Open source can seem like a daunting world to step into. Maybe you've heard it’s important, especially as more companies look for profiles with open source contributions. But where do you even begin? Starting on a random project feels overwhelming, and finding time is another challenge altogether. If you’ve ever felt like this, then this session is exactly what you need. Drawing from personal experience as a contributor to Selenium, this talk breaks down what it truly means to join the open-source community.

In just 15 minutes, you’ll get a straightforward guide to taking your first steps into open source — from understanding why it matters to navigating the support you can expect from project maintainers. You'll learn practical tips to handle common obstacles, whether it’s managing time, tackling imposter syndrome, or knowing what’s expected after your first contribution. Plus, if you’re aiming for a full-time open source role, this talk offers ideas on how to turn that dream into a reality.

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About Speaker:
I serve as a core committer and member of the Technical Leadership Committee in Selenium and I am Developer Advocate and Lead Open Source Engineer at Browserstack.

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