DrupalCon Portland 2024: Insights from a First-Time Contributor
The blog post "DrupalCon Portland 2024: Becoming a First-Time Contributor" by Julie Elman of Oomph reflects on a transformative experience at the event, underscoring Drupal's inclusive community spirit. Despite being an experienced project manager with coding knowledge, Julie found contributing to Drupal daunting. However, DrupalCon Portland 2024 inspired her to participate actively, from presenting on accessibility to contributing to Drupal Core.
She emphasized Drupal’s efforts to lower entry barriers, making it accessible for non-developers. Highlights included a packed session on web accessibility and Dries Buytaert's keynote on Drupal 11 and Starshot. Julie's journey as a first-time code contributor, aided by mentorship, culminated in successfully resolving a core issue, enhancing her appreciation for Drupal's collaborative ecosystem. Her narrative encourages others to contribute, leveraging diverse skills beyond coding.
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