At 8/27/2005 10:51 +0530, _z33 wrote:
I have been using Linux for the past 2 years. I'm still trying to
get my feet wet in many programming languages widely used by the
GNU/FSF community. My goal has always been to contribute something
to the FSF community as I have gained a lot of help and support from
them, at various times. But to my disappointment, the complexities
of the project maintenance systems, and the correlated rules and
guidelines for contributing code, thwart me, most of the times in
pursuing any further :( What could prove to be a good starting point
for newbie linux enthusiastists like me??? Any valuable advices
would be greatly appreciated!
Participate. In a small way you're doing it right here and now. :)
Giving back to the community isn't just writing code. It can be by
providing support online in forums like this, or in local user groups
or other venues in which you find yourself. You might be able to
help process and organize bug and enhancement tracking or other
clerical details. Test and provide feedback to developers regarding
new releases. Evangelize: Tell those you interact with what you
think about the software and community and why you think it's better
than other choices.
Tailor whatever you do to your own personal combination of skills and
talents and opportunities.
Don't do it because the community needs or deserves it. Do it
because a stronger community benefits you. "TANSTAAFL"
--
Jeff Woods <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
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