Computers for the whole world: An intro to GNOME and free software. Nuritzi Sanchez GNOME Foundation President, Board of Directors

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1 Computers for the whole world: An intro to GNOME and free software Nuritzi Sanchez GNOME Foundation President, Board of Directors

2 When was the first time you used a computer?

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9 Computer Ownership We live in a world where there is a huge gap between those who have computers and those who don t. We need the innovation, high quality, and growth that open source provides. United States: 80% Mexico: 37% Uganda: 3% Median: 38%

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12 Accessible Languages 37 languages translated to over 80% More than 80 languages Screen reader Other accessibility tools

13 Versatile GNOME and GNOME components are used outside of the desktop Phones E-book readers Televisions In-vehicle infotainment systems Medical devices and much more

14 Large International Community Founded in Mexico Thousands of people contributing every year Local activities throughout the world 3 International conferences: GUADEC (Europe), LAS GNOME (US), GNOME Asia

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16 GNOME = Free Software

17 Free Software Principles The freedom to run the program as you wish, for any purpose. The freedom to study how the program works, and change it so it does your computing as you wish. The freedom to redistribute copies so you can help others. The freedom to distribute copies of your modified versions to others. By doing this you can give the whole community a chance to benefit from your changes. Source:

18 Free and open Excerpt from Allan Day s, The GNOME Way

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21 Who can be part of GNOME?

22 Anyone, and especially you, can be part of GNOME.

23 My Story I m not the typical GNOME contributor. I m NOT a programmer I m NOT a designer I m relatively new to the free software world I was a Mac user for a long time; still use it occasionally

24 My Story I AM a software enthusiast I AM entrepreneurial I AM an organizer of people and ideas I AM a leader I AM passionate about creating positive social impact

25 My Story I first found out about GNOME through Endless, whose mission is to make computing universally accessible. My values align really well with GNOME s. So, I was hooked.

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29 How do I start contributing?

30 I like coding Newcomers Guide Website Tools Create your own app Common languages: C, Javascript, Python, Vala

31 Make apps that are right for your community By creating a Flatpak app, you can help make the whole Linux ecosystem better! Learn more at: flatpak.org

32 I like writing Documentation Website content Marketing content Release posts Translations!

33 I like designing and creating Website design Artwork for GNOME events Materials for promotion Videos for promoting GNOME, or video tutorials

34 I like connecting Give talks about GNOME Organize a local group Create ways for people all over the world to contribute Help people get started with GNOME Find ways to help the community feel appreciated and happy

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36 Google Summer of Code (GSoC) Applications usually begin at the beginning of March and internships are announced in mid-to-late April. Internships begin in May. Stipend: $6,000 in US, varies by country Only for enrolled students interested in working on coding projects. GSoC on Twitter Visit GNOME Try Chat on Matrix/IRC #newcomers

37 Outreachy Applications usually begin at the beginning of March and internships are announced in Outreachy Visit mid-to-late April. Internships begin in May. on Twitter Stipend: $5,500 flat Join the mailing list Unlike Google Summer of Code, Outreachy is open to non-students and non-coders, so you should only apply for Outreachy internship if you are either not a student or not a coder. GNOME Try Chat on Matrix/IRC #newcomers

38 GNOME Internships Advanced privacy and security-related internships Open to anyone 18 or older. Must be able to are currently available. Most require C and Glib work full-time 40 hrs a week. skills. Previous contributions to GNOME are required. Visit Application period open September Internships runs from December to May Stipend: $8,000 on Twitter

39 GUADEC 2019 in Greece Interns receive a stipend to travel to a major GNOME event and meet their mentors and the larger GNOME community. Next year, GUADEC will be in Thessaloniki, Greece!

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41 Nuritzi Sanchez Thank You!