Frequently asked questions

About supporting the Aitra Project. These answers mirror the Supporter Terms on the call for collaboration page.

What is the Aitra Project?

Aitra is an open source project for AI infrastructure intelligence, measuring how AI uses infrastructure from model to facility. It is hosted by the SODA Foundation.

What does it mean to support the project?

Joining as a Supporter is a statement of support for the Aitra Project. It is not membership in the SODA Foundation or the Linux Foundation and confers no membership rights, board seat, or Technical Steering Committee seat.

Does supporting require a contribution or payment?

No. Signing requires no specific contribution, purchase, partnership, license of proprietary technology, or financial support, unless separately agreed in writing.

How is the project licensed, and what about my intellectual property?

Contributions are made under the Apache License 2.0 and the applicable Aitra and SODA Foundation contribution policies, including the applicable CLA or DCO. You retain ownership of your pre-existing intellectual property and are not required to contribute proprietary technology or confidential information.

What is expected of supporters?

Supporters collaborate openly, support vendor-neutral interoperability, do not use participation to restrict other organizations, and comply with the Linux Foundation Antitrust Policy in all Aitra activities. Participation confers no exclusive rights or unilateral control over the project.

Is this an endorsement or certification of my product?

No. The Aitra Project measures how AI uses infrastructure, not model accuracy or output quality. It does not rank, certify, or endorse vendors, models, or products, and supporters will not represent their participation as such an endorsement.

Is there a warranty?

No. Aitra technologies and project materials are developed through an open community process, may change over time, and are provided without warranty except as required by applicable law.

How long does support last, and can I withdraw?

Support takes effect on submission, or on approver confirmation where an approver is named, and remains effective until you withdraw it by written notice to the SODA Foundation.

What is the deadline to be recognized as a launch supporter?

Submissions received by November 20, 2026 count as launch supporters once approved by November 30, 2026. The launch is at Open Source Summit Japan in Tokyo, December 7 to 9, 2026.

How is my information handled?

We only publish approved supporters who opted in, and we never publish contact details. See the Privacy Policy.

How do I become a maintainer?

Maintainers are confirmed through the project's governance process. See GOVERNANCE.md. You can express maintainership interest when you join as a Supporter.

Who do I contact with questions?

For supporter, press, and governance questions, email info@sodafoundation.io. See the contact page.