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Diversity in Open Source - An Asian Perspective

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Explore the challenges and opportunities of diversity in open source communities from an Asian perspective in this insightful conference talk. Examine the disproportionately low participation from Asian countries in open source projects, despite the region representing 60% of the world's population. Delve into potential barriers such as time zones, cultural differences, and language obstacles, drawing from the speaker's personal experiences as a Japanese woman in the tech industry. Analyze the complexities of achieving a truly balanced community and question whether current diversity efforts are sufficient. Investigate the nuances of Asian representation, considering the vast differences among 40 countries and the unique perspectives of Asians who grew up in the US. Challenge conventional approaches to diversity and inclusion, and discover actionable strategies for open source communities to foster genuine diversity and unlock the real value of multiple perspectives.

Syllabus

Diversity in Open Source, an Asian Perspective - Masae Shida, VMware UK

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