Contributing to the SPID Protocol
The SPID Protocol is an open standard designed for a new, voice-native, AI-aware internet — and we can’t build it alone.
Whether you're a developer, designer, business owner, content creator, or just curious — there’s a place for you in this movement.
Ways You Can Contribute
1. Improve the Protocol or Documentation
- Suggest edits, additions, or clarifications to the spec
- Help document real-world use cases
- Submit issues, feedback, or pull requests on GitHub
Start with Spec or Packet Format
2. Build With SPID
- Create tools, templates, or viewers for Smart Packets
- Build open-source resolvers or inbox tools
- Prototype Smart Packet integrations for your app or assistant
Tag your project with spid-protocol and link to spidprotocol.org
3. Share Your Use Case
Have a Smart Packet use case in healthcare, coaching, education, or async sales? We'd love to highlight it.
- Open a PR to Use Cases
- Add a post to the
/blog - Submit a demo link or walkthrough to our team
4. Join Community & Governance (Coming Soon)
We’re launching:
- A working group for protocol evolution
- Public PulseID registry + validator
- Open calls and contributor Q&As
Join the waitlist or drop your email at spidprotocol.org to get notified.
Contribution Guidelines
We welcome all contributors who follow our values:
- Openness and interoperability
- Human-first, AI-augmented communication
- Respect for privacy, clarity, and trust
All contributions should:
- Be constructive and respectful
- Use neutral, inclusive language
- Follow the structure of existing files
Repo Structure Overview
| Folder / File | Purpose |
|---|---|
/docs | Core protocol documentation |
/blog | Announcements, deep dives, and use cases |
/public/img | Diagrams, logos, and illustrations |
/static/validator | Upcoming tools for packet validation |
New Here? Start With…
- Read the Introduction
- Create a basic Smart Packet
- Try publishing one for yourself or your business
- Join the conversation on GitHub or Twitter
Together, we can make the AI-powered web more structured, ethical, and human-first — one Smart Packet at a time.