Outside-in audits for open source and developer communities
We find friction, quantify impact, and provide fixes you can ship.
Commit Confidential is a network of community professionals operating with quiet coordination, a place where curiosity meets integrity and feedback becomes fuel for progress. We value discretion over drama, action over ego, and cleverness over chaos. Every conversation here is designed for signal, clear intent, shared respect, and a drive to make open source better, together.
- Friction audits
- Onboarding reviews
- Tone checks
- Doc clarity
- Path-to-PR maps
- Recognition loops
- Safety scans
- Playbook advice
Welcome Operative.
You have been selected.
Your effort will be seen.
Your voice will be heard.
Your impact will be felt.
Our method, unclassified
We work quietly, like the Robin Hoods of open source, not vigilantes, but provocateurs of progress. We look for patterns, not blame. We identify issues and ignite improvements, returning power to the people who build the web’s future.
Secret shopper mission
Enter a project like a first time contributor. Observe how it feels to join, communicate, and contribute. Report patterns, not people.
What you will do
- Pick one open source project or community.
- Try one small interaction, a question, a first issue, or running an example.
- Record your experience using the report template.
What you will rate, 1 to 5
- Entry and onboarding - clarity of getting started.
- Communication and tone - responsiveness and respect.
- Documentation and clarity - accuracy and completeness.
- Recognition and follow through - acknowledgement and motivation.
- Culture and safety - inclusion and professionalism.
- Ecosystem and sustainability - optional health checks.
Ethics, in short
- Do not reveal personal details or name individuals.
- Describe experiences, avoid blame.
- Submit with your assigned Agent ID.
Submit your report
Choose your method. Anonymity is respected by default.
Include your Agent ID if assigned.
Most wanted - targets for insight
These are active communities where feedback agents can make a difference. Approach each with curiosity and respect. We study to strengthen, not to shame.
- LibreOffice onboarding clarity mission
- Kubernetes Docs tone and accessibility review
- Blender Dev Forums recognition pathways
- Add your candidate report@commit-confidential.org