Community Guidelines

Vibe Code Cafe is a community where makers, creators, and innovators come together to share their projects and support each other. We believe in fostering an environment that is:

• Supportive: We celebrate each other's successes and offer constructive feedback
• Inclusive: Everyone is welcome regardless of background, experience level, or project type
• Authentic: We value genuine projects and honest interactions
• Respectful: We treat all community members with kindness and respect
• Collaborative: We help each other grow and learn

Project Submissions

• Share projects you've actually built or are actively working on
• Provide clear, honest descriptions of what your project does
• Include high-quality screenshots or demos
• Be transparent about the current state of your project
• Update your projects with new features and improvements

Community Interaction

• Give constructive feedback on other projects
• Ask thoughtful questions and engage in meaningful discussions
• Share your knowledge and help other makers
• Vote for projects you genuinely find interesting or useful
• Celebrate others' achievements and milestones

Professional Conduct

• Be respectful in all interactions
• Provide credit where credit is due
• Be open about collaborations and partnerships
• Handle disagreements professionally and constructively

Prohibited Content

• Spam, duplicate, or low-effort submissions
• Projects that don't actually exist or are misleading
• Content that violates intellectual property rights
• Malicious software or harmful content
• Adult content or inappropriate material
• Political content or divisive topics unrelated to tech

Prohibited Behavior

• Harassment, bullying, or personal attacks
• Discrimination based on race, gender, religion, or other characteristics
• Vote manipulation or fake engagement
• Creating multiple accounts to circumvent rules
• Excessive self-promotion without community engagement
• Sharing personal information of others without consent

Gaming the System

• Using bots or automated tools to manipulate votes
• Coordinating vote brigades or artificial engagement
• Creating fake projects or misleading information
• Abusing the bump system or premium features

Commenting Guidelines

• Be specific and constructive in your feedback
• Ask questions that help you understand the project better
• Share relevant experiences or suggestions
• Avoid generic comments like "Nice work!" without context
• Stay on topic and relevant to the project

Voting Etiquette

• Vote based on the quality and innovation of the project
• Consider the effort and execution, not just the idea
• Don't vote based on personal relationships or reciprocity
• Use votes to highlight projects that deserve more attention

Project Updates

• Keep your project information current and accurate
• Respond to comments and questions in a timely manner
• Share updates about new features or improvements
• Be transparent about any significant changes

How We Enforce Guidelines

When guidelines are violated, we may take the following actions:

• Warning: First-time minor violations receive a friendly reminder
• Content Removal: Inappropriate content will be removed
• Account Suspension: Temporary suspension for repeated violations
• Permanent Ban: Severe or repeated violations may result in permanent removal

Reporting Violations

If you see content or behavior that violates our guidelines:

• Use the report button on projects or comments
• Email us at community@vibecodecafe.com
• Provide specific details about the violation
• Include screenshots or links when helpful

Appeals Process

If you believe your content was removed in error:

• Email appeals@vibecodecafe.com within 30 days
• Explain why you believe the action was incorrect
• Provide any relevant context or evidence
• We'll review and respond within 5 business days

Questions?

If you have questions about these guidelines, reach out to us at community@vibecodecafe.com. We're here to help create the best possible experience for all makers in our community.