Kubernetes Contributor Workshops

Introduction

Contributing to an open-source project as massive as Kubernetes can be incredibly intimidating. The codebase is vast (written mostly in Go), the testing infrastructure is highly complex, and the review process is rigorous.

To help lower the barrier to entry, the community regularly hosts Kubernetes Contributor Workshops.

What are Contributor Workshops?

These are events (often held just before or during KubeCon) specifically designed to onboard new contributors to the Kubernetes project. They are organized by SIG ContribEx (Special Interest Group Contributor Experience).

The workshops are typically divided into two tracks:

1. New Contributors: For developers who have never contributed to Kubernetes before. It covers how to set up your local Go environment, how to navigate the massive GitHub repositories, how the PR review process works, and how to write a good commit message.
2. Current Contributors: For people who already contribute but want to level up their skills. It covers advanced topics like becoming a sub-project owner, running CI tests locally, or writing Kubernetes Enhancement Proposals (KEPs).

Why Attend?

Attending a workshop is the fastest way to get your first PR merged. You get hands-on mentorship from core maintainers, and you learn the unwritten rules of the community. Even if you cannot attend in person, the CNCF uploads the entire workshop curriculum and video recordings online for free, allowing you to follow along at your own pace!

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