CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md

# Contributor Covenant Code of Conduct

## Our Pledge

We pledge to make participation in CogniXpert v1.0 a harassment‑free experience for everyone, regardless of age, body size, disability, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, level of experience, nationality, personal appearance, race, religion, or sexual identity and orientation.

## Our Standards

- Use welcoming and inclusive language
- Respect differing viewpoints and experiences
- Gracefully accept constructive criticism
- Focus on what is best for the community
- Show empathy towards others

## Unacceptable Behavior

- Harassment, bullying, or discrimination
- Publishing others’ private information
- Disruptive or derogatory comments
- Other conduct which could reasonably be considered inappropriate

## Responsibilities

Maintainers are responsible for clarifying standards and taking appropriate and fair corrective action in response to unacceptable behavior.

## Scope

This Code applies within project spaces and in public spaces when an individual is representing the project.

## Enforcement

Report issues to: `hello@cogni-x.com` (or open a confidential issue). All complaints will be reviewed and investigated.

## Attribution

Adapted from the [Contributor Covenant](https://www.contributor-covenant.org) v2.1.