Folks, We currently have a minimal Debian mailing list code of conduct at https://www.debian.org/MailingLists which is, essentially, primarily tips on how to format email. At the same time, we have the main Debian Code of Conduct at https://www.debian.org/code_of_conduct} which is also referenced on the mailing lists page.
This has the potential to be confusing and certainly the intent of the text overlaps in large part: is it now sensible to drop the mailing list code of conduct per se and refer only to the main Debian code of conduct in the future? The fewer resources we have to direct people to, have to keep up to date and to copy across various platforms then potentially the better. Note: For the avoidance of doubt: this is not an attempt to lessen the good effect of the mailing list code of conduct, which has been in effect for a long time, nor is it an excuse for another flame war as to whether/why we should have any code of conduct at all. The main Debian Code of Conduct, applicable to all Debian mailing lists, forums and public media is probably enough for all purposes, works well and was passed into effect by a GR: in some sense, that's not negotiable. This is merely an attempt to simplify things a little particularly for folk new to Debian. Your thoughts on this would be very much appreciated With all the very best wishes to all, as ever, Andy Cater [Speaking on behalf of the Debian Community team: this content of this email has also been reviewed by other members of the team]
