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+# Code of Conduct
+
+We want a welcoming, inclusive, and harassment-free community.
+
+## Our Standards
+- Be respectful and constructive.
+- Assume good intent; ask questions before judging.
+- No harassment, discrimination, or personal attacks.
+- Keep discussions focused on the project.
+
+## Scope
+This applies in project spaces (issues, PRs, discussions) and when representing the project.
+
+## Enforcement
+If you experience or witness unacceptable behavior, please report it via the repository’s Security/Contact options.
+Maintainers may remove, edit, or reject content and contributions that violate this Code of Conduct.
+
+## Acknowledgement
+This Code of Conduct is adapted from the Contributor Covenant (v2.1).