From 76a402d21517dab990958284bb298a8821329748 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Naomi Carrigan Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2025 20:32:49 -0800 Subject: [PATCH] feat: tighten and clean up policies --- src/content/docs/about/development-reviews.md | 33 ++++++++++++------- src/content/docs/about/mock-interviews.md | 14 ++++---- src/content/docs/about/portfolio-reviews.md | 27 ++++++++------- src/content/docs/about/recommendations.md | 22 ++++++++----- 4 files changed, 57 insertions(+), 39 deletions(-) diff --git a/src/content/docs/about/development-reviews.md b/src/content/docs/about/development-reviews.md index d44f2b7..4df73bb 100644 --- a/src/content/docs/about/development-reviews.md +++ b/src/content/docs/about/development-reviews.md @@ -42,13 +42,14 @@ This Policy applies to: ### 2.2. Project Planning Consultations **Project Planning Consultation Services:** -**(a)** One-on-one consultation sessions to plan new projects or side projects; +**(a)** Written consultation responses to plan new projects or side projects; **(b)** Guidance on project architecture, technology stack selection, and technical decisions; **(c)** Assistance with project scope definition, milestone planning, and timeline estimation; **(d)** Recommendations for project structure, development workflows, and best practices; -**(e)** Project planning consultations are provided based on industry best practices and professional experience; -**(f)** We reserve the right to decline project planning consultations if projects exceed our expertise or if we cannot provide meaningful guidance; -**(g)** Consultations are time-limited sessions focused on planning rather than ongoing project management. +**(e)** Project planning consultations are provided in WRITTEN FORMAT ONLY; we do NOT schedule calls or video meetings for consultations; +**(f)** Project planning consultations are provided based on industry best practices and professional experience; +**(g)** We reserve the right to decline project planning consultations if projects exceed our expertise or if we cannot provide meaningful guidance; +**(h)** Consultations are one-time written responses focused on planning rather than ongoing project management. ### 2.3. Technical Writing Reviews @@ -141,7 +142,7 @@ Once you have established active community membership through regular participat **Timeline Expectations:** **(a)** Accepted code reviews and technical writing reviews are typically completed within seven (7) to ten (10) business days of acceptance; -**(b)** Project planning consultations are typically scheduled within seven (7) to fourteen (14) business days of acceptance; +**(b)** Project planning consultations are typically completed within seven (7) to fourteen (14) business days of acceptance; **(c)** Rush requests may be accommodated at our sole discretion but are not guaranteed; **(d)** Requesters should provide a minimum of two (2) weeks advance notice for development review requests; **(e)** Requests with less than two (2) weeks notice may be declined or may not be completed by the requested deadline; @@ -149,7 +150,13 @@ Once you have established active community membership through regular participat ### 4.3. Review Delivery -All review content will be delivered to you via the email address you provide. +**Delivery Methods:** +**(a)** All development reviews are provided in WRITTEN FORMAT ONLY and are delivered via email to the requester; +**(b)** We do NOT schedule calls or video meetings to conduct development reviews; all feedback is provided in written format; +**(c)** Review content includes written comments, suggestions, and recommendations; +**(d)** Requesters are responsible for providing accurate contact information; +**(e)** We are not responsible for delivery failures caused by incorrect contact information or email system failures; +**(f)** Requesters will be notified when reviews have been completed and delivered. ## 5. REVIEW CONTENT AND STANDARDS @@ -224,12 +231,14 @@ If you require long-term review, consider [hiring us as a consultant](/about/hir ### 7.2. Development Review-Specific Disclaimers **Additional Limitations:** -**(a)** We are not liable for outcomes, decisions, or results based on development reviews we provide; -**(b)** We do not guarantee project success, code acceptance, publication, or professional opportunities based on our reviews; -**(c)** We are not responsible for third-party decisions, evaluation criteria, or acceptance processes; -**(d)** Our liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law; -**(e)** Development reviews are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind; -**(f)** We are not responsible for requester implementation of feedback or changes made to materials based on our reviews. +**(a)** Development reviews are provided as FREE services offered in good faith, to the best of our ability and knowledge; +**(b)** We are NOT liable for ANY outcomes, decisions, or results that arise from development reviews we provide, including but not limited to project success, code acceptance, publication, professional opportunities, or any consequences of implementing our feedback; +**(c)** What you do with the information, feedback, and recommendations provided in development reviews is YOUR OWN RESPONSIBILITY; +**(d)** We do not guarantee project success, code acceptance, publication, or professional opportunities based on our reviews; +**(e)** We are not responsible for third-party decisions, evaluation criteria, or acceptance processes; +**(f)** Our liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law; +**(g)** Development reviews are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind; +**(h)** We are not responsible for requester implementation of feedback or changes made to materials based on our reviews. ## 8. REQUEST FORM AND SUBMISSION diff --git a/src/content/docs/about/mock-interviews.md b/src/content/docs/about/mock-interviews.md index ca6788d..ea025fb 100644 --- a/src/content/docs/about/mock-interviews.md +++ b/src/content/docs/about/mock-interviews.md @@ -229,12 +229,14 @@ Once you have established active community membership through regular participat ### 7.2. Mock Interview-Specific Disclaimers **Additional Limitations:** -**(a)** We are not liable for outcomes, decisions, or results based on mock interviews we provide; -**(b)** We do not guarantee job offers, interview success, or professional opportunities based on our mock interviews; -**(c)** We are not responsible for third-party interview decisions, evaluation criteria, or hiring processes; -**(d)** Our liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law; -**(e)** Mock interviews are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind; -**(f)** We are not responsible for requester performance in actual interviews or implementation of feedback. +**(a)** Mock interviews are provided as FREE services offered in good faith, to the best of our ability and knowledge; +**(b)** We are NOT liable for ANY outcomes, decisions, or results that arise from mock interviews we provide, including but not limited to job offers, interview success, hiring decisions, or professional opportunities; +**(c)** What you do with the information, feedback, and guidance provided during mock interviews is YOUR OWN RESPONSIBILITY; +**(d)** We do not guarantee job offers, interview success, or professional opportunities based on our mock interviews; +**(e)** We are not responsible for third-party interview decisions, evaluation criteria, or hiring processes; +**(f)** Our liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law; +**(g)** Mock interviews are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind; +**(h)** We are not responsible for requester performance in actual interviews or implementation of feedback. ## 8. REQUEST FORM AND SUBMISSION diff --git a/src/content/docs/about/portfolio-reviews.md b/src/content/docs/about/portfolio-reviews.md index 02f1b77..50d021a 100644 --- a/src/content/docs/about/portfolio-reviews.md +++ b/src/content/docs/about/portfolio-reviews.md @@ -159,12 +159,13 @@ Once you have established active community membership through regular participat ### 4.3. Review Delivery **Delivery Methods:** -**(a)** Reviews are typically delivered via email to the requester; -**(b)** Feedback may include written comments, suggestions, and recommendations; -**(c)** Reviews may reference specific sections or elements of submitted materials; -**(d)** Requesters are responsible for providing accurate contact information; -**(e)** We are not responsible for delivery failures caused by incorrect contact information or email system failures; -**(f)** Requesters will be notified when reviews have been completed and delivered. +**(a)** Reviews are provided in WRITTEN FORMAT ONLY and are delivered via email to the requester; +**(b)** We do NOT schedule calls or video meetings to conduct portfolio reviews; all feedback is provided in written format; +**(c)** Feedback includes written comments, suggestions, and recommendations; +**(d)** Reviews may reference specific sections or elements of submitted materials; +**(e)** Requesters are responsible for providing accurate contact information; +**(f)** We are not responsible for delivery failures caused by incorrect contact information or email system failures; +**(g)** Requesters will be notified when reviews have been completed and delivered. ## 5. REVIEW CONTENT AND STANDARDS @@ -230,12 +231,14 @@ Once you have established active community membership through regular participat ### 7.2. Review-Specific Disclaimers **Additional Limitations:** -**(a)** We are not liable for outcomes, decisions, or results based on reviews we provide; -**(b)** We do not guarantee job offers, interviews, or professional opportunities based on our reviews; -**(c)** We are not responsible for third-party decisions, application processes, or evaluation criteria; -**(d)** Our liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law; -**(e)** Reviews are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind; -**(f)** We are not responsible for requester implementation of feedback or changes made to materials. +**(a)** Portfolio reviews are provided as FREE services offered in good faith, to the best of our ability and knowledge; +**(b)** We are NOT liable for ANY outcomes, decisions, or results that arise from portfolio reviews we provide, including but not limited to job offers, interviews, hiring decisions, or professional opportunities; +**(c)** What you do with the information, feedback, and recommendations provided in portfolio reviews is YOUR OWN RESPONSIBILITY; +**(d)** We do not guarantee job offers, interviews, or professional opportunities based on our reviews; +**(e)** We are not responsible for third-party decisions, application processes, or evaluation criteria; +**(f)** Our liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law; +**(g)** Reviews are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind; +**(h)** We are not responsible for requester implementation of feedback or changes made to materials. ## 8. REQUEST FORM AND SUBMISSION diff --git a/src/content/docs/about/recommendations.md b/src/content/docs/about/recommendations.md index a76dcc9..64e7387 100644 --- a/src/content/docs/about/recommendations.md +++ b/src/content/docs/about/recommendations.md @@ -129,14 +129,16 @@ Once you have established active community membership through regular participat ### 4.3. Recommendation Delivery **Delivery Methods:** -**(a)** Recommendations may be delivered through methods specified in the request, including: +**(a)** Recommendations are provided in WRITTEN FORMAT ONLY; +**(b)** We do NOT schedule calls or video meetings to conduct recommendations; all recommendations are provided as written letters or documents; +**(c)** Recommendations may be delivered through methods specified in the request, including: **(i)** Direct submission to the requesting organisation or institution; **(ii)** Email delivery to the requester or designated recipient; **(iii)** Physical letter delivery when required; **(iv)** Online submission through designated portals or systems; -**(b)** Requesters are responsible for providing accurate submission instructions and contact information; -**(c)** We are not responsible for delivery failures caused by incorrect submission information or third-party system failures; -**(d)** Requesters will be notified when recommendations have been submitted or delivered. +**(d)** Requesters are responsible for providing accurate submission instructions and contact information; +**(e)** We are not responsible for delivery failures caused by incorrect submission information or third-party system failures; +**(f)** Requesters will be notified when recommendations have been submitted or delivered. ## 5. RECOMMENDATION CONTENT AND STANDARDS @@ -199,11 +201,13 @@ Once you have established active community membership through regular participat ### 7.2. Recommendation-Specific Disclaimers **Additional Limitations:** -**(a)** We are not liable for outcomes, decisions, or results based on recommendations we provide; -**(b)** We do not guarantee acceptance, approval, or success in any opportunity supported by our recommendations; -**(c)** We are not responsible for third-party decisions, application processes, or evaluation criteria; -**(d)** Our liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law; -**(e)** Recommendations are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. +**(a)** Recommendations are provided as FREE services offered in good faith, to the best of our ability and knowledge; +**(b)** We are NOT liable for ANY outcomes, decisions, or results that arise from recommendations we provide, including but not limited to acceptance, approval, success, rejection, or any consequences related to opportunities supported by our recommendations; +**(c)** What you do with the information and recommendations provided is YOUR OWN RESPONSIBILITY; +**(d)** We do not guarantee acceptance, approval, or success in any opportunity supported by our recommendations; +**(e)** We are not responsible for third-party decisions, application processes, or evaluation criteria; +**(f)** Our liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law; +**(g)** Recommendations are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. ## 8. 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