What’s the coolest thing about open source software? 💭
If you need a new feature, you can just go ahead and add it yourself! Here are some tips I learned along the way:
Add Value
Make sure your contribution adds value to the project. Don’t just contribute because it’s trendy.
Ask for Help
Don’t expect to get everything right on the first try. Ask the project maintainers for feedback and guidance.
Be Patient
Remember, many open source projects are labors of love. Be patient if things take time or responses are slow.
Accept Rejection
Sometimes your ideas might not fit with the project’s goals. Be polite and be prepared to fork the project if necessary (and maybe even become a maintainer yourself!).
Most importantly, be a good open sourcerer, and may the code be with you! 🖖