Speaker
Description
Getting into open source as a newbie can most often be tricky. People wonder if they are skilled enough, if they can find a community that suits their needs or if they can make valuable contributions. Those who have been contributing before may get cold feet when they think of getting started in a new project or community. This talk is meant to provide an easy guide on how to approach open source through the GNOME Foundation and continue to grow over time till you find that amazing opensource opportunity. I am not there yet, but my interaction with other community members and the stories they've told, have helped me realize that there is a road map that anyone can follow. The talk emphasizes on making use of open source internships like Outreachy and GSOC that come with stipends, getting involved in community activities, building good relationships with community members, asking questions and helping others find their way. The more responsibilities you have, the more liable you get and sooner than later it becomes more about community than about you. That's when you develop the passion and motivation you may have been missing and you become unstoppable.
| Tracks | Encourage new contributors |
|---|---|
| Talk Description | The talk is non-technical and focuses mainly on building community engagement that helps contributors contribute to open source through GNOME. I will list out some programs both paid and unpaid that can help you get into the community as an intern. I will talk of what to do when you get in to stay motivated and committed. Talk of finding your interest and the way you would love to contribute to the community. How to build good networks and relationships with other community members. At the end, listeners should have a gathered thing or two about building a career in FOSS though it looks almost impossible from the beginning. |
| Author(s) Bio | Software Engineer, Former Outreachy Intern, Community Member and GJS Contributor |
| Pronouns | She/Her |
| Twitter and/or Mastodon Handle | @printDf_ |
| Where are you located? | Cameroon |
| Do you need travel sponsorship from GNOME Foundation in order to join our event? | Yes |
