Our Mission

HyperDevConf is committed to providing a harassment-free, inclusive, and welcoming environment for all participants regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, race, religion, or technology choices.

Our Core Values

Expected Behavior

Be Respectful and Professional

• Use welcoming and inclusive language
• Respect different viewpoints and experiences
• Accept constructive criticism gracefully
• Focus on what is best for the community
• Show empathy towards other participants

Foster Learning and Collaboration

• Share knowledge and help others learn
• Be patient with those who have different skill levels
• Encourage questions and participation
• Celebrate diverse approaches to problem-solving
• Give credit where credit is due

Maintain Professional Boundaries

• Keep interactions appropriate and professional
• Respect personal space and boundaries
• Use appropriate language in all conference spaces
• Be mindful of the young age of many participants

Unacceptable Behavior

The following behaviors are considered harassment and will not be tolerated:

Harassment and Discrimination

• Offensive comments related to gender, sexual orientation, race, religion, disability
• Inappropriate sexual language or imagery
• Deliberate intimidation, stalking, or following
• Sustained disruption of talks or other events
• Unwelcome sexual attention or advances

Disruptive Behavior

• Trolling, insulting, or derogatory comments
• Public or private harassment
• Publishing others' private information without consent
• Disrupting presentations or workshops
• Inappropriate use of nudity or sexual images

Technology Misuse

• Unauthorized recording or photography
• Sharing others' code or projects without permission
• Attempting to hack or disrupt conference systems
• Distributing malicious software or content

Reporting Guidelines

If you experience or witness unacceptable behavior, please report it immediately to conference staff.

How to Report

• In Person: Find any staff member wearing HyperDevConf badges
• Email: conduct@hyperdevconf.live
• Phone/Text: +33 4 93 00 00 01 (24/7 during conference)
• Anonymous: Drop box located at registration desk

What to Include in Your Report

• Your contact information (if not reporting anonymously)
• Names of any witnesses
• When and where the incident occurred
• Description of what happened
• Any relevant screenshots or documentation

Enforcement

Conference organizers will investigate all complaints promptly and fairly. Appropriate action will be taken based on the severity of the violation.

Possible Consequences

• Warning: Verbal or written warning for minor violations
• Temporary Suspension: Removal from specific sessions or areas
• Conference Removal: Immediate expulsion without refund
• Ban: Prohibition from future HyperDevConf events
• Legal Action: Involving law enforcement when appropriate

Appeals Process

If you believe you have been wrongfully accused or sanctioned, you may appeal by contacting our appeals committee at appeals@hyperdevconf.live within 30 days of the incident.

Special Considerations for Young Attendees

As many of our attendees are teenagers and young adults, we take extra care to ensure their safety and well-being:

• Adult mentors and chaperones are available for support
• Safe spaces are designated for younger participants
• All adult volunteers undergo background checks
• Parents/guardians will be notified of any serious incidents involving minors
• Age-appropriate content guidelines are strictly enforced

Digital Spaces and Social Media

This Code of Conduct applies to all conference-related digital spaces:

• Official conference Discord server
• Social media posts with conference hashtags
• Conference mobile app and forums
• Video calls and online workshops
• Shared coding repositories and collaboration tools

Photography and Recording

• Always ask permission before photographing or recording individuals
• Respect "no photos" badges and requests
• Official conference photography will be clearly identified
• Sharing of unauthorized recordings is prohibited

Intellectual Property Respect

• Respect all software licenses and open source requirements
• Give proper attribution for code, assets, and ideas
• Do not share proprietary information from workshop materials
• Respect presenter slides and materials as their intellectual property

Accessibility and Accommodations

We are committed to making HyperDevConf accessible to everyone:

• Request accommodations during registration
• Be mindful of others' accessibility needs
• Keep pathways clear for mobility devices
• Use inclusive language and communication methods

Substance Use Policy

• No alcohol or illegal substances on conference premises
• Prescription medications should be used responsibly
• Report any substance-related concerns to staff immediately

Updates to This Code

This Code of Conduct may be updated periodically. All attendees will be notified of significant changes. The most current version will always be available on our website.

Acknowledgments

This Code of Conduct is adapted from the Contributor Covenant and other community guidelines, tailored specifically for young developers and creators in the gaming and tech space.

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