcoming and inclusive language
+- Refrain from making derogatory, offensive, or harassing comments
+- Accept constructive criticism with an open mind and offer feedback respectfully
+- Engage with empathy and understanding for diverse perspectives
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+## Unacceptable Behavior
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+We consider the following actions unacceptable:
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+- Any form of harassment, discrimination, or exclusion
+- Threats or aggressive language, including personal attacks or political arguments
+- Posting private information of others without explicit consent
+- Disruption of discussions, trolling, or repeated spamming
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+## Reporting Issues
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+If you experience or witness behavior that violates this Code of Conduct, please report it to [email protected]. Reports will be reviewed and investigated promptly, with respect for the privacy and confidentiality of all parties involved.
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+## Enforcement
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+Community leaders are responsible for enforcing this Code of Conduct and may take any action deemed necessary, including warnings, temporary or permanent bans, or removal from the community.
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+## Acknowledgments
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+This Code of Conduct is adapted from the [Contributor Covenant](https://www.contributor-covenant.org/), version 2.0, and the Open Source Code of Conduct.