why contributing is fun!

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Why Contributing is Fun!

a  presenta)on  by  Tessa  Mero

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I’m Tessa Mero!

Contributing = Fun

Get Involved!It is Beneficial!

Summary

* Introduction * Who Can Volunteer * Why Contribute? * How to Get Involved * Have Fun * Contact Me

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Who Am I?Mother of 2 children

TeacherDeveloper

Contributor Snowboarder

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There’s a place for Everyone5

These guys seem to be having fun

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This guy is just disturbed

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Why Contribute?

Obviously for the snacks

And the beer

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“A Perfect Opportunity to Have Fun”

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Community

Love the people

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Passion

Love what you do

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Sharing Resources

Love sharing resources and knowledge

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Recognition

Be recognized for your skill and hard work

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Career Advancement

Looks good on your Resume

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Well, How do I Get Started?

What are you waiting for?

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Contact me to be directed to the right person!

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Are you a developer?

Bug Squad Team

Do you not have a clue about code, but want to test patches?

http://docs.joomla.org/Bug_Squad18

Are you a writer?

Joomla! Documentation Wiki

Are you able to translate docs?

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Help New Users

Forum Support

Reply to Forum Posts

Global: http://forum.joomla.org Hebrew: http://www.joomla.org.il

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* Start your own JUG

JUG? Conference?

* Organize a Conference

* Volunteer at a JUG or Conference

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Marketing

Join Working Groups

Translations

Extension Directory

Development

Documentation

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Have fun with what you enjoy doing

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Contact MeTwi1er:  @TessaMero  

Email:  tessa.mero@joomla.org  Skype:  tessa.mero

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Thank You To All Joomla Volunteers!

Contact MeTwi1er:  @TessaMero  

Email:  tessa.mero@joomla.org  Skype:  tessa.mero

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