We are seeking volunteers to mentor new contributors during DrupalCon Barcelona 2024, from 24 to 27 September.
At Drupal events around the world, Mentored Core Contribution typically takes place in a collaborative space with many round tables, allowing for groups to collaborate while using their own laptops - and knowledge. Mentors will guide 3 to 6 contributors. Topics depend on the interests of mentors and mentees. Organizers will work to match up mentor/mentee areas of focus in such a way as to maximize success.
You do not have to be a coder to be a mentor. Non-coders are welcome as mentors for first-time contributors, focusing on initiatives like Project Browser, Bug Smash, documentation, UX/UI and accessibility testing, design, and many more.
Mentors assist with setting up development environments, finding tasks, and collaborating on issues. Attend our Mentor Orientations and Issue Queue triage sessions for preparation. Join us in making DrupalCon a success!
How can you help?
Attend mentor events at DrupalCon Barcelona 2024 and fulfill specific mentor roles:
- Assist participants in a First-Time Contributor Workshop Tuesday 24 September 2024, 16:30-17:15
- Mentor for a half or whole day during the Mentored Core Contribution Day on Friday 27 September 2024, 09:00-18:00
- Leading up to the event, help with issue triage
- Review participants' work on the day of the contribution
- Offer assistance for attendees to choose the right contribution room for them; greet people; take photos; etc.
Want to stay connected?
Join the #mentoring slack channel and attend and participate in the asynchronous Slack Meetings leading up to DrupalCon.
While at DrupalCon, go to the Mentoring booth in the exhibit hall and introduce yourself. There will be several mentoring BoFs on the days leading up to Contribution Day. See the Events section on this page.
What’s in it for you?
First is the feeling you get when you help someone contribute to the most dynamic CMS on the planet. Mentors will receive contribution credit on Drupal.org, which can be used to help promote your skills and dedication to having a more inclusive web.
Remember, "When one person teaches, two people learn."
