Becoming an Awesome Open Source Contributor

Learn how to become an effective open source contributor in this 53-minute conference talk. Discover the many ways to contribute, key development tools used in open source projects, and valuable tips for successful first-time contributions. Explore the importance of open source software, its widespread use by major tech companies, and the benefits of joining the open source community. Gain insights into finding projects, becoming a maintainer, and handling challenges in open source development. Understand the collaborative nature of open source and its impact on the tech industry, with examples like Node.js, Bootstrap, and ASP.NET. Get ready to enhance your skills, give back to the community, and become part of the future of software development.

Introduction
About Christos
Not just a developer
How we learn
First experience with open source
What is open source
Its a community
Who uses open source
Apple
SNS Core
Dotnet Foundation
Microsoft
Why should you care
Why do I care
Magic happens
How to get started
Where to find projects
My contributors checklist
Becoming a maintainer
Other things you can do
You dont get paid
Becoming a better maintainer
When things go bad
Can things go bad
The Cathedral in the Bazaar
Git Repository
Questions
How often do you contribute