Good Governance Practices for CNCF Projects

Explore good governance practices for CNCF projects in this informative conference talk by Dawn Foster from VMware. Learn why governance is crucial for open source projects and how to implement effective structures. Discover the importance of early governance, resource management, and setting clear expectations through mission statements and project scopes. Gain insights into leadership roles, ownership, control, and documentation in governance. Understand the pros and cons of contributing projects to the CNCF and why governance is an ongoing process. Get practical advice on creating fair and transparent governance models, including templates and patterns for CNCF projects. Explore contributor ladders for leadership development and the role of mission, values, and scope in project management. Leave with valuable resources and a comprehensive understanding of governance best practices for open source projects.

Intro
About Dawn
What is governance
Early governance
Resources
Requirements
Governance Templates
Maintainer Resources
Setting Expectations
Mission Statement
Project Scope
Governance
Security
Leadership
Ownership and Control
Governance Documentation
Contributing to the CNCF
Governance is never finished
Resources for governance
The Big Picture
Thank You
Questions