Podcast.Init(4, [“Hacktoberfest 2018”])

Oct 29, 2018

Ashley Roach, Principal Product Manager for Developer Experience at SendGrid, dives into the vibrant world of Hacktoberfest, focusing on its impact on open source projects. She discusses how Hacktoberfest fosters community growth and collaboration, encouraging newcomers to contribute meaningfully. Insights on mentorship and the importance of sustaining engagement post-event are shared. Additionally, the episode explores innovative contributions and the benefits of tools like the DX Automator, enhancing repository management for maintainers.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Harnessing Hacktoberfest for Community Growth and Collaboration

02:22 • 3min

Celebrating Open Source Participation During Hacktoberfest

05:07 • 3min

Celebrating Open Source: Hacktoberfest Insights

08:25 • 6min

Contributing Wisely: Navigating Open Source

13:58 • 19min

Streamlining Repo Management with Automation and Mobile Tools

32:44 • 6min