I would second this in a big way.

On Jan 21, 2018 10:29 AM, "Mark Phillips" <mark@phillipsmarketing.biz>
wrote:

> Trent,
>
>  Is anybody looking for an entry-level contributor to an opensource
>> project?
>>
>> One way to get your feet wet in any open source project is to help with
> the documentation. Download the code, and then go through the documentation
> to see if it does what it is supposed to do. Are there new features that
> work and no one documented them? Look at the projects road map to see what
> the code is supposed to do. Trace through the code as it executes, read the
> comments, and see if there are missing features. Add comments to the code
> base as needed. Talk to the developers on IIRC or whatever channel they use
> to get help and guidance.
>
> Another way to get your feet wet is to fix bugs. Pick small ones, trace
> through the code, and see if you can make the changes necessary to fix the
> bug. Same comments as above - talk to the developers/community for this
> project. You will quickly learn if you enjoy this aspect of development.
> Read about testing code and how to make unit tests. Add some tests to the
> code base. Let the community know you are here to help and learn at the
> same time.
>
> Both of these steps will require learning about lots of useful skills -
> debugging, documenting, how the project works, making commits, working with
> developers from afar.
>
> If you find the developers of this project are not 1000% supportive of
> your efforts, then find another project. The good projects need folks to do
> these tasks, and they are a great way to introduce yourself to the
> community, help the project, and make a name for yourself. If that
> community does not value these tasks, then look for another one that does.
> There are many out there who will.
>
> Just my 2 cents.
>
> Mark
>
>
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