Updated TC FAQs

I added the questions suggested at today’s TC meeting. New questions are at the end of the list. We can re-order the list as we go along.

Someone suggested a question about resources such as Kavi and Git. I didn’t get the entire question, so please let me know exactly what you would like me to add to the FAQ.

Let me know if you think of any other questions.

Thanks,

Deb

Is there an agenda for the DITA TC meetings?

Yes, the agenda for the weekly meetings is posted on the Front Page tab of the OASIS DITA TC Wiki, https://wiki.oasis-open.org/dita. The agenda is available to the general public. A link to previous agendas is also available on the Front Page.

How often does the DITA TC meet?

The TC meets weekly - Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. EST.

How do I access previous meeting minutes?

You must have an OASIS account to access the DITA TC group workspace. After you log into the DITA TC group workspace, the meeting minutes are available from the Documents tab.

What are the levels of TC participation?

As a technical committee member, you can attend regular meetings. OASIS defines member roles and responsibilities on the Member Roles on Committees page, https://www.oasis-open.org/committees/roles.

How do I find information about subcommittees and the work of the subcommittee?

Each subcommittee has a Front page and member-only pages. Links to the active subcommittees are available on the DITA TC page, https://www.oasis-open.org/committees/tc_home.php?wg_abbrev=dita.

Do I have to attend TC meetings to be a member of and attend subcommittee meetings?

No, you are not required to attend TC meetings. However, you must first be a member of the TC before you can become a member of a subcommittee. Refer to the OASIS Technical Committee Process guidelines, https://www.oasis-open.org/policies-guidelines/tc-process, for details.

Where do I find call-in information for TC meetings?

Contact the committee chair for contact information, dita-chair@lists.oasis-open.org.

Do I need technical skills to join the TC?

The DITA TC is a group of individuals with a variety of skills. The TC requires all levels of expertise to maintain and evolve the DITA specification. The TC has need for individuals with strong DITA and XML expertise, individuals who are detail oriented, and individuals with troubleshooting skills. Some DITA TC members have the opportunity to gain technical experience as they contribute to the specifications. Other individuals provide editorial support as they review the changes to the specification. Another group of individuals provide technical review as they test changes to the specification. Management and support for the DITA specification requires individuals of all skill levels and areas of expertise.

Deb Bissantz

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