DrupalCon Barcelona 2015: Paid contribution: past, present, and future

This talk addresses the evolving landscape of contributions to Drupal core, highlighting a shift towards increased professionalism as more individuals work on core as their primary employment. The speaker discusses the role of the Drupal Association in providing essential grants for core development, acknowledging both the positive outcomes of commercial success and the challenges related to fairness, volunteer morale, and power dynamics. Alongside a panel of experts, including Kalpana Goel and Cathy Theys, the session encourages open dialogue with attendees to collectively reflect on their experiences and contribute to shaping a positive community culture as the project continues to grow.