FACIS invites developers to actively help shape a federated multi-provider cloud infrastructure in Europe – openly, collaboratively, and hands-on. Get involved in developing and integrating a truly European multi-cloud system.
FACIS is part of the open-source Eclipse XFSC project. At its core, Eclipse XFSC is a toolbox of software tools that helps different organizations connect and share data securely and fairly, without relying on one central system. It includes:
- Building blocks for identity checks, trust, data rules;
- Easy-to-use tools so that these networks – called federations – can actually work in real life; and
- An Orchestration Engine (ORCE).
These are exactly the kinds of tools needed to realize a resilient, collaborative, and interoperable multi-provider cloud in Europe — the core mission of FACIS.
Why join us?
FACIS and XFSC are committed to fostering an inclusive and dynamic community. Whether you’re a developer, researcher, or enthusiast, your contributions can make a difference. Let’s shape the future of federated digital ecosystems together! Now is the time to bring FACIS to life — and you can play a key role. Here’s how to get involved:
Shape specifications through real-world input.
Share your organization’s requirements, challenges, and ideas to help define practical standards for multi-provider cloud systems. The more concrete the input, the more adaptable and effective the resulting tools become.
Build and extend with open source.
Use and contribute to open-source modules, templates, and code to develop, test, and scale federated multi-cloud environments. This includes tools like Federation Architecture Patterns (FAPs) and a Digital Contracting Services tool based on European Unique Identifiers (EUIDs).
Strengthen a growing community.
Join a vibrant Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) ecosystem committed to trust, security, interoperability, and sustainable innovation in European digital infrastructure.
As a community-driven initiative, there are several ways you can get involved and help shape the future of federated digital infrastructure.
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Contact UsTo start contributing, create an Eclipse account and sign the Eclipse Contributor Agreement (ECA). Explore the XFSC GitHub repositories, fork the one relevant to your interests, and begin coding. More details, tools, and onboarding guidance are available in the Developer Hub.
All contributions must follow the Eclipse Foundation’s standard process:
Sign the Eclipse Contributor Agreement (ECA)
Submit changes via pull requests on GitHub
Ensure code is well-documented, tested, and aligned with project goals
Follow repository-specific rules.
Full details can be found in the Developer Hub.
If you have any technical questions, feel free to reach out to our Technical Lead, Lauresha Toska.