Masa Improvement Proposals (MIPs)

Welcome to the Masa Improvement Proposals (MIPs) repository. This is the central hub for proposing, discussing, and collaborating on enhancements to the Masa protocol.

Purpose of MIPs

MIPs are documents designed to introduce new features, processes, or changes to the Masa protocol. They provide a structured approach for the community to contribute ideas and for the project to evolve transparently.

Submitting New MIPs

To submit a new MIP:

1. Clone this repository.
2. Create a new branch for your MIP.
3. Draft your proposal using the MIP template.
4. Naming Convention: mip-<number>-<title>-<author>
5. Open a pull request or submit an issue with your draft in the DRAFT MIPs folder.

Ensure your proposal is clear, concise, and follows the formatting guidelines.

Commenting on Draft MIPs

Community feedback is essential. To comment on a draft MIP:

• Navigate to the MIP's pull request or issue.
• Provide constructive feedback and engage in discussions.

Please be respectful and keep conversations relevant to the proposal.

Guidelines for Contributions

• Be Respectful: Maintain a positive and inclusive community.
• Stay On Topic: Focus on the proposal at hand.
• Provide Evidence: Support your suggestions with clear reasoning or data.
• Follow Formatting: Use the prescribed structure for consistency.

MIP Lifecycle and Statuses

MIPs progress through several stages:

• Draft: Initial submission, open for feedback.
• Review: Undergoing detailed examination.
• Accepted: Approved for implementation.
• Rejected: Not proceeding further.
• Withdrawn: Removed by the author.

Formatting and Structure

All MIPs should include:

• Abstract: A brief summary of the proposal.
• Motivation: The problem being solved.
• Specification: Detailed description of the proposed changes.
• Rationale: Justification for design decisions.
• Backwards Compatibility: Impact on existing deployments.
• Test Cases: Examples to illustrate the proposal.
• Implementation: (Optional) Links to prototype or code samples.

Use markdown for formatting and adhere to the MIP template.

Governance Process

Acceptance of MIPs is determined by:

• Community Consensus: Majority support from participants.
• Technical Merit: Feasibility and alignment with project goals.
• Impact Assessment: Evaluation of benefits versus risks.

Final decisions are documented and communicated transparently.

Resources

• MIP Template
• Contribution Guidelines
• Code of Conduct
• [Discussion Forum](Coming soon)

Importance of Community Involvement

Your participation shapes the future of Masa. Engage actively by:

• Submitting proposals
• Providing feedback
• Participating in discussions

Thank you from the Masa community for your support.