This is a list of frequently asked questions about InnerSource Patterns.

• See the pattern template

• It abstracts information from known instances of proven solutions so that other people/companies can understand not only what was done by why it worked and how to adapt it to their own situations.

• Each organization has its own history (context) and culture (a source of forces) and even goals, so using a pattern to solve their problems will generally require adaptation of that pattern. Try to identify things about your situation that are unique and apply those as makes sense to the Context and Forces identified in the pattern. See if these additional constraints might require changes to the Solution to ensure that the pattern will work.
• Patterns can also be used as a short-hand when discussing InnerSource programs across organizational boundaries.

• The vast majority of InnerSource Patterns meetings and all conversations in the InnerSource Commons Slack are held under the Chatham House Rule that should provide sufficient protection to enable a productive discussion.
• To answer the question directly: No, you don't have to get NDAs signed :)