Checklist for Collaboration

This checklist aims to enhance collaboration among team members and across teams, leveraging GitHub’s tools and features.

Effective Communication

• Does the team encourage open communication and early-stage collaboration?
• Are there established channels for proactive engagement and feedback?
• Ensure pull requests are used effectively for code collaboration and review.
• Is there a formalized code review process in place?
• Are conversation tools integrated seamlessly with the development workflow?
• Are discussions linked directly to the codebase to reduce context-switching?
• Check for integrations with external communication tools like Slack or Microsoft Teams.
• Are GitHub Enterprise-specific communication tools and features being utilized effectively?

Inclusivity

• Is there an onboarding process that incorporates key tooling concepts for new team members?
• Are new team members trained to understand existing processes, workflows, and practices?
• Does the team foster a culture of learning and mentoring?
• Are there initiatives to ensure that diverse perspectives are included in decision-making?
• Are GitHub Enterprise-specific onboarding and training materials provided to new team members?

Openness

• Are there virtual spaces for exchanging ideas, posing questions, and deliberating issues?
• Are there processes for communicating security findings throughout the project lifecycle?
• Is there a comprehensive knowledge repository for documentation and guidelines?
• Evaluate the use of GitHub Discussions or other tools for team communication.
• Review access controls to ensure appropriate permissions for collaborators.
• Are GitHub Enterprise-specific features like internal repositories and wikis being used to promote openness?

Transparency

• Are there standardized processes for communicating security findings?
• Are all team members informed about the project’s progress in real-time?
• Are there automated workflows that trigger notifications and updates across different teams?
• Are GitHub Projects or other project management tools used to provide visibility into project status?
• Are GitHub Enterprise-specific audit logs and monitoring tools used to ensure transparency?

Flexibility

• Does the team model facilitate a culture of open dialogue and collective ownership?
• Are there automated workflows to boost productivity and maintain high-quality standards?
• Are standard project management methodologies adopted to streamline the code delivery process?
• Is there integration with third-party tools to enhance functionality and productivity?
• Are GitHub Enterprise-specific customization options and integrations being leveraged to enhance flexibility to various team needs?