Core Builders

Apply for Core Builder Status

50 seats. Invitation by proof, not promise.

Why Core Builders

Algorism needs operators who convert ideas into working systems. Core Builders design, test, and harden the practice layer: audits, tools, protocols, and community infrastructure that make alignment actionable.

Outcomes over opinions. Shipping over signaling. Patterns over promises.

Requirements

  • Pattern Audit: Share links to your last 90 days of public work (GitHub, papers, posts, products, talks, datasets, demos)

  • Weekly Participation: ~5+ hours of consistent engagement

  • Monthly Ship: One framework, tool, or analysis

  • Quarterly Review: Keep your seat through measurable impact

Evidence of shipping > titles. Bring URLs, not resumes.

How Admission Works

  1. Apply: Submit the form with proof-of-work links

  2. Asynchronous Review: Scored by rubric below

  3. 20‑minute Interview: Focus on your shipped work and next month’s plan

  4. 30‑day Trial: Ship one concrete contribution

  5. Seat Offer: Join for a 90‑day cycle; renew by impact

Selection Rubric

Dimension 0 1 2 3 Shipping Cadence No recent work 1 item in 90 days 2–3 items 4+ items with iteration Leverage Small, local impact Useful to a few Reusable by others Multiplier tool/framework used by many Clarity Vague, no docs Minimal README Clear docs + examples Clear docs + examples + tests/tutorials Evidence Claims only Screenshots Live link or repo Live + users/metrics Alignment Fit Off-mission Adjacent On-mission Directly advances core pillars

Threshold to interview: average ≥1.8.
Seat probability: average ≥2.3 and strong fit.

Operating Rhythm

  • Weekly: standup thread + progress checkpoint

  • Monthly: one shipped asset with short postmortem

  • Quarterly: impact review and seat renewal

Shipped asset examples:

  • Mirror Scan v2 scoring rubric and code

  • Daily Ritual Tracker MVP or integrations

  • Pattern Assessment automation using public signals

  • Moderation protocol that measurably reduces noise

  • Research brief with actionable procedure adopted by members

Code of Conduct

  • Operate with epistemic honesty and cite sources

  • No harassment, political baiting, or adversarial speech; optimize for clarity over heat

  • Publish minimal viable artifacts; iterate in public when safe

  • Respect privacy. Redact sensitive data

Violation handling: warn → restrict → remove seat. Appeals are reviewed by two leads.

IP and Attribution

  • Contributor retains ownership of all Contributions.

  • Contributor grants Algorism LLC (operator of Algorism.org) a perpetual, worldwide, non‑exclusive, royalty‑free, transferable, sublicensable license to host, use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, distribute, and display the Contribution with attribution for any purpose related to Algorism.

  • Default public licenses:

    • Code: Licensed by the Contributor under the MIT License by default.

    • Non‑code (docs, designs, images, research briefs): Licensed by the Contributor under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) by default.
      Contributor remains the copyright holder.

  • Alternative terms: If you require a different license, state it in your application; acceptance is at Algorism LLC’s discretion.

  • Third‑party material: Do not submit content you lack rights to. Identify any third‑party components and their licenses.

  • Attribution: Algorism credits Contributors on published artifacts.

Tools and Workspace

  • GitHub org and issues for work tracking

  • Shared docs with change logs

  • Async forum for design reviews and standups

  • Optional voice rooms for sprints; recordings summarized

Time and Seats

  • Time: Plan for ~5–8 hours/week. Quiet weeks are fine if monthly ship stays on track

  • Seats: 50 active. Waitlist opens as needed. Inactive seats are recycled after review

Application Checklist

  • 3–6 proof‑of‑work links from the last 90 days

  • Short description of each link: problem → artifact → outcome

  • Your next 30‑day plan inside Algorism

  • Optional: metrics, user feedback, or adoption evidence

Application Form Fields

  • Name

  • Email

  • Location / Time Zone

  • Primary Role (researcher, engineer, product, philosopher, operator)

  • Proof‑of‑Work Links (3–6)

  • Brief Context per Link (one or two sentences)

  • Your 30‑Day Plan (what will you ship?)

  • Time Availability (hours/week)

  • Conflicts or Constraints (if any)

  • Anything Else We Should See

  • License Exceptions (optional): Any alternate license you require for this submission

  • Agreement: I agree to the Code of Conduct, Privacy, and IP terms, including default licensing (MIT for code, CC BY 4.0 for non‑code), and acknowledge this page is informational and not legal advice

Implementation: Use a Squarespace Form Block or embed a Google Form. Route to a dedicated alias (e.g., corebuilders@algorism.org).

Privacy & Data Use

  • Submissions are reviewed by Algorism LLC reviewers only.

  • We store applications on Algorism LLC systems and service providers.

  • We do not sell personal data. You may request deletion at any time via the application email.

  • Do not include confidential or trade‑secret information in your application.

Legal Disclaimer

  • This page is informational and is not legal advice.

  • Participation does not create an attorney–client relationship.

  • Algorism LLC may update these terms; the version on this page controls.

  • Seek independent legal counsel for specific questions.

FAQ

Is this paid?
No. This is a contribution‑first cohort. Grants or bounties may be proposed per artifact.

Can I lose my seat?
Yes. Seats depend on shipped impact and peer reviews. Quarterly reviews recycle inactive seats.

Can I apply again if not selected?
Yes. Reapply after 30 days with new shipped work.

What counts as a “shipped” artifact?
Anything useful and accessible: code, docs, data, designs, research with procedures, operations playbooks.

I have limited time. Worth applying?
If you can deliver one clear artifact per month, yes.

Submit Your Application

Complete the form below. No external links or extra pages. The form is the application.