---
name: OpenPRoT RFC Issue Template
about: Template for OpenPRoT contributors to file an RFC proposing significant changes to the project.
title: "[RFC] {RFC title here}"
labels: RFC
assignees: ''

---

# [edit] Title for contribution proposal
[edit] Abstract

## Scope
[edit] What parts of the project will be affected.
* [edit] Overview of anticipated changes to specifications or other documentation (e.g., repo structures, APIs, etc.)

## Rationale
[edit] The motivation and justification for the change, including why it is important to include in the project.

## Implementation Tradeoffs
[edit] Details of various implementations being considered and the reasons for selecting the proposed approach.

## Implementation Timeline
[edit] A realistic estimate for completion and the intended release or milestone.

## Test Plan
[edit] Required for any security-critical or architectural changes to ensure quality and maintainability.

## Maintenance
[edit] The individual or team responsible as the point of contact for this feature now and in the future.