How to Make Your First Contribution to a CNCF Project

Learn how to make your first contribution to a Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) project in this 39-minute sponsored session presented by Daniel Krook. Explore the CNCF ecosystem, which hosts nearly 200 open source projects crucial for global technology infrastructure. Discover the evolution of CNCF projects from containers and microservices to AI, serverless functions, and Wasm runtimes. Gain insights into the various maturity stages of projects, from Sandbox to Graduated. Understand the numerous opportunities for both technical and non-technical contributors to get involved in open source. Explore initiatives like Zero to Merge, local KCD events, and online webinars designed to support new contributors. By the end of this session, acquire the knowledge and resources needed to confidently make your first open source contribution to a CNCF project.