Unveiling Secrets in contributing to Open Source

Introduction about Open Source and secrets to excelling at your contributions.

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1. Unveiling Secrets in contributing to Open Source
2. Ruth Ikegah Backend Developer Github Star Technical Writer Cake Lover About me?
3. 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.
4. 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
5. Impact of Open Source on your career 01 Improves your Technical kills 02 Turn your idea to reality 03 Gain Soft Skills
6. 04 Remote Work Experience 05 Great Network and Collaboration 06 Paid Opportunities
7. Getting Started? 01 Find Open Source Projects to contribute to. 02 Join communities. Collaborate. Learn. Grow. 03 Make meaningful contributions (Quality > Quantity)
8. 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!
9. Useful Resources 01 First Timers Only 02 Ovio 03 Open Source Friday
10. 04 Code Triage 05 Open Source Design 06 Awesome for Non-programmers
11. Open Source is your way up! Start Contributing today!
12. Contact Me @ikegahruth ruthikegah@gmail.com https://cakebaby.dev/
13. Thanks for Listening!