Paving the Way for Contributions of All Kinds in Open Source Communities

Learn from a 19-minute conference talk at All Things Open 2024 about fostering inclusive open source communities that value diverse contributions beyond just code. Discover how CHAOSS brings together various professionals - from project managers and developers to technical writers and researchers - to create an environment where all contribution types are recognized and celebrated. Explore effective methods for identifying, tracking, and highlighting non-code contributions, while understanding how thoughtful onboarding processes can set community members up for success in open source projects. Gain insights into building thriving open source communities that acknowledge the full spectrum of valuable contributions and create meaningful opportunities for everyone to participate.