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Contributing guide templates

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Inner Source Contribution GuideInner Source Launch DeckContributing GuideCode of Conduct
FormatDocumentPresentationDocumentDocument
Works inGoogle Docs and WordGoogle Slides and PowerPointGoogle Docs and WordGoogle Docs and Word
Length7 pages12 slides8 pages7 pages
StyleCorporateCorporateMinimalMinimal

How to choose a contributing guide template

Contributing guide and community documents for a repository. That is the job of the 4 templates on this page, and each one takes a different angle on it.

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Compare Inner Source Contribution Guide, Inner Source Launch Deck, and Contributing Guide, all 7 to 12 pages long, then pick the closest match and replace the sample text with your own.

Questions

Which contributing guide template should I start with?

Start with Inner Source Contribution Guide: A seven-page guide that tells contributors how to submit changes, what owners expect and how long reviews take. If that is not the right fit, compare it with Inner Source Launch Deck.

How many pages does a contributing guide need?

The templates here are 7 to 12 pages long. Cut any section you do not need; each template explains what its sections are for.

Can I make a contributing guide in Google Docs?

Yes. These contributing guide templates work in Google Docs, Microsoft Word, Google Slides, and Microsoft PowerPoint. All 4 templates are free, with no account or email needed.

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