Mentorship as an On-ramp to Open Source - Panel Discussion

Explore the power of mentorship as a gateway to open source contributions in this insightful 43-minute panel discussion. Hear from experts Emily Lovell, Kendall Nelson, Tyler Menezes, Kevin Wang, and Jonathan Starr as they delve into three distinct mentorship models designed to cultivate a diverse, equitable, and inclusive tech pipeline. Discover how contributing to open source projects can enhance your technical portfolio, teach industry tools and practices, and create real-world impact. Learn about the current landscape and future prospects of open source mentorship programs, and gain valuable insights on launching your own mentorship initiative within your project, organization, or community. Join the conversation to understand key considerations for fostering healthy technical communities and find out how you can become part of a growing cross-sector interest group dedicated to advancing mentorship in open source.