IntersectMBO · Emmanuel-Tyty · Feb 3, 2026
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 ### Questions and Support
 - **Discord**: First become a member at [Intersect](https://www.intersectmbo.org/) and register at [members.intersectmbo.org](https://members.intersectmbo.org/registration) to get voting rights, participate in governance decisions, and access our Discord community's #developer-experience channel. See our [Intersect Membership Guide](docs/intersect-membership-guide.md) for all benefits
+- **FAQs**: Check our **[Frequently Asked Questions](docs/faq.md)** for common answers.
 - **Issues**: Create an issue for bug reports or feature requests
 - **Discussions**: Use GitHub Discussions for questions and ideas
 

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+---
+sidebar_position: 999
+title: FAQs
+description: Common questions and answers for Cardano contributors and developers.
+---
+
+# Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
+
+Welcome to the Frequently Asked Questions! This section addresses common questions from contributors and developers to help you navigate the ecosystem, understand roles, and get started effectively.
+
+## General Ecosystem
+
+<details>
+<summary>Who is who? (Intersect, IOG, CF, Emurgo)</summary>
+
+The ecosystem is decentralized, but there are key entities:
+- **Intersect**: The member-based organization responsible for the continuity, governance, and development of the core codebase.
+- **IOG (Input Output Global)**: A software research and engineering company that built much of the original core infrastructure.
+- **Cardano Foundation (CF)**: A Swiss non-profit focused on brand, adoption, and governance oversight.
+- **Emurgo**: The commercial arm driving enterprise adoption and education.
+- **Cardano**: The decentralized blockchain protocol itself, owned by no single entity.
+
+</details>
+
+<details>
+<summary>How do I join Intersect?</summary>
+
+Joining Intersect is the best way to get involved in governance and decision-making. You can join as an **Associate** (free) or an **Individual Member** ($10/year) to get voting rights.
+
+- **[Read the Complete Membership Guide](./intersect-membership-guide.md)** for a detailed comparison of tiers and benefits.
+- **[Register here](https://members.intersectmbo.org/registration)** to sign up immediately.
+
+</details>
+
+<details>
+<summary>When are meetings?</summary>
+
+The **Developer Experience Working Group** holds weekly sessions. 
+- The schedule alternates between morning and evening slots to accommodate global time zones.
+- Use the **[Working Group Calendar](./working-group/readme.md)** or check the `#developer-experience` channel in Discord for the specific time and link for this week's meeting.
+
+</details>
+
+<details>
+<summary>Where can I ask questions and get help?</summary>
+
+- **Discord**: Join the `#developer-experience` channel in the [Intersect Discord](https://discord.gg/intersect).
+- **Stack Exchange**: For technical Q&A: [cardano.stackexchange.com](https://cardano.stackexchange.com).
+- **Cardano Forum**: For discussions: [forum.cardano.org](https://forum.cardano.org).
+
+</details>
+
+---
+
+## Roles, Skills & Funding
+
+<details>
+<summary>Do I need to know Haskell to contribute?</summary>
+
+**No!** While the core Cardano node is written in Haskell, the ecosystem is vast:
+- **TypeScript/JavaScript**: Build with MeshJS, Lucid, or contrib to web tools.
+- **Rust**: Used heavily in key libraries (Pallas, Aiken).
+- **Go, Python, Java**: Have their own SDKs and wrapper libraries.
+- **Non-Code**: We need help with **Documentation**, **Design**, **Governance**, and **Translation**.
+
+</details>
+
+<details>
+<summary>Is there funding or payment for contributors?</summary>
+
+Yes, there are several avenues:
+- **Paid Open Source Model (POSM)**: A specific framework where Intersect pays maintenance teams to ensure core repositories are maintained and improved. [Read more about POSM](https://www.intersectmbo.org/news/the-paid-open-source-model).
+- **Grants**: Intersect and the Cardano Foundation offer grants for specific work.
+- **Project Catalyst**: A community voting mechanism where you can propose projects for funding.
+- **Bounties**: Occasionally posted for resolving specific issues.
+- **Membership**: Being an Intersect member helps you network with teams effectively hiring or looking for partners.
+
+</details>
+
+<details>
+<summary>What is a Contributor vs Maintainer?</summary>
+
+- **Contributor**: Anyone who submits code, documentation, or feedback. Open a PR and you are a contributor!
+- **Maintainer**: Members with responsibility for the direction/quality of a repo. They review PRs and manage releases.
+
+</details>
+
+---
+
+## Technical Essentials
+
+<details>
+<summary>Which Testnet should I use? (Preview vs Preprod)</summary>
+
+- **Preview**: "Fast" testing. Resets occasionally. Good for testing new features quickly.
+- **Preprod**: "Slower" testing. Resembles Mainnet parameters. Good for long-term integration testing.
+- **SanchoNet**: specifically for testing **Governance** features (CIP-1694).
+- **Mainnet**: Production. Real money.
+
+</details>
+
+<details>
+<summary>What is a CIP?</summary>
+
+**Cardano Improvement Proposal**. It is a design document providing information to the community, or describing a new feature or process. It is how standards are agreed upon.
+
+</details>
+
+<details>
+<summary>How do I set up my development environment?</summary>
+
+- **New Developers**: Check our **[Beginner Guides](./how-to-guide/beginner/)**.
+- **Specific Tools**: See the **[Tools section](./resources/tools.md)**.
+
+</details>
+
+---
+
+## Governance & Organization
+
+<details>
+<summary>How are decisions made?</summary>
+
+Decisions are made through **Working Groups**, **Committees** (like the Technical Steering Committee), and **Member Voting** on-chain or off-chain depending on the topic.
+
+</details>
+
+<details>
+<summary>How do funding, proposals, and repositories relate?</summary>
+
+- **Intersect**: Coordinates governance and development.
+- **Funding**: Distributed via grants or Catalyst.
+- **Repositories**: Codebases often managed by Intersect or Community, serving as shared infrastructure.
+
+</details>
+
+---
+
+## Still have questions?
+If you didn't find your answer here, please ask in the **[Discord Community](https://discord.com/invite/intersect)** or open an issue in this repository.
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 ### **Community Support**
 - **Discord**: First become a member at [Intersect](https://www.intersectmbo.org/) and register at [members.intersectmbo.org](https://members.intersectmbo.org/registration) to get voting rights and access to our Discord community's #developer-experience channel. See our [Intersect Membership Guide](./intersect-membership-guide.md) to learn about all the benefits including decision-making power in the Cardano ecosystem
+- **FAQs**: Check our **[Frequently Asked Questions](./faq.md)** for common answers.
 - **Forum**: Ask questions on [Cardano Forum](https://forum.cardano.org)
 - **Stack Exchange**: Get technical help at [Cardano Stack Exchange](https://cardano.stackexchange.com)
 

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-label: How To Guide
+label: How To Guide
+position: 10
+link:
+  type: generated-index
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 label: Resources
-position: 1
+position: 15
+link:
+  type: generated-index
@@ -11,6 +11,7 @@ There are a variety of community resources in the Cardano ecosystem for anyone l
 | What You Need | Where to Go | Link |
 |--------------|-------------|------|
 | Quick question or real-time help | Discord or Telegram | See Discord section below |
+| Common questions & misunderstandings | Frequently Asked Questions | **[Read FAQs](../faq.md)** |
 | Detailed problem that needs troubleshooting | Stack Exchange (search first!) | [cardano.stackexchange.com](https://cardano.stackexchange.com) |
 | Feedback on tools or docs | GitHub Discussions | [developer-experience](https://github.com/IntersectMBO/developer-experience/discussions) |
 | Technical consultation for your project | OSO Project Support | [oso@intersectmbo.org](https://committees.docs.intersectmbo.org/intersect-open-source-committee/about/open-source-office-oso/project-support-services) |

@@ -0,0 +1,4 @@
+label: Tutorials
+position: 20
+link:
+  type: generated-index
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+label: Developer Experience Working Group
+position: 30
+link:
+  type: doc
+  id: readme
@@ -34,7 +34,8 @@ Our inaugural quarterly initiative focused on creating a clear entry path for ne
 1. First become a member at [Intersect](https://www.intersectmbo.org/) and register at [members.intersectmbo.org](https://members.intersectmbo.org/registration) to get voting rights, participate in governance, and access our Discord community. Learn more in our [Intersect Membership Guide](../intersect-membership-guide.md)
 2. Introduce yourself in the Developer Experience channel
 3. Attend weekly working group sessions
-4. Contribute to documentation and resources
+4. **Check the FAQs**: Before asking questions, see if your answer is in our **[Frequently Asked Questions](../faq.md)**.
+5. Contribute to documentation and resources
 
 ### Session Schedule
 - **Cadence**: Weekly sessions

@@ -127,6 +127,11 @@ const config: Config = {
             },
           ],
         },
+        {
+          label: "FAQs",
+          to: "/docs/faq",
+          position: "left",
+        },
         {
           type: "search",
           position: "right",
@@ -195,6 +200,10 @@ const config: Config = {
               label: "Tools & APIs",
               to: "/docs/resources/tools",
             },
+            {
+              label: "FAQs",
+              to: "/docs/faq",
+            },
           ],
         },
       ],