{"id":4386,"date":"2025-10-10T23:05:40","date_gmt":"2025-10-10T17:05:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dhaka.wordcamp.org\/2025\/?page_id=4386"},"modified":"2025-10-16T12:50:50","modified_gmt":"2025-10-16T06:50:50","slug":"contributor-day","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/dhaka.wordcamp.org\/2025\/contributor-day\/","title":{"rendered":"Contributor Day"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Date &amp; Venue<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sunday, 19 October 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue:<\/strong> American International University &#8211; Bangladesh (AIUB)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Contributor Day is free to join and optional, but we encourage all attendees to participate. It requires separate registration. You must have a valid WordCamp Dhaka ticket to attend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The registration link will be emailed to all ticket holders.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Quick Navigation<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#what_is_contributor_day\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#what_is_contributor_day\">What Is Contributor Day?<\/a><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#why_you_should_join\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#why_you_should_join\">Why You Should Join<\/a><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#how_it_works\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#how_it_works\">How It Works<\/a><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#contributor_day_schedule\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#contributor_day_schedule\">Contributor Day Schedule<\/a><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#contributor_teams\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#contributor_teams\">Teams<\/a><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#contributor_registration\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#contributor_registration\">Registration &amp; Participation<\/a><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#before_you_arrive\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#before_you_arrive\">Before You Arrive<\/a><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#code_of_conduct\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#code_of_conduct\">Code of Conduct &amp; Inclusivity<\/a><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#benefits_and_gain\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#benefits_and_gain\">Benefits<\/a><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#team_lead_and_mentors\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#team_lead_and_mentors\">Table Leads &amp; Mentors<br><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#post_contributor_day\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#post_contributor_day\">Post-Contributor Day<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what_is_contributor_day\"><strong>What Is Contributor Day?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Contributor Day is a dedicated time for attendees to give back to the WordPress project. It\u2019s a collaborative, hands-on day where people of all skill levels (technical or non-technical) can make meaningful contributions to different WordPress teams. Whether it\u2019s writing code, translating strings, improving documentation, testing, or community outreach, there\u2019s something for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"why_you_should_join\"><strong>Why You Should Join<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Connect with Experts &amp; Peers<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> Meet core contributors, table leads, and fellow WordPress enthusiasts from Bangladesh and beyond.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Learn by Doing<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> You\u2019ll get real mentorship and guidance. Mistakes are welcomed as part of the learning process.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>See Tangible Impact<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> Many contributions made during Contributor Day may be accepted and merged quickly into WordPress or related projects.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Open to All Levels<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> Even if you\u2019ve never contributed before, there will be orientation sessions to help you get started.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Strengthen Your Portfolio \/ Profile<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> Your contributions (code, translations, docs, reviews) show up in your WordPress profile.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Support the WordPress Ecosystem<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> Companies and individuals can use Contributor Day to fulfill the \u201cFive for the Future\u201d initiative by dedicating time to open source.<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how_it_works\"><strong>How It Works<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Table Leads<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> Each \u201cMake WordPress\u201d team will have one or more table leads who facilitate discussion and contributions in their area.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Multiple Teams<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> You can join one or several teams, depending on your interest (e.g. Core, Themes, Polyglots, Documentation, Testing, Plugins, Design, Support, Community, Meta).<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Orientation \/ Welcome Session<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> A special session will be held for first-time contributors to get familiar with processes, tooling, and contribution guidelines.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Human Library \/ Mentorship<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> One-on-one mini sessions with experienced contributors (\u201cbooks\u201d) to help you ask questions, get career advice, or navigate contribution challenges.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Open Format<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> You decide how long to stay at a table or shift between tables. There\u2019s flexibility based on your interest and comfort.<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"contributor_day_schedule\"><strong>Contributor Day Schedule<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-custom-site-six-background-color has-background has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Time<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Activity<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>9:00 AM<\/strong><\/td><td>Registration<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>10:00 AM<\/strong><\/td><td>Opening Ceremony<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>10:30 AM<\/strong><\/td><td>Group Photo<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>10:35 AM<\/strong><\/td><td>Team-wise contribution<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>12:30 PM<\/strong><\/td><td>Contribution Resumes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><strong>2:30 PM<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td>Closing Ceremony &amp; Wrap-up<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"contributor_teams\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\"><strong>Teams (Possible Contribution Areas)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Below are some of the core teams you might see at Contributor Day:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/make.wordpress.org\/core\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"http:\/\/make.wordpress.org\/core\">Core<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/make.wordpress.org\/accessibility\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/make.wordpress.org\/accessibility\/\">Accessibility<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/make.wordpress.org\/polyglots\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/make.wordpress.org\/polyglots\/\">Polyglots<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/make.wordpress.org\/support\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/make.wordpress.org\/support\/\">Support<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/make.wordpress.org\/docs\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/make.wordpress.org\/docs\/\">Documentation<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/make.wordpress.org\/themes\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/make.wordpress.org\/themes\/\">Themes<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/make.wordpress.org\/community\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/make.wordpress.org\/community\/\">Community<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/make.wordpress.org\/training\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/make.wordpress.org\/training\/\">Training<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/make.wordpress.org\/test\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/make.wordpress.org\/test\/\">Test<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/make.wordpress.org\/tv\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/make.wordpress.org\/tv\/\">TV<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/make.wordpress.org\/cli\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/make.wordpress.org\/cli\/\">CLI<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/make.wordpress.org\/hosting\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/make.wordpress.org\/hosting\/\">Hosting<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/make.wordpress.org\/photos\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/make.wordpress.org\/photos\/\">Photos<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/events.wordpress.org\/campusconnect\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/events.wordpress.org\/campusconnect\/\">Campus Connect<br><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>We aim to include as many teams as possible, you can indicate your preferred areas in registration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"contributor_registration\"><strong>Registration &amp; Participation<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Ticket Required<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> You must hold a WordCamp Dhaka 2025 ticket (any type) to attend Contributor Day.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Choose Your Table During Ticket Purchase<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> When you purchase your WordCamp Dhaka ticket, you\u2019ll be able to select your preferred team\/table for Contributor Day. This helps organizers plan ahead and ensure enough table leads and resources for each group.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>No Additional Fee<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> Contributor Day participation is included with your WordCamp ticket.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Need to Change Your Choice?<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> If you wish to switch teams after ticket purchase, simply contact the organizers, and they\u2019ll update it for you.<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"before_you_arrive\"><strong>Before You Arrive &#8211; What to Prepare<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sign into your <strong>WordPress.org<\/strong> account (or create one)<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you plan to contribute to code or docs, bring a laptop<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Familiarize yourself with contribution guidelines (e.g. Make WordPress handbook)<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Think about which teams interest you<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bring any credentials for translation platforms (like GlotPress)<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be ready to ask, learn, collaborate, and enjoy<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"code_of_conduct\"><strong>Code of Conduct &amp; Inclusivity<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>WordCamp Dhaka\u2019s Contributor Day abides by the official WordPress Community Code of Conduct:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Be respectful, inclusive, and professional<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Zero tolerance for harassment or discrimination<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assist participants with disabilities or language barriers<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you see any issue, notify an organizer promptly<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contributions should follow community norms and licensing guidelines<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"benefits_and_gain\"><strong>Benefits &amp; What You\u2019ll Gain<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hands-on experience contributing to open source<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mentorship &amp; networking opportunities<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recognition of contributions on your WordPress profile<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A stronger connection with the local and global WordPress community<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A sense of giving back to a platform that powers a large part of the web<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Skills you can apply in your own projects, career, or community initiatives<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"team_lead_and_mentors\"><strong>Table Leads &amp; Mentors<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019re excited to share that our Contributor Day table leads have already been confirmed!<br>Each table lead will guide their respective teams, provide mentorship, and ensure contributors feel welcome and supported.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 Meet the <a href=\"https:\/\/dhaka.wordcamp.org\/2025\/contributor-day-table-leads\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"4355\">Table Leads<\/a> here<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"post_contributor_day\"><strong>Post-Contributor Day<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>We will ask participants to share what they worked on, lessons learned, and next steps<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Some contributions may be merged or advanced after the event<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recap blog posts, social media highlights, and stats (e.g. number of contributions, team breakdown)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Date &amp; Venue Sunday, 19 October 2025 Venue: American International University &#8211; Bangladesh (AIUB) Contributor Day is free to join and optional, but we encourage all attendees to participate. 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