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Becoming a Django Fellow - Natalia Bidart
Oct 25, 2023
Natalia Bidart, Fellow at Django, discusses her journey into computer science, her experiences working on various projects, including building a media management system and a phasing server. She also talks about her involvement in a security release, supporting dictionaries for choices in Django 5, and the need for clearer version numbering and communication in the Django community.
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- The Django.knotspace mentorship program prioritizes applicants from marginalized backgrounds to foster inclusivity and diversity in the Django community.
- Communication and visibility are crucial aspects in the Django community that need improvement for better collaboration and engagement.
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The importance of the Django.knotspace mentorship program
The Django.knotspace mentorship program is designed to help Django engineers contribute back to the framework. Through an eight-week program, participants explore open issues, strategize on execution, learn about getting involved outside of code, and celebrate wins. The program aims to foster inclusivity and diversity in the Django community by prioritizing applicants from marginalized backgrounds. The program also offers opportunities for growth and leadership, with the goal of creating a framework for everyone, created by everyone.
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