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-# Maintainers
-
-This file lists the current maintainers of this project.
-
-## Active Maintainers
-
-| Name | GitHub | Role | Since |
-|------|--------|------|-------|
-| Metadatastician | @metadatastician | Primary | Project Start |
-
-## Emeritus Maintainers
-
-None at this time.
-
-## Becoming a Maintainer
-
-To become a maintainer:
-
-1. Demonstrate consistent, high-quality contributions
-2. Show understanding of the project's goals and architecture
-3. Be active in code reviews and community discussions
-4. Be nominated by an existing maintainer
-5. Be approved by consensus of existing maintainers
-
-## Maintainer Responsibilities
-
-- Reviewing and merging pull requests
-- Managing releases
-- Triaging issues
-- Enforcing code standards
-- Mentoring new contributors
-- Participating in decision-making
-
-## Maintainer Expectations
-
-- Respond to issues and PRs in a timely manner
-- Follow the code of conduct
-- Be transparent in decision-making
-- Communicate clearly and respectfully
-
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-
-*Last updated: 2026-07-18*