Contributors have the opportunity to work and learn alongside passionate innovators who are more than happy to share their skills. Participating individuals are able to integrate more deeply into the WordPress ecosystem, while gaining a voice in the ongoing development of the platform.
Participating individuals can see a number of professional and personal benefits, such as:
- Working alongside talented contributors from all over the world.
- Staying up-to-date about the direction of the WordPress platform.
- Opportunities to represent their needs in discussions about the future of WordPress.
- Contributing to the future and resilience of the Open Web.
How to Pledge
1. Login to WordPress.org
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2. Edit your profile
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3. Navigate to the “Contribution” tab
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4. Fill out your contribution details, then save your changes
And that’s it! If you already know how to contribute to WordPress, keep up the good work! If you’re new to WordPress and need help getting started, then check out make.wordpress.org for more information!