How to Talk About Your Open Source Project So People Get It

Learn effective communication strategies for promoting open source projects in this 22-minute talk by Emily Omier from Emily Omier Consulting. Discover how to respect the open source community, identify warning signs, and implement a four-step approach to clearly convey your project's value. Explore techniques for tailoring your message to specific audiences, using appropriate terminology, and highlighting continuous operations. Gain insights on defining project outcomes, determining where to begin, isolating key benefits, and spreading awareness. Master the art of articulating your open source project's purpose and impact to ensure better understanding and engagement from potential users and contributors.

Intro
Respect for the Open Source Community
Warning Signs
Four Steps
Who are you talking to
Be specific
Examples
Terminology
Continuous Operations
Outcomes
Where to Start
Isolate Outcomes
Spread the Word