Content Guidelines

Content Quality Standards

1. Original and Valuable Content

• Original work: We prefer original content. If previously published, you must have rights to republish and provide the original URL.
• Practical value: Articles should provide actionable insights, tutorials, or solutions to real DevOps challenges.
• Technical accuracy: All technical information must be accurate and up-to-date.
• Depth and detail: Articles should be comprehensive and provide sufficient detail for readers to understand and implement the concepts.

2. Length and Structure

• Minimum length: 800-2000 words for comprehensive coverage
• Clear structure: Use headings, subheadings, and bullet points for readability
• Logical flow: Information should be presented in a logical, easy-to-follow sequence
• Introduction and conclusion: Include a clear introduction and summary/conclusion

3. Technical Requirements

• Code examples: Include working code examples when applicable
• Article image: Upload a relevant header image (optional, max 2MB, JPEG/PNG/GIF/WebP)
• Screenshots/diagrams: Use visuals to illustrate complex concepts (describe in text if not included)
• Version specificity: Specify versions of tools, frameworks, or platforms discussed
• Testing: Ensure all instructions and code examples have been tested

Preferred Topics

Writing Style Guidelines

4. Tone and Voice

• Professional but accessible: Write for experienced professionals while remaining approachable
• Practical focus: Emphasize real-world applications and solutions
• Objective perspective: Avoid overly promotional language
• Clear explanations: Explain technical concepts clearly without being condescending

5. Formatting and Presentation

• Rich text editor: Use our built-in rich text editor to format your content with headings, bold, italic, lists, and links
• Code blocks: Use the code formatting option in the editor for all code examples
• Lists and structure: Use the editor's list and heading tools to organize information clearly
• Links: Use the link tool to include relevant links to documentation, tools, or resources

Editorial Process

6. Review Timeline

• Initial review: 5-7 business days after submission
• Editorial feedback: We may request revisions or clarifications
• Final decision: Acceptance, rejection, or revision request
• Publication: Accepted articles are typically published within 2-3 weeks

7. What We Look For

• Unique insights: Fresh perspectives or innovative approaches
• Problem-solving: Articles that solve real DevOps challenges
• Community value: Content that benefits the broader DevOps community
• Technical depth: Sufficient detail for practical implementation
• Clear communication: Well-written and easy to understand

Common Rejection Reasons

SEO and Metadata

8. Optimization Guidelines

• Title: Clear, descriptive, and keyword-rich (50-60 characters)
• Meta description: Compelling summary that encourages clicks (150-160 characters)
• Keywords: Include relevant DevOps and technical keywords naturally
• Categories: Select appropriate categories that match your content

Rights and Attribution

9. Legal Considerations

• Copyright: You must own the rights to all content submitted
• Attribution: Properly attribute any third-party content, code, or images
• Licensing: By submitting, you grant DevOpsChat rights to publish and promote your content
• Author credit: Published articles will include your byline and any provided bio information

Questions?

If you have questions about these guidelines or need clarification on any requirements, please contact our editorial team. We're here to help you create great content for the DevOps community.