Code of Conduct

Welcome to Braintrust: a trusted space for engineering leaders to explore the impact of engineering and AI.

Welcome to Braintrust: a trusted space for engineering leaders to explore the impact of engineering and AI. This Code of Conduct outlines the standards of behavior we expect from all members to foster a respectful, insightful, and safe environment.

Our Community
Principles

Respect and Professionalism

Treat all members with courtesy and empathy. Healthy debate is encouraged, but personal attacks, dismissiveness, or disrespect will not be tolerated.

Constructive Collaboration

Share ideas, research, and experiences that help peers grow. Critique the idea, not the person.

Confidentiality

Conversations within Braintrust are private. Do not share member contributions, discussions, or benchmarks outside the community without explicit permission.

What We Encourage

Generosity in Sharing

Offer insights, stories, and data that could help others navigate challenges in engineering leadership and AI.

Curiosity and Learning

Ask thoughtful questions, challenge assumptions, and remain open to different perspectives.

Supportive Peer Connection

Build relationships grounded in trust, mentorship, and mutual growth

What We Do Not Allow

Harassment or Discrimination

Any form of harassment, hate speech, or discrimination based on race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other identity is strictly prohibited.

Self-Promotion or Solicitation

Braintrust is not a sales channel. Avoid promotional content, recruiting pitches, or unsolicited outreach.

Misinformation or Misuse

Do not share unverified claims, misuse research, or present non-factual content as truth.

Events & Slack Guidelines

Events

Respect speakers and participants. Keep questions relevant, concise, and professional.

Slack Community

Use designated channels for their intended purpose. Maintain a tone that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

Enforcement

Violations of this Code of Conduct may result in:

Moderators reserve the right to remove any content or member that undermines the purpose or safety of Braintrust

A private warning from moderators.

Temporary suspension from community access.

Permanent removal for repeated or severe violations.

Reporting Concerns

If you experience or witness behavior that violates this Code of Conduct, please reach out to the Braintrust team at info@braintrust.cortex.io. Reports will be reviewed confidentially and taken seriously.

By participating in Braintrust, you agree to uphold this Code of Conduct and contribute to a community built on trust, respect, and shared learning.