Empowering the Next Generation of Open Source Developers

Join a Birds of a Feather session exploring strategies to empower the next generation of open source developers. Delve into the critical importance of open source software in global infrastructure and the need for sustainable, healthy communities. Examine barriers to equitable access for new developers and discuss ways to break them down. Learn about creating accessible learning pathways and resources to facilitate self-learning and productive contributions to open source projects. Gain insights from Shuah Khan of The Linux Foundation on effective methods for involving newcomers in open source and fostering a more inclusive development ecosystem.