Part of Fedora Hatch Day at SCaLE 23x. Presented by Amy Marrich.

The presentation will take place in Room 208 on Friday, March 6, 2026 - 10:00 PST to 10:30 PST.

Are you new to the world of open source or looking to make your first contribution? This session will provide a guide for beginners interested in contributing to open source projects with a focus on the Fedora project. We'll cover a variety of topics, like finding suitable projects, making your first pull request, and navigating community interactions. Attendees will leave with practical tips, resources, and the confidence to embark on their open source journey.

More information available at: https://www.socallinuxexpo.org/scale/23x/presentations/getting-started-open-source-and-fedora