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As a member of the Kubernetes community, we are excited to receive your request for new membership in the Kubernetes Special Interest Group (SIG). This article will guide you through the process and provide information on the requirements and contributions that have been made to the Kubernetes project.

About tsuzu

tsuzu is a GitHub user who has been actively contributing to the Kubernetes project. With a strong background in software development and a passion for open-source software, tsuzu has been making significant contributions to the Kubernetes community.

Organization you are requesting membership in

The Kubernetes Special Interest Group (SIG) is a community-driven organization that focuses on the development and maintenance of the Kubernetes project. As a member of the SIG, you will have access to exclusive resources, including early access to new features, priority support, and opportunities to collaborate with other members.

Requirements for membership

To become a member of the Kubernetes SIG, you must meet the following requirements:

Review the community membership guidelines: Before applying for membership, it is essential to review the community membership guidelines to ensure that you understand the expectations and responsibilities of being a member.
Enable 2FA on your GitHub account: Two-factor authentication (2FA) is a security feature that adds an extra layer of protection to your GitHub account. To become a member of the SIG, you must enable 2FA on your account.
Subscribe to the Kubernetes dev e-mail list: The Kubernetes dev e-mail list is a community-driven forum where developers discuss the latest developments and issues related to the Kubernetes project. To become a member of the SIG, you must subscribe to the list.
Actively contribute to 1 or more Kubernetes subprojects: As a member of the SIG, you are expected to actively contribute to the Kubernetes project. This includes submitting pull requests, participating in discussions, and helping to resolve issues.
Have two sponsors that meet the sponsor requirements: To become a member of the SIG, you must have two sponsors who meet the sponsor requirements listed in the community membership guidelines. Your sponsors must be from different member companies and must be a reviewer or an approver in at least one OWNERS file within one of the Kubernetes GitHub organizations.
Verify that your sponsors are from different member companies: To ensure that your sponsors are from different member companies, you must verify this information before applying for membership.
Verify that your sponsors are a reviewer or an approver in at least one OWNERS file: To ensure that your sponsors meet the requirements, you must verify that they are a reviewer or an approver in at least one OWNERS file within one of the Kubernetes GitHub organizations.

Suggested requirements

While not required, the following suggestions are highly recommended:

Ensure your affiliation in gitdm is up to date: Gitdm is a tool used by devstats to track affiliation. To ensure that your affiliation is up to date, you must update your information in gitdm.
Ensure your affiliation in openprofile.dev is up to date: Openprofile.dev is a tool used by LFX Insights to track affiliation. To ensure that your affiliation is up to date, you must update your information in openprofile.dev.
Take the Inclusive Open Source Community Orientation course: The Inclusive Open Source Community Orientation course is a training program that helps developers understand the importance of inclusivity in open-source software. To become a member of the SIG, it is highly recommended that you take this course.

Contributions to the Kubernetes project

As a member of the SIG, you are expected to actively contribute to the Kubernetes project. tsuzu has made significant contributions to the project, including:

Cluster API: tsuzu has contributed to the Cluster API project, including submitting pull requests and participating in discussions.
Controller Runtime: tsuzu has contributed to the Controller Runtime project, including submitting pull requests and participating in discussions.
Cluster API Provider OpenStack: tsuzu has contributed to the Cluster API Provider OpenStack project, including submitting pull requests and participating in discussions.

Sponsor 1

Sponsor 1 is @sbueringer, a member of the Kubernetes community who has been actively contributing to the project.

Sponsor 2

Sponsor 2 is @JoelSpeed, a member of the Kubernetes community who has been actively contributing to the project.

Conclusion

As a member of the Kubernetes community, we understand that you may have questions about the membership process and requirements. Below, we have compiled a list of frequently asked questions (FAQs) to help you better understand the process.

Q: What is the Kubernetes Special Interest Group (SIG)?

A: The Kubernetes Special Interest Group (SIG) is a community-driven organization that focuses on the development and maintenance of the Kubernetes project. As a member of the SIG, you will have access to exclusive resources, including early access to new features, priority support, and opportunities to collaborate with other members.

Q: What are the requirements for membership in the Kubernetes SIG?

A: To become a member of the Kubernetes SIG, you must meet the following requirements:

Review the community membership guidelines
Enable 2FA on your GitHub account
Subscribe to the Kubernetes dev e-mail list
Actively contribute to 1 or more Kubernetes subprojects
Have two sponsors that meet the sponsor requirements
Verify that your sponsors are from different member companies
Verify that your sponsors are a reviewer or an approver in at least one OWNERS file

Q: What is the purpose of the community membership guidelines?

A: The community membership guidelines outline the expectations and responsibilities of being a member of the Kubernetes SIG. By reviewing these guidelines, you will understand the community's values, norms, and expectations.

Q: Why is 2FA required for membership?

A: Two-factor authentication (2FA) is a security feature that adds an extra layer of protection to your GitHub account. By requiring 2FA, we ensure that your account is secure and that you are who you claim to be.

Q: What is the Kubernetes dev e-mail list?

A: The Kubernetes dev e-mail list is a community-driven forum where developers discuss the latest developments and issues related to the Kubernetes project. By subscribing to the list, you will stay up-to-date on the latest news and discussions.

Q: What is the role of sponsors in the membership process?

A: Sponsors are members of the Kubernetes community who have agreed to support your application for membership. They must meet the sponsor requirements and be from different member companies.

Q: How do I find sponsors for my membership application?

A: You can find sponsors by reaching out to members of the Kubernetes community who you have worked with in the past or who have similar interests. Make sure to choose sponsors who meet the sponsor requirements and are from different member companies.

Q: What is the process for updating my affiliation in gitdm and openprofile.dev?

A: To update your affiliation in gitdm and openprofile.dev, follow these steps:

Log in to your GitHub account
Go to the gitdm or openprofile.dev website
Update your affiliation information
Save your changes

Q: What is the Inclusive Open Source Community Orientation course?

A: The Inclusive Open Source Community Orientation course is a training program that helps developers understand the importance of inclusivity in open-source software. By taking this course, you will learn how to create a welcoming and inclusive community.

Q: How do I submit a pull request for the Kubernetes project?

A: To submit a pull request for the Kubernetes project, follow these steps:

Log in to your GitHub account
Go to the Kubernetes repository
Create a new branch for your changes
Make your changes
Commit your changes
Push your changes to the repository
Submit a pull request

Q: What is the process for resolving issues in the Kubernetes project?

A: To resolve issues in the Kubernetes project, follow these steps:

Log in to your GitHub account
Go to the Kubernetes repository
Find the issue you want to resolve
Make your changes
Commit your changes
Push your changes to the repository
Submit a pull request

Q: How do I get help with the membership process?

A: If you need help with the membership process, you can reach out to the Kubernetes community through various channels, including:

The Kubernetes dev e-mail list
The Kubernetes Slack channel
The Kubernetes GitHub repository
The Kubernetes community forum

We hope this FAQ has helped you better understand the membership process and requirements for the Kubernetes Special Interest Group (SIG). If you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to reach out.