DrupalCon Portland 2013: NEW CONTRIBUTORS & CORE INITIATIVES

This talk focuses on enhancing the involvement of new contributors in Drupal core initiatives, an area that holds significant potential for community engagement. The speaker discusses the challenges faced by initiative leads when trying to integrate novices into their projects and proposes effective strategies for fostering participation. Key topics include identifying appropriate tasks for new contributors, methods for maintaining their engagement, and leveraging core contribution mentoring to scale involvement. By sharing insights on how novice contributors can add unique value, this session aims to equip community members with actionable strategies that promote inclusivity and strengthen both initiatives and the overall contributor base.