Briefly describe the proposed change.
Explain why this change is needed. Focus on the problem, not the solution.
Describe the proposed solution.
Include enough detail for reviewers to understand what would change and what decision is being requested.
List the main alternatives and why they are not preferred.
This does not need to be exhaustive. Include only alternatives that were seriously considered.
Describe known risks, trade-offs, or downsides.
List unresolved questions that need reviewer input.
Filled in when the RFC is accepted, rejected, or obsolete.
Summarize the final decision and link follow-up work.