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collaboration/constraints.md

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-<!-- this template is for inspiration, feel free to change it however you like! -->
+# ⚙️ Project Boundaries & Constraints
 
-# Constraints
+## 🚧 Clear Boundaries for Efficiency
 
-Some boundaries around our project.
+To ensure efficiency and balanced contributions,the project should have
+clear boundaries.
 
-## External
+Roles and responsibilities should be well-defined to prevent
+overlapping efforts.
 
-<!--
-  constraints coming from the outside that your team has no control over:
-  - project deadlines
-  - number of unit tests required to pass a code review
-  - technologies (sometimes a client will tell you what to use)
-  - power or connectivity
-  - ...
--->
+Expectations should be set for balanced contributions, considering
+members' constraints.
 
-## Internal: Involuntary
+A culture of constructive feedback and solution-focused discussions
+should be established.
 
-<!--
-  constraints that come from within your team, and you have no control over:
-  - each of your individual skill levels
-  - amount of time available to work on the project
--->
+A clear process for resolving conflicts is essential.
 
-## Internal: Voluntary
+These boundaries aim to create a productive and supportive
+environment for the team
 
-<!--
-  constraints that your team decided on to help scope the project. they may include:
-  - coding style & conventions
-  - agree on a code review checklist for the project repository
-  - the number of hours you want to spend working
-  - only using the colors black and white
--->
+## 🌍 External Constraints
+
+The team faces several external constraints impacting collaboration:
+
+* **🌍 Timezones:** Remote work across different timezones can
+be challenging.
+* **🌐 Internet Access:** Limited or unstable internet access complicates
+communication and online collaboration.
+* **👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family & Work:** Some members are constrained by family and work
+responsibilities.
+* **📚 Academic Commitments:** Others face time limitations due to
+university exams.
+
+## ⚙️ Internal Involuntary Constraints
+
+'''The team faces several **internal involuntary constraints** that affect
+their progress:'''
+
+* **📂 Git & GitHub Knowledge:** Many members lack prior knowledge or
+experience with Git and GitHub.
+* **🛠️ Technical Expertise:** Limited technical expertise, combined with
+new skills
+required, is a challenge to the team members.
+* **⏳ Time Availability:** Balancing professional commitments and personal
+responsibilities limits availability.
+
+These factors create hurdles in both **skill development** and
+**team collaboration**.
+
+## 🛠️ Internal Voluntary Constraints
+
+Members commit to the following **voluntary constraints** to ensure
+steady progress:
+
+* **📝 Daily Progress Updates:** Members will provide daily updates on
+their progress.
+* **💻 Medium-level Coding Challenges:** Focus on coding challenges that
+match everyone's skill level to promote learning.
+* **⚖️ Balancing Commitments:** Prioritizing a balance between project
+work and other commitments.
+* **📬 Asynchronous Communication:** Emphasis on using asynchronous methods
+like GitHub issues and pull requests.
+
+These guidelines aim to foster effective teamwork, skill development, and
+steady project progress.