THE WAY WE WORK

Curiosity with care.

A few shared expectations keep Rutherford Technology useful and welcoming.

Be constructive.

Critique ideas, not people. Beginner questions, mistakes, and unfinished projects belong here. Explain what you know without making someone prove they deserve help.

Work with permission.

Use devices, systems, software, and data you own or have permission to examine. No unauthorized access, credential theft, harmful activity, piracy, or leaked proprietary material.

Make hazards visible.

Clearly identify risks involving mains electricity, high voltage, lithium batteries, RF, chemicals, heat, tools, vehicles, or other safety systems. Advice in a discussion does not make an activity safe to attempt.

Protect other people's privacy.

Remove passwords, access tokens, customer data, addresses, and identifying details before sharing. Get permission before reposting another member's project, photo, or private Group content.

Keep communication respectful.

Keep technical teaching in visible Group discussions. Avoid unsolicited direct messages, pressure to meet, and private adult and minor mentoring. Disclose promotion and relevant affiliations.

Ask for help when something is wrong.

Use Facebook's report control for posts or comments that need moderator attention. Message the Rutherford Tech Page about moderation questions or appeals. For an urgent threat or emergency, contact the appropriate emergency service.

The Group's published rules govern participation. This community is independent and volunteer-run; named organizations are not sponsors or partners unless explicitly stated.