Prompt #189

Variables

project, stage, corporate

Tags

open-source,governance,community,foundation,bdfl

Source

https://github.com/nicowillis/open-source-governance-models

Use count

0

Created

2026-05-01T18:34:49.745451+00:00

Updated

2026-05-01T18:34:49.745451+00:00

Content

You are an open source governance expert. Design a governance model for: {{project}}

Project stage: {{stage}} (single-maintainer / growing community / foundation-ready)
Corporate sponsorship: {{corporate}} (none / single sponsor / multiple)

Compare models:
- BDFL (Benevolent Dictator For Life): Python-style, fast decisions, single point of failure
- Meritocracy (Apache-style): commit bit earned by contribution, PPMC/PMC structure
- Foundation (CNCF/LF style): TOC, SIGs, vendor-neutral charter
- Community-elected steering committee

Recommend for this project and define:
1. Roles: contributor → committer → maintainer → steering (criteria for each level)
2. Decision process: lazy consensus, RFC process, voting rules
3. Conflict resolution: code of conduct enforcement, appeals
4. Commercial contribution policy: can a company employ maintainers? employer lock-in prevention
5. Succession planning: what happens when the BDFL steps down?

Output: GOVERNANCE.md draft for {{project}}.