diff --git a/coffee-table-groups/coffee-table-groups-coordinator.md b/coffee-table-groups/coffee-table-groups-coordinator.md new file mode 100644 index 00000000..3c748d70 --- /dev/null +++ b/coffee-table-groups/coffee-table-groups-coordinator.md @@ -0,0 +1,19 @@ +# Coffee Table Groups Coordinator + +Abbey Perini (@abbeyperini) + +## Description of Role + + + +## Duties + + + +## Backup Contacts + + + +### Weekly Events Maintainer + +Meg Gutshall (@meg-gutshall) diff --git a/docs/roles-and-responsibilities/team-leads.md b/docs/roles-and-responsibilities/team-leads.md index e7d2af04..ef8bc091 100644 --- a/docs/roles-and-responsibilities/team-leads.md +++ b/docs/roles-and-responsibilities/team-leads.md @@ -49,7 +49,7 @@ Maintainers rely on Team Leads to be champions of Virtual Coffee - to help furth - Create issues on VC repos for documentation issues - Identify documentation projects that can be collaborated on by VC members -## Coffee Table Groups Lead +## Coffee Table Groups Coordinator - Maintain a list of all Coffee Table Groups - Add new groups when a form submission is received diff --git a/monthly-challenges/blogging-challenge/README.md b/monthly-challenges/blogging-challenge/README.md index 10dbc399..00ddc618 100644 --- a/monthly-challenges/blogging-challenge/README.md +++ b/monthly-challenges/blogging-challenge/README.md @@ -22,6 +22,20 @@ Prepare the form to add blog post entry. 📃 **Script Templates** +**2024** + +```text +It’s now November and that means it is time for our **Blogging Challenge**! + +Based on the NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) Challenge, this challenge is the tech and non-tech take on writing and working together towards the goal while posting on our own blogs. + +This month’s challenge will take place in #monthly-challenge and #content-creation. Our initial goal is to hit 50,000 words as a community, but don't worry, there'll be a stretch goal if we shoot past it! Do make sure you fill out the form linked on the challenge page so we can track your contribution towards our goal. + +You can check out the full challenge details, check out resources to help you, and find the form [here](https://virtualcoffee.io/monthlychallenges/nov-2024). + +@Leo will be running weekly async check-ins starting next Friday. +``` + **2023** ```text @@ -30,10 +44,78 @@ Our new monthly challenge page is up! This month, we’re working to hit 100,000 ## Async Check-Ins -⏳ **Timeline**: Mondays, 9:00 AM ET. +⏳ **Timeline**: Fridays, 9:00 AM ET. 📃 **Script Templates** +**2024** + +- **Week 1** + + ```text + Hey everyone! 👋 It's time for our Friday check-in! + + I'd love to hear about what you've been writing this week. How’s it going? Is there anything you’re working on where you’d like some extra help or feedback? Feel free to share your thoughts here! + + Also, a quick reminder: if you'd like feedback on any drafts, you can post them in #monthly-challenge or #content-creation. And don't forget to fill out our form once you’ve published something new! Here’s the link: Airtable Submission Form (https://airtable.com/app10kd5ewHiLTjxn/shrgRjUFpNjLN1V12). + + Let’s keep the creativity going—excited to see what everyone has been working on! ✍️ + ``` + + ```text + Hi friends! + + As our members come from all over the world, we're thrilled to let you know that our Blogging Challenge is not limited to English only! 🌐🎉 + + If you write articles, blog posts, novel, or anything else in any other language(s) than English, add them to the [challenge page](https://virtualcoffee.io/monthlychallenges/nov-2024) by filling in the submission form in the page! 🙌 + ``` + + - **Week 2** + + ```text + Hi friends! 👋 Happy Friday! + + Thanks to everyone who shared their updates last week—it was inspiring to see all the different projects in progress! + + This week, I'd especially love to hear about: + - Any breakthroughs or "aha!" moments in your writing + - Challenges you're currently tackling + - What you're planning to work on next + + Remember, our #monthly-challenge and #content-creation channels are always open for draft feedback. And please keep submitting your published pieces through the form: https://airtable.com/app10kd5ewHiLTjxn/shrgRjUFpNjLN1V12 + + Looking forward to hearing your updates! ✨ + ``` + + - **Week 3** + + ```text + Hi friends, Happy Friday! + + What have you been writing this week? Do you need any help? What are you planning to work on next? + + If you're looking for feedback, you can post drafts in #monthly-challenge or #content-creation! Once you've published, don't forget to fill out the form to add it to the challenge: https://airtable.com/app10kd5ewHiLTjxn/shrgRjUFpNjLN1V12. + ``` + + - **Week 4** + + ```text + Hi friends! 👋 + + Quick friendly reminder that there's just ONE DAY left in this month's challenge! If you've been working on something, now's the perfect time to put those finishing touches on your piece and share it with our community. + + Some quick reminders: + - Got a draft you'd like eyes on? Drop it in #monthly-challenge or #content-creation for some friendly feedback + - Already published? Don't forget to submit through the form to get credit for the challenge + - Even if your piece isn't quite perfect, remember that done is better than perfect! + + Fill out the form to add it to the challenge: https://airtable.com/app10kd5ewHiLTjxn/shrgRjUFpNjLN1V12 + + Excited to see what everyone's been creating this month. Let's make this final push count! 💪✨ + + What are you planning to wrap up in these last 24 hours? Share your plans below! + ``` + **2023** ```text @@ -57,6 +139,7 @@ Slack channels that we use for the challenge: ## Past Challenges +- [November 2024](https://virtualcoffee.io/monthlychallenges/nov-2024) - [November 2023](https://virtualcoffee.io/monthlychallenges/nov-2023) - [November 2022](https://virtualcoffee.io/monthlychallenges/nov-2022) - [November 2021](https://virtualcoffee.io/monthlychallenges/nov-2021) @@ -64,5 +147,6 @@ Slack channels that we use for the challenge: ## Past Blog Posts +- **2024**: [Monthly Challenge: 50,000 Word Blogging Challenge](https://dev.to/virtualcoffee/monthly-challenge-blogging-challenge-35o4) - **2023**: [Blogging 2023 Monthly Challenge!](https://dev.to/virtualcoffee/blogging-2023-monthly-challenge-3kng) - **2022**: [Collective NaNoWriMo: Let's Write Together!](https://dev.to/virtualcoffee/collective-nanowrimo-lets-write-together-350) diff --git a/monthly-challenges/facilitators-docs.md b/monthly-challenges/facilitators-docs.md index c0668c44..9d0e9026 100644 --- a/monthly-challenges/facilitators-docs.md +++ b/monthly-challenges/facilitators-docs.md @@ -24,10 +24,9 @@ The Monthly Challenge Team abides by the Virtual Coffee [Code of Conduct](https: - [Creating a Slack Reminder](#creating-a-slack-reminder) - [Scheduling a Thread](#scheduling-a-thread) - [Updating the Monthly Challenge Pages on the Website](#updating-the-monthly-challenge-pages-on-the-website) - - [1. Creating a new challenge page](#1-creating-a-new-challenge-page) - - [2. Updating the monthly challenge data](#2-updating-the-monthly-challenge-data) - - [3. Updating the monthly challenge landing page](#3-updating-the-monthly-challenge-landing-page) - - [4. Adding a success "completed challenge" alert to the previous challenge](#4-adding-a-success-completed-challenge-alert-to-the-previous-challenge) + - [Creating a new challenge page](creating-a-new-challenge-page) + - [Updating the monthly challenge landing page](updating-the-monthly-challenge-landing-page) + - [Adding a success "completed challenge" alert to the previous challenge](adding-a-success-completed-challenge-alert-to-the-previous-challenge) ## Facilitating a Challenge @@ -39,7 +38,7 @@ If you have ideas for a new challenge(s), you can propose and discuss them in th #### Coordinating with the Coffee Table Groups -We love collaboration! We're happy to involve our Coffee Table Groups in our challenges whenever possible. Besides giving more support to our community, our goal is that the community becomes more familiar with the Coffee Table Groups and can encourage them to attend the groups more and, ultimately, give them support through volunteering. +We love collaboration! We're happy to involve our [Coffee Table Groups](https://virtualcoffee.io/resources/virtual-coffee-handbook/guides-to-virtual-coffee/coffee-table-groups) in our challenges whenever possible. Besides giving more support to our community, our goal is that the community becomes more familiar with the Coffee Table Groups and can encourage them to attend the groups more and, ultimately, give them support through volunteering. ⏳ **Timeline**: When a challenge has been decided. @@ -87,7 +86,7 @@ We love collaboration! We're happy to involve our Coffee Table Groups in our cha Navigate to the [`monthly-challenges`](../monthly-challenges/) folder and read the README file in the challenge folder for complete instructions. -See the "[Setting Up a Slack Bot](#setting-up-a-slack-bot)" section to learn more about working with Slack during the challenge. +Learn more about using Slack during the challenge in the "[Setting Up a Slack Bot](#setting-up-a-slack-bot)" section. ### Post Challenge @@ -144,107 +143,87 @@ Even though most of our challenges remain the same as in previous years, we also Every month, we update these pages with the challenge's description and instructions on participating. Here is how to update the pages: -#### 1. Creating a new challenge page +#### Creating a new challenge page -- Go to `app/routes/__frontend/monthlychallenges`. -- Create a new `jsx` file for the challenge. For example, `feb-2024.jsx`. -- Write the content. +1. Go to `src\app\monthlychallenges\(challenges)`. +2. Create a new folder for the challenge and follow previous challenges for the naming format. For example, `sept-2024`. +3. Create a `page.tsx` file in the folder. +4. Write the content. > [!NOTE] > > - For repeated challenges, you can copy and paste the content from the past challenge's file and update it to fit the upcoming challenge. -> - For a brand-new challenge, you need to write the content from scratch to introduce and describe the challenge. You can use the format of any previous challenge. +> - For a brand-new challenge, you need to write the content from scratch to introduce and describe it. However, you can use the format of any previous challenge. -#### 2. Updating the monthly challenge data +#### Updating the monthly challenge landing page -- Go to `app/data/monthlyChallenges/getChallenges.ts`. -- Update the data with the upcoming challenge data. - -Here is an example, adding June 2024 challenge data: - -```javascript -import { handle as june2024 } from '~/routes/__frontend/monthlychallenges/june-2024'; // add this data -import { handle as may2024 } from '~/routes/__frontend/monthlychallenges/may-2024'; -import { handle as apr2024 } from '~/routes/__frontend/monthlychallenges/apr-2024'; -... - -const challenges: Challenge[] = [ - { handleData: june2024, slug: 'june-2024' }, // add this data - { handleData: may2024, slug: 'may-2024' }, - { handleData: apr2024, slug: 'apr-2024' }, - ... -]; -``` - -#### 3. Updating the monthly challenge landing page - -- Go to `app/routes/__frontend/monthlychallenges/index.tsx`. -- Remove the `current: true` from the previous challenge and set it for the new challenge. -- Update the link to the blog post. If there is no blog post, comment it out. -- Update the link to the challenge page. -- Update the link of the previous challenge. +1. Go to `src\app\monthlychallenges\page.tsx`. +2. Remove the `current: true` from the previous challenge and set it for the new challenge. +3. Update the link to the blog post. If there is no blog post, comment it out. +4. Update the link to the challenge page. +5. Update the link of the previous challenge. Here is an example: ```javascript - { - current: true, // set for the new challenge - title: 'Blogging Challenge', - subtitle: `A Community Challenge to hit a word count goal for all our tech blogs.`, - description: ( - <> -

- Based off the NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) Challenge, this - challenge is the tech take on writing and working together towards the - goal while posting on our own blogs. -

- // Update the link to a challenge blog post. If there is no blog post, comment out the paragraph. -

- Learn more about this challenge in{' '} - - this blog post - - . -

- // Update the link to the new challenge page on the website -

- To view all of the details of this year's challenge,{' '} - - check out the November 2023 challenge page - - . -

- - ), - links: [ - // Add the link and title of the previous challenge - { - href: '/monthlychallenges/nov-2022', - title: 'November, 2022', - }, - { - href: '/monthlychallenges/nov-2021', - title: 'November, 2021', - }, - { - href: '/monthlychallenges/nov-2020', - title: 'November, 2020', - }, - ], - }, +{ + current: true, // set for the new challenge + title: 'Blogging Challenge', + subtitle: `A Community Challenge to hit a word count goal for all our tech blogs.`, + description: ( + <> +

+ Based on the NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) Challenge, this + challenge is the tech take on writing and working together towards the + goal while posting on our own blogs. +

+ // Update the link to a challenge blog post. If there is no blog post, comment out the paragraph. +

+ Learn more about this challenge in{' '} + + this blog post + + . +

+ // Update the link to the new challenge page on the website +

+ To view all of the details of this year's challenge,{' '} + + check out the November 2023 challenge page + + . +

+ + ), + links: [ + // Add the link and title of the previous challenge + { + href: '/monthlychallenges/nov-2022', + title: 'November, 2022', + }, + { + href: '/monthlychallenges/nov-2021', + title: 'November, 2021', + }, + { + href: '/monthlychallenges/nov-2020', + title: 'November, 2020', + }, + ], +}, ``` -#### 4. Adding a success "completed challenge" alert to the previous challenge +#### Adding a success "completed challenge" alert to the previous challenge -- Open the previous challenge file. -- Add the alert right on top of `

`. -- Update the link to the new challenge. +1. Open the `page.tsx` file in the previous challenge folder. +2. Add the alert right on top of `

`. +3. Update the link to the new challenge. Here is an example: ```javascript
This monthly challenge is complete. Congratulations! Please join us for the{' '} - next challenge! + next challenge!
``` diff --git a/monthly-challenges/mid-year-check-in/README.md b/monthly-challenges/mid-year-check-in/README.md new file mode 100644 index 00000000..b5d150bc --- /dev/null +++ b/monthly-challenges/mid-year-check-in/README.md @@ -0,0 +1,44 @@ +# Mid-Year Check-In + +The Mid-Year Check-In challenge is designed to provide an opportunity for Virtual Coffee members to reflect on their progress, reevaluate goals, and gain clarity on their journey. This challenge aims to encourage personal growth, foster connection within the community, and provide a supportive space for members to share their insights, challenges, and successes. + +> [!TIP] +> Read our [`facilitator-docs.md`](../facilitators-docs.md) to learn how to handle tasks before and after challenges, as well as the technical guidelines. + +## Announcement to Kick-Off the Challenge + +📃 **Script Templates** + +**2024** + +TBA + +## Async Check-Ins + +⏳ **Timeline**: Fridays, 9:00 AM ET. + +📃 **Script Templates** + +TBA + +## Slack Channels + +Slack channels that we use for the challenge: + +- `#announcement` + - Initial announcement. +- `#monthly-challenge` + - Challenge announcements. + - Async check-ins. + +--- + +## Past Challenges + +- [June 2024](https://virtualcoffee.io/monthlychallenges/june-2024) +- June 2023 + +## Past Blog Posts + +- **2024**: [Monthly Challenge: Mid-Year Check-In — Recharge and Refocus for an Amazing Second Half!](https://dev.to/virtualcoffee/monthly-challenge-mid-year-check-in-recharge-and-refocus-for-an-amazing-second-half-2k4c) +- **2023**: [Join Virtual Coffee for the Mid-Year Check-In Challenge: Reflect, Reevaluate, and Grow!](https://dev.to/virtualcoffee/join-virtual-coffee-for-the-mid-year-check-in-challenge-reflect-reevaluate-and-grow-3npk) diff --git a/monthly-challenges/month-of-feedback/README.md b/monthly-challenges/month-of-feedback/README.md new file mode 100644 index 00000000..0a726d33 --- /dev/null +++ b/monthly-challenges/month-of-feedback/README.md @@ -0,0 +1,41 @@ +# Month of Feedback + +This challenge calls members to approach each other with kindness and honesty, and allow this kind of feedback to be a regular part of our process. We offer empathetic responses that are honest and allow them to grow and to fix a problem. + +> [!TIP] +> Read our [`facilitator-docs.md`](../facilitators-docs.md) to learn how to handle tasks before and after challenges, as well as the technical guidelines. + +## Announcement to Kick-Off the Challenge + +📃 **Script Templates** + +TBA + +## Async Check-Ins + +⏳ **Timeline**: TBA + +📃 **Script Templates** + +TBA + +## Slack Channels + +Slack channels that we use for the challenge: + +- `#announcement` + - Initial announcement. +- `#monthly-challenge` + - Challenge announcements. + - Async check-ins. +- `#welcome` + - Welcoming new members. + +--- + +## Past Challenges + +- [June 2022](https://virtualcoffee.io/monthlychallenges/june-2022) +- [May 2021](https://virtualcoffee.io/monthlychallenges/may-2021) + +## Past Blog Posts diff --git a/monthly-challenges/pairing/README.md b/monthly-challenges/pairing/README.md new file mode 100644 index 00000000..d8c9f1ac --- /dev/null +++ b/monthly-challenges/pairing/README.md @@ -0,0 +1,39 @@ +# Pairing + +Pairing is more than just coding with someone else. Pairing is about communication, teaching, learning, positive reinforcements, and growing. + +> [!TIP] +> Read our [`facilitator-docs.md`](../facilitators-docs.md) to learn how to handle tasks before and after challenges, as well as the technical guidelines. + +## Announcement to Kick-Off the Challenge + +📃 **Script Templates** + +TBA + +## Async Check-Ins + +⏳ **Timeline**: TBA + +📃 **Script Templates** + +TBA + +## Slack Channels + +Slack channels that we use for the challenge: + +- `#announcement` + - Initial announcement. +- `#monthly-challenge` + - Challenge announcements. + - Async check-ins. + +--- + +## Past Challenges + +- [February 2022](https://virtualcoffee.io/monthlychallenges/feb-2022) +- [December 2020](https://virtualcoffee.io/monthlychallenges/dec-2020) + +## Past Blog Posts diff --git a/monthly-challenges/preptember/README.md b/monthly-challenges/preptember/README.md index b6a15388..b3b699e7 100644 --- a/monthly-challenges/preptember/README.md +++ b/monthly-challenges/preptember/README.md @@ -27,6 +27,19 @@ Prepare the [vc-preptember repository](https://github.com/Virtual-Coffee/vc-prep 📃 **Script Templates** +**2024** + +```text +It’s now September and that means it is time for the Preptember Challenge! + +We have two main strands planned for this month's challenge. + +- The [repository](https://github.com/Virtual-Coffee/vc-preptember) where contributors and aspiring contributors can practice a real contribution flow on GitHub, and maintainers or seasoned contributors can add repositories to the list to recommend for Hacktoberfest month. +- The OpenSauced maintainers and contributors courses. Stay tuned for specifics of our program around these courses. + +Let's get into the spirit of the fall and use this Challenge to get prepared for next month's Hacktoberfest 🎃 +``` + **2023** ```text @@ -40,12 +53,79 @@ For this year's Preptember, we're excited to share that we have something new as Read our challenge page for the details, and watch this walkthrough video to give you some insight into what it's all about! 🙌 ``` +## Event Announcements + +**2024** + +- **Intro to Maintainer Workshop** + + ```text + **WHEN**: Sept 13, 10:30a ET + **WHAT**: @Ayu and I will be walking you through what it means to be a maintainer, how to set your project up for success, and answering all your questions. Even if you aren't ready to be a maintainer, if you're interested in learning more about open source, this workshop will provide a lot of valuable information. + ``` + +- **Intro to Contributing to Open Source** + + ```text + Friday, September 27th 10:30a ET + + In this workshop, Ayu and Bekah will walk you through on making a positive impact in open source as a contributor. They'll share ways to get started, talk about considerations for communications, contributions, and being a good open source citizen. They'll also share how you can get your first Hacktoberfest contribution and answer your questions. + ``` + ## Async Check-Ins ⏳ **Timeline**: Every morning at 9:00 AM ET. 📃 **Script Templates** +**2024** + +- **Week 1** + + ```text + Hi friends! + + How's everyone getting on with Preptember challenge? + + Don't forget to participate in our [Preptember repository](https://github.com/Virtual-Coffee/vc-preptember). + + For contributors, you can practice making a contribution by adding your name and favorite cake or snack. + + For maintainers, if you have repositories that meet our [Repository Checklist](https://virtualcoffee.io/resources/developer-resources/open-source/maintainer-guide#repository-checklist), you can add them so our contributors can find them for Hacktoberfest. + + Also, a couple of heads up: + - We have two events coming up this month for the challenge (see post in #announcements) + - The official 2024 [Hacktoberfest site](https://hacktoberfest.com/) is now live (but not yet open for registration)! + ``` + +- **Week 2** + + ```text + Hi friends! + + How are y'all getting on with the Preptember challenge? + + If you haven't yet contributed, you can find our Preptember repository [here](https://github.com/Virtual-Coffee/vc-preptember). + + Today, at 10:30 AM ET, we have the first live event for the challenge. See this post for more info! + ``` + +- **Week 3** + + ```text + Hi friends! The Preptember challenge is still ongoing! There isn't much activity in this channel this month but feel free to let us know how you're getting on or ask for help if you need it 😊 + + If you haven't yet participated in the Preptember repository, check it out: https://github.com/Virtual-Coffee/vc-preptember + ``` + +- **Week 4** + + ```text + Hi friends! How is everyone getting on with Preptember? + + As we gear up for Hacktoberfest, if you are a maintainer participating in this year's event and your repo(s) meet our [Repository Checklist](https://virtualcoffee.io/resources/developer-resources/open-source/maintainer-guide#repository-checklist), don't forget to add them to the list in [our repo](https://github.com/Virtual-Coffee/vc-preptember)! + ``` + **2023** ```text @@ -72,14 +152,33 @@ Slack channels that we use for the challenge: --- +## Past Events + +**2024** + +- **[Becoming a Maintainer Workshop](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a-wrAFiBqFI)** with Ayu and Bekah. +- **[Intro to Open Source Workshop](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KoVX3kGMn3c)** with Ayu and Bekah. + +**2023** + +- **[How to best prepare as a maintainer for Hacktoberfest](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b2d84LhlW6Q)** with Jessica +- **[How to Discover Open Source Projects That Align with Your Needs and Goals](https://youtu.be/A7qZwaqBC00?si=0gSKVDyQ8N6DoLM3)** with Jessica + +**2022** + +- [Hacktoberfest & OpenSauced](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A8iI2jlsqfs) with Bekah and Brian Douglas (AKA bdougie) +- [Intro to Hacktoberfest: PRs, Issues, Evaluating repos](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QAUodCQnpkQ) with Bekah, Dan, and Kirk + ## Past Challenges +- [September 2024](https://virtualcoffee.io/monthlychallenges/sept-2024) - [September 2023](https://virtualcoffee.io/monthlychallenges/sept-2023) - [September 2022](https://virtualcoffee.io/monthlychallenges/sept-2022) - [September 2021](https://virtualcoffee.io/monthlychallenges/sept-2021) ## Past Blog Posts +- **2024**: [Preptember: Preparing for a Successful Hacktoberfest](https://dev.to/virtualcoffee/preptember-preparing-for-a-successful-hacktoberfest-5baa) - **2023**: [Join Virtual Coffee in the Preptember 2023 Monthly Challenge!](https://dev.to/virtualcoffee/join-virtual-coffee-in-the-preptember-2023-monthly-challenge-51d2) - **2021**: - [Preptember: Projects and Discussions](https://dev.to/virtualcoffee/preptember-projects-and-discussions-1ei6) diff --git a/monthly-challenges/vc-hacktoberfest-initiative/README.md b/monthly-challenges/vc-hacktoberfest-initiative/README.md index 6e9efd29..f8145089 100644 --- a/monthly-challenges/vc-hacktoberfest-initiative/README.md +++ b/monthly-challenges/vc-hacktoberfest-initiative/README.md @@ -20,6 +20,22 @@ Prepare the [Virtual Coffee: Hacktoberfest Initiative](https://hacktoberfest.vir 📃 **Script Templates** +**2024** + +```text +It’s now October and that means it is time for a new Monthly Challenge. The Virtual Coffee Hacktobefest Initiative 2024 is starting now! 🎃 + +This challenge is always run during October and was our first-ever monthly challenge. We have three tracks: maintainers will provide issues labeled for Hacktoberfest, contributors will solve issues, and mentors will help contributors and maintainers be successful. + +This month’s challenge will take place in #hacktoberfest. Watch out for updates in that channel! #open-source is also available for general open source chat including Hacktoberfest related stuff. + +You can check out the full challenge details [here](https://virtualcoffee.io/monthlychallenges/oct-2024). + +Check out the recordings of our open source Lunch and Learns from September: [Intro to OSS](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KoVX3kGMn3c) & [Becoming a Maintainer](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a-wrAFiBqFI). + +And, last but not least, don't miss our Hacktoberfest Kickoff tomorrow at 12:00 ET! +``` + **2023** - **Initial announcement** @@ -53,10 +69,28 @@ We kick-off the challenge on October 1st on Zoom, hosted by Dan and Bekah. ## Async Check-Ins -⏳ **Timeline**: Fridays, 9:00 AM ET. +⏳ **Timeline**: Mondays, 8:00 AM ET. 📃 **Script Templates** +**2024** + +- **Week 1 - 3** + + ```text + Hi friends! Let’s do an async check-in! + + Who’s looking for issues? Who's got issues? Tell us what you’re looking for and we’ll try to get you paired up! + ``` + +- **Week 4** + + ```text + Hi friends! It's the last week of Hacktoberfest. Let’s do an async check-in! + + Who’s looking for issues? Who's got issues? Tell us what you’re looking for and we’ll try to get you paired up! + ``` + **2023** ```text @@ -75,15 +109,31 @@ Slack channels that we use for the challenge: - Challenge announcements. - Async check-ins. - Questions, help, and support. -- `#hacktoberfest-co-working-room` - - Co-working room during Hacktoberfest. - `#help-and-pairing` and `#open-source` - Questions, help, and support. +- `#co-working-room` + - Sync check-ins. + - Sync help and support. --- +## Past Events + +**2024** + +- **[Virtual Coffee Hacktoberfest Initiative Kickoff 2024](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NhX2GSCvR6Q)** with Dan + +**2023** + +- **[Virtual Coffee Hacktoberfest Kickoff](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yk7OigN9D-c)** with Dan and Bekah + +**2022** + +- **[Hacktoberfest Initiative Kickoff – Hacktoberfest Initiative – Virtual Coffee](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Pt-14e08xE)** with Dan and Bekah + ## Past Challenges +- [October 2024](https://virtualcoffee.io/monthlychallenges/oct-2024) - [October 2023](https://virtualcoffee.io/monthlychallenges/oct-2023) - [October 2022](https://virtualcoffee.io/monthlychallenges/oct-2022) - [October 2021](https://virtualcoffee.io/monthlychallenges/oct-2021) @@ -91,4 +141,5 @@ Slack channels that we use for the challenge: ## Past Blog Posts +- **2024**: [Hacktoberfest 2024: Why You Should Participate](https://dev.to/virtualcoffee/hacktoberfest-2024-why-you-should-participate-4ffm) - **2023**: [Hacktoberfest 2023: Let's Make Positive Impacts, Learn & Grow Together in Open Source!](https://dev.to/virtualcoffee/hacktoberfest-2023-lets-make-positive-impacts-learn-grow-together-in-open-source-52a1)