apache/logging-log4j2 - Open Source PR Review Scorecard

Apache Log4j is a versatile, feature-rich, efficient logging API and backend for Java.

C-Rank Grade: B (Solid) - 49/100

External PR Merge Rate: 22%

Response Time: <1h

First Timer Success: 40%

Frequently Asked Questions

Is apache/logging-log4j2 welcoming to first-time open-source contributors?

apache/logging-log4j2 has a recorded first-timer success rate of 40.0%. Repositories ranked B typically provide actionable feedback during code reviews and actively nurture new community contributors.

How fast can I expect code review feedback on my pull request?

Maintainers in apache/logging-log4j2 respond to incoming external pull requests in approximately 0.5 hours on average. Keeping PRs focused on single tasks and ensuring tests pass helps maintainers review faster.

What does the 49.4 C-Rank™ score (B Tier) represent?

The C-Rank™ system evaluates GitHub projects on a 0–100 scale using real data: PR merge rates, review turnaround time, active maintainer presence, and first-time contributor success. A score of 49.4 places apache/logging-log4j2 in the B tier.

What is the external contributor pull request merge rate for apache/logging-log4j2?

The external contributor pull request merge rate for apache/logging-log4j2 is 22.2%, based on public PR activity from non-core contributors.

Are there Good First Issues available in apache/logging-log4j2?

apache/logging-log4j2 does not currently have active "good first issue" tags indexed, but accepts external contributions through standard GitHub issue tracking.

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Merge Efficiency
22.2%
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External Acceptance Rate

Percentage of community pull requests successfully merged into main.

First-Timer Success
40.0%
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First PR Conversion

Rate at which developers submitting their first repository PR succeed.

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25 core
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22.2%
Merge Gauge
40.0%
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Community Vibe51/100

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Contributor Compatibility & Review Speed Analysis for apache/logging-log4j2

When evaluating whether to contribute to apache/logging-log4j2, response velocity and maintainer engagement are crucial. GetMerged continuously tracks pull request trajectories, first-comment latency, and code review rounds to help developers avoid submitting pull requests to backlogged repositories.

Currently, maintainers of apache/logging-log4j2 acknowledge new external contributions in approximately <1 hour. Out of all submitted pull requests from non-core authors in the last 180-day window, 22.2% were successfully merged into the primary branch.

Frequently Asked Questions - Contributing to apache/logging-log4j2

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Is apache/logging-log4j2 welcoming to first-time open-source contributors?

apache/logging-log4j2 has a recorded first-timer success rate of 40.0%. Repositories ranked Solid typically provide actionable feedback during code reviews and actively nurture new community contributors.

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How fast can I expect code review feedback on my pull request?

The initial maintainer response time averages ~<1 hour. Keeping PRs scoped to single concerns and ensuring CI checks succeed will optimize review turnaround.

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What does the 49.4 C-Rank™ score represent?

The C-Rank™ index scores repositories on a 0 to 100 scale using an objective formula: external PR merge rates, initial response speed, active maintainer count, and first-time contributor retention. A score of 49.4 places apache/logging-log4j2 in the Solid tier.

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What is the external contributor pull request merge rate for apache/logging-log4j2?

The external pull request merge rate is 22.2%. GetMerged isolates non-core community contributions so external developers get an accurate benchmark of PR acceptance probability.

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Are there beginner Good First Issues open in apache/logging-log4j2?

apache/logging-log4j2 does not have open beginner labels indexed currently, but external PRs for bugs and documentation improvements are evaluated via normal issue triage.

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All metrics displayed for apache/logging-log4j2 are automatically retrieved via the public GitHub API and recalculated daily. Insider pull requests submitted by repository owners or organization members are excluded from merge rate calculations to preserve objective external contributor statistics.