Ruth Ikegah
Backend Developer
Github Star
Technical Writer
Cake Lover
About me?
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What is Open Source
Software(OSS)?
Open source refers to a project, often a software or IT
development project, with freely available code and
permission to make edits, bug fixes, alterations, and
enhancements.
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Debunking
some
beliefs!
Contributing to Open Source is not just
about code
A beginner cannot contribute
N/B: Your level of skill set is welcome in
Open Source Contributions (quality over
quantity)
Contributing to Open Source is a waste
of time!
Designers cannot contribute to Open
Source
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Impact of Open
Source on your
career
01
Improves your Technical kills
02
Turn your idea to reality
03
Gain Soft Skills
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Remote Work Experience
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Great Network and Collaboration
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Paid Opportunities
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Getting Started? 01
Find Open Source Projects to
contribute to.
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Join communities. Collaborate.
Learn. Grow.
03
Make meaningful contributions
(Quality > Quantity)
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Secrets to
contributing
effectively!
Be Vocal about your concerns in the
community.
Ask questions and introduce yourself
during meetings.
Be Patient and do not take code reviews
personally!
Create a niche for yourself!
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Useful Resources
01
First Timers Only
02
Ovio
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Open Source Friday
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Code Triage
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Open Source Design
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Awesome for Non-programmers
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Open Source is your way up!
Start Contributing today!