Muhibul Haque 3:29 am on April 7, 2025  

Brainstorm & Table Lead – WordCamp Europe 2025 Contributor Day

The WordCamp Europe Contributor Day will be taking place on the 5th June, 2025! In preparation for the day, we’d like you to share ideas of what contributors at the Training Team table can get involved with that day.

You can read our Preparing for a Flagship WordCamp Contributor Day handbook page to learn more about how the Training Team prepares for Flagship WordCampWordCamp WordCamps are casual, locally-organized conferences covering everything related to WordPress. They're one of the places where the WordPress community comes together to teach one another what they’ve learned throughout the year and share the joy. Learn more. Contributor Days.

Table Leads

We are looking for Contributor DayContributor Day Contributor Days are standalone days, frequently held before or after WordCamps but they can also happen at any time. They are events where people get together to work on various areas of https://make.wordpress.org/ There are many teams that people can participate in, each with a different focus. https://2017.us.wordcamp.org/contributor-day/ https://make.wordpress.org/support/handbook/getting-started/getting-started-at-a-contributor-day/. table co-leads for WordCamp Europe 2025 — do we have any volunteers?

In general, Table leads represent the Training Team through the preparation, execution, and wrap-up of the event. You can read more about Table Lead responsibilities in this handbook page.

Brainstorm

Below are some ideas to kick-start discussions. Feel free to comment on this post with your ideas, too!

This brainstorming is open until May 15th (Thursday).

Team reps and table leads will consider all ideas and publish a post with a final plan by May 20th.

Experienced Contributors

  • Review Ready for Review content
  • Write a script for a learning pathway lesson or other lessons under Ready to Create
  • Assist with Project Thread: Learning Pathways on Learn WordPress
  • Join a session discussing practical insights into lesson creation
  • Create content
  • Work on Content Localization
  • Vet Topic Ideas
  • Cross-team collaboration opportunities  

New Contributors

  • Contributors walk through the Onboarding Paths
  • Review online courses and submit feedback
  • Write a script for a learning pathway lesson or other lessons under Ready to Create 
  • Review published content and submit an error report
    • Spelling mistakes
    • Outdated content
    • Something is not clear and needs improvement
    • Screenshot/images missing.

Courtney P.K. 9:56 pm on June 20, 2023
Tags: , mentorship,   

Proposal: New Contributor Guide Program

Overview

As mentioned in the post “Recap and Next Steps: Training Team Onboarding”, an optional Guide Program (similar to a mentorship or buddy program) for the Training Team could serve to support new contributors to the team. The idea is that experienced Training Team members would serve as Guides for these new team members, regularly checking in with them as they make their first contributions to the team. They would be available as a point of contact for new contributors if they have questions while completing the onboarding program.

This program can be taken at a self-chosen pace, but it is expected that it would take no longer than a month’s time. Read on for a detailed proposal on how this program could work!

Who are the Training Team Guides?

The roster of Guides would consist of experienced Training Team members. It would make sense for Faculty members to participate, but it is not required of them. Guides could be Training Team members that have been contributing consistently to the team for at least 6 months.

For the launch of the program, Guides will be chosen from existing Faculty members (preferably part or full-time sponsored, since they can maintain their commitment and access). After launch, an application and/or nomination process can be established. Faculty members (most likely Administrators) will develop a Guide handbook and provide training and support for new Guides assisted by this handbook.

How do New Contributors learn about the Guide Program?

When a new contributor joins the #Training channel, they could be greeted with an automated message that would include offering them the option to be matched with a Training Team Guide. They would be instructed to fill out an application form to be matched with a Guide.

During the weekly Training Team meetings, the Welcome Committee can also remind the new channel joinees that they can join the Guide Program, and share the application form with them.

There will likely be more pathways for new contributors to learn about the Guide Program, but for the initial launch of this program, we will start with SlackSlack Slack is a Collaborative Group Chat Platform https://slack.com/. The WordPress community has its own Slack Channel at https://make.wordpress.org/chat/.-based introductions.

How are new Contributors matched to Guides?

Contributors that are interested in participating in the Guide program are asked to provide the following information about themselves to ensure that they are matched with a Guide that can support them appropriately:

  • Timezone in UTC
  • Language(s) they are comfortable conversing in
  • Skills (multiple choice, based on skills utilized on the team)
  • Area(s) of contribution that they are interested in
  • Link to WordPress.orgWordPress.org The community site where WordPress code is created and shared by the users. This is where you can download the source code for WordPress core, plugins and themes as well as the central location for community conversations and organization. https://wordpress.org/ profile (if they have one)

This form would send the contributor’s information to the Training Team’s Help Scout inbox. Faculty Administrators then review the applications and the roster of Guides to find an appropriate match for the new contributor. Guides would be prioritized for the new contributor by time zone and language. Guides should take on no more than 4 new contributors at once.

It is recommended that Guides interact individually with the new contributors that they are paired with. However, Guides can opt to form small cohorts (up to 4 people) if they are able to arrange methods of communication and times that work for everyone if they are to connect synchronously.

How does the program work?

Regular check-ins between a Guide and a new contributor can be brief, as they will also be in constant contact via asynchronous Direct Messages (DMs) on Slack. It is recommended that check-ins are done at least weekly, but the Guide and contributor can plan the schedule that works best for them.

Suggested formats for the check-ins are below.

Before the first check in

  • A Faculty member introduces the Guide and the new contributor to each other via Slack DM or email. If the Guide is a Faculty member, they can introduce themselves.
  • The new contributor and their guide discuss the cadence for their regular check-in meetings and set up a schedule. It is preferred to do these check-ins synchronously, but if schedules do not allow, they can opt to have asynchronous check-ins on Slack.
  • Before their first check-in, the Guide confirms if the contributor has valid WordPress.org and GitHubGitHub GitHub is a website that offers online implementation of git repositories that can easily be shared, copied and modified by other developers. Public repositories are free to host, private repositories require a paid subscription. GitHub introduced the concept of the ‘pull request’ where code changes done in branches by contributors can be reviewed and discussed before being merged be the repository owner. https://github.com/ accounts, and shares the Getting Started guide with them.

Check-in 1

  • The Guide gives the new contributor a general overview of the Training Team and a brief description of the areas of contribution.
  • The new contributor asked if they have reviewed the Getting Started Guide, if they have completed the steps, and if they have any questions.
    • Bonus: if the contributor has decided which area(s) of contribution they want to contribute to, they complete the onboarding process for that area.
  • The new contributor is also guided to attend the next Training Team meeting (Coffee Hour optional). https://make.wordpress.org/meetings/#training
  • The guide will be available to the new contributor via Slack DM if any questions arise before their next check-in (this is an expectation between all subsequent check-ins).

Check-in 2

  • The new contributor and their Guide check in to discuss the self-guided onboarding process, and they discuss any questions or concerns that arose during the process.
  • If the contributor did not decide upon an area of contribution after the first check-in, the Guide discusses the roles with the contributor to help guide them in finding how they can best apply their strengths and skills to the team.
  • The Guide gives an overview of the types of tasks that their chosen area of contribution has. The Guide can show the contributor examples of the contributions so they can see real examples of what they look like. This may be best done over a screenshare on a synchronous call.
  • The new contributor and Guide go over “Quick contributions you can make now” together.
    • The contributor expresses a quick contribution that they are interested in learning how to do.
    • The Guide walks the contributor through the process of their chosen contribution. This gives the contributor the opportunity to ask questions as they work on their first contribution along with their Guide.
    • The contributor agrees to make additional contributions before their next check-in.

Check-in 3

  • The new contributor and their Guide check in to see how their first contributions went, and if they have any learnings, concerns, and/or questions to share.
  • The Guide prepares an update to share at the next Training Team meeting to introduce and acknowledge the new contributor and their area(s) of contribution.

Acknowledgements

Guides will be expected to share a brief update on their activity with their new contributors and celebrate their contributions during Training Team meetings. This can be done asynchronously if the Training Team meeting is at an inconvenient time for the Guide.

Follow-ups

When the initial check-ins have been completed, the Guide and Contributor can choose to continue regular check-ins, and/or remain connected on the Making WordPress Slack.

It’s recommended to check in again after 3 months to evaluate how their continued contributions are going, and if they are interested in expanding their contributions (i.e., trying a new task or a different area of contribution). It also would be helpful to create a survey for new contributors 3–6 months after completion of the Guide Program to see how they are doing.

What are your thoughts?

Let’s hear what you think about this proposal in the comments! 

  • What do you think about the proposed Guide Program?
  • Do you have any suggestions for the program?
  • For experienced Training Team members: Are you interested in participating as a Guide?

Please share your thoughts by 5 July, 2023.

Thank you to @harishanker, @bsanevans, and @west7 for contributing to and reviewing this post.

#guide-program, #mentorship, #proposal

Muhibul Haque 6:36 am on February 16, 2025  

Centralize All Learn WordPress Resources in One Place

Learn WordPress is a contributor-focused platform where various contributors create and share content. Often, contributors host their materials, such as slides or presentations, on personal platforms like Dropbox or Google Drive. This can sometimes lead to challenges when there are errors in the shared content, as the Training Team may not have access to make corrections or updates.

We often receive feedback about spelling mistakes or outdated content issues in our GitHub repository. However, for certain materials like workshops, content creators sometimes use self-hosted resources that we don’t have access to.

Store All Learn WordPress Content Resources in One Place

To address this, we are exploring the idea of establishing a centralised platform where content creators can upload their files.

This will help us ensure consistency and easier management of resources referenced in content. We will be able to modify outdated content and correct any spelling mistakes. Additionally, this platform will allow other content creators to use these materials for creating their own resources. Learners will also have easy access to these materials for educational purposes.

Some popular content hosting platforms that are commonly used include:

  1. Google Drive – A well-known platform that allows users to store, share, and collaborate on documents. It offers real-time editing and integration with Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides.
  2. Dropbox – Dropbox allows for easy file management and provides version control for collaborative work.
  3. OneDrive – A widely used cloud storage solution that offers seamless integration with various Microsoft tools.
  4. Box – Box offers secure file storage and sharing, as well as a variety of collaboration tools with good customisation options.
  5. iDrive – It offers features like secure file storage, easy sharing, and the ability to track file versions.

We’d love to hear your thoughts on this! Which platform is best for managing documents easily, giving edit access to specific individuals, enabling guest downloads, and keeping files secure when needed? What content hosting services have worked best for you?

Ronny Shani 11:31 am on February 9, 2025
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Contributor Spotlight: Muhibul Haque

Welcome to another edition of the Training Team’s Contributor Spotlight!
In this series, we introduce one of our many valued contributors and invite you to learn more about their journey.

Muhibul Haque

Meet Muhibul!

Today’s featured contributor is Muhibul Haque. Newly-appointed Training Team RepTeam Rep A Team Rep is a person who represents the Make WordPress team to the rest of the project, make sure issues are raised and addressed as needed, and coordinates cross-team efforts., Muhibul sees contribution not just as an opportunity to teach, but as part of the continuous learning journey.

Let’s get to know him.

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Muhibul has been fascinated by technology from a young age, leading him to a career in web development. “I first discovered WordPress during my early career in 2011, when I was working in Search Engine Optimization (SEO). While optimizing websites, I realized how important web development skills were, which sparked my interest in exploring this field further. Since then, coding has become my full-time focus and passion, and I’ve been using WordPress for various projects.”

Muhibul lives in Dhaka, Bangladesh, and likes to spend quality time with his friends and family, especially his energetic three-year-old son.

Muhibul (right) sitting on plastic chairs with his three-year-old son, surrounded by plants. The two are smiling to the camera

But he’s always on the lookout for community events. In 2023, he attended WordCamp Sylhet, Bangladesh, where he first discovered the option to contribute to open-source. “I took part in Contributor DayContributor Day Contributor Days are standalone days, frequently held before or after WordCamps but they can also happen at any time. They are events where people get together to work on various areas of https://make.wordpress.org/ There are many teams that people can participate in, each with a different focus. https://2017.us.wordcamp.org/contributor-day/ https://make.wordpress.org/support/handbook/getting-started/getting-started-at-a-contributor-day/. and quickly became interested.”

His developer background led him to consider contributing code: “It wasn’t easy, and I faced a lot of errors along the way. But I overcame those obstacles with the help and guidance of the community. Their support and encouragement were invaluable.”

What drew you to the Training Team, and how did you feel seeing your work reach so many people?
“The Training Team caught my attention because it offered a unique opportunity to learn and contribute equally. My first contribution was as a translation contributor. When my work was approved by the editor, I felt incredibly happy and proud. Seeing my work help make WordPress more accessible to a wider audience was a rewarding experience, and it motivated me to continue.”

Were there any specific resources that helped you along your journey as a contributor?
“Yes, the Training Team’s GitHub repository was a valuable resource for me. It contains videos that explain how to contribute to code-based projects, which really helped me get started. The Training Team’s SlackSlack Slack is a Collaborative Group Chat Platform https://slack.com/. The WordPress community has its own Slack Channel at https://make.wordpress.org/chat/. channel (#training) provided various onboarding documents that were incredibly useful, and guided me through the process.”

Muhibul sits at the Training Team table and serves as Table Lead at WordCamp

Muhibul was recently selected as a Training Team Rep, which he describes as “an incredible moment.” Before that, he filled several other roles, including administrator, guide, and editor, and contributed to the Mentorship Program.

“Being able to take on these different responsibilities was a great learning experience that has helped me grow, and being selected as a rep feels like the culmination of all that hard work and dedication.”

What advice would you give to someone interested in contributing to WordPress?
“Start small and don’t be afraid to ask for help. Begin by exploring the resources available, such as the WordPress contributor documentation, community channels, and GitHubGitHub GitHub is a website that offers online implementation of git repositories that can easily be shared, copied and modified by other developers. Public repositories are free to host, private repositories require a paid subscription. GitHub introduced the concept of the ‘pull request’ where code changes done in branches by contributors can be reviewed and discussed before being merged be the repository owner. https://github.com/ repositories. Focus on areas that interest you, whether it’s coding, documentation, translation, or support. Don’t hesitate to ask questions or seek guidance from the community—everyone is there to help you grow. Most importantly, be patient and persistent; contribution is a learning journey, and every small step counts!”

Muhibul (left) and three of his fellow contributors stand around the sign announcing Welcome to WordCamp Sylhet 2024.
Everyone is there to help you grow

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(In)Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the one thing you would like people to know about you?
I’m deeply passionate about learning and sharing knowledge. Whether it’s through contributing to WordPress, mentoring others, or working on creative projects, I always strive to grow while helping others do the same. I believe in the power of community and collaboration to make a meaningful impact.

Which of the skills that you possess was the most valuable when contributing to the Training Team and WordPress?
One of the most valuable skills I bring is my ability to stay organized and focused. Whether working on documentation, managing tasks, or mentoring others, this skill has helped me contribute effectively and meet deadlines.

Thank you, Muhibul, for all your dedication and contributions to the Training Team and the WordPress Open-Source Project!

Are you interested in contributing to the Training Team?
Check out our Getting Started guide or join the Guide Program for mentorship with an experienced contributor. We’d be happy to have you join us!

#contributor-spotlight

Jamie Madden 6:06 am on March 4, 2025  

Announcing the WordPress Training Team Deputy Representative Program and Our First Deputy

Following our proposal in January and valuable community feedback, we’re excited to announce the launch of the Deputy Team Representative program for the WordPress Training Team. We’re also delighted to introduce Sumit Singh as our first Deputy Team Representative, who will begin his term in Q2 2025 (April-June).

Program Structure

The Deputy Team Representative role has been established as a quarterly position designed to support our existing Team Representatives and ensure continuous team operations. Each term aligns with the calendar quarters, with one deputy serving at a time.

Meet Our First Deputy

Sumit Singh will serve as our inaugural Deputy Team Representative for Q2 2025 (April-June 2025). We look forward to his contributions in supporting our team’s initiatives and leadership.

Sumit has been part of the training team for several years and has gracisouly accepted the first deputy position. We have a brief introduction from him below.

I’m Sumit Singh, a passionate WordPress contributor and project manager at IIH Global. With over a decade of experience in WordPress, I’ve contributed to multiple coreCore Core is the set of software required to run WordPress. The Core Development Team builds WordPress. versions and actively participate in various projects. While I’m involved in many areas, my main focus is on the Training and Polyglots teams, where I help new contributors and work on improving WordPress translations. 

I also play an active role in the community, organizing and mentoring at WordCamps, including WordCampWordCamp WordCamps are casual, locally-organized conferences covering everything related to WordPress. They're one of the places where the WordPress community comes together to teach one another what they’ve learned throughout the year and share the joy. Learn more. Asia, WordCamp Europe, and WordCamp Ahmedabad. As the founder of the WP Lovers Team, I dedicate my weekends to assisting and supporting WordPress enthusiasts through social media and community events free of cost for beginners. 

I’m always excited to contribute, collaborate, and make WordPress more accessible to users worldwide!

Key Program Details

Term Duration

  • 3-month terms aligned with calendar quarters
  • Q2: April-June
  • Q3: July-September
  • Q4: October-December
  • Q1: January-March

Eligibility Requirements

Candidates must:

  • Be active contributors meeting our contributor badge requirements
  • Participate in at least two team meetings per month
  • Be willing to assist with team meeting facilitation and project management

Selection Process

  • Applications open one month before the current deputy’s term ends
  • Candidates can self-nominate or be nominated by others
  • Team Representatives review applications based on contribution history
  • Selection process follows similar criteria to our contributor badge process

Responsibilities

  • Assist with team meeting facilitation when needed
  • Support communication between team members and the broader WordPress community
  • Help manage ongoing team projects and initiatives
  • Provide coverage during primary Team RepTeam Rep A Team Rep is a person who represents the Make WordPress team to the rest of the project, make sure issues are raised and addressed as needed, and coordinates cross-team efforts. absences
  • Contribute to team decision-making processes

Next Application Period

For the Q3 2025 term (July-September), applications will open on June 1st, 2025, and close on June 15th, 2025. The next Deputy will be announced by June 22nd, 2025.

How to Apply

When applications open:

  1. Attend our team meetings to express your interest
  2. Submit your nomination in the Training Team channel on SlackSlack Slack is a Collaborative Group Chat Platform https://slack.com/. The WordPress community has its own Slack Channel at https://make.wordpress.org/chat/.
  3. Include your contribution history and what you hope to bring to the role

Get Involved

  • Join our Training Team channel on Slack: make.wordpress.org/chat/
  • Attend our team meetings (schedule available in the Slack channel)
  • Start contributing to become eligible for future terms

We’re excited about this new program and look forward to working with our deputies to strengthen our team’s leadership structure.

Questions? Feel free to ask in the comments below or reach out in our Slack channel.

Jamie Madden 8:43 am on January 14, 2025  

Proposal:  Deputy Team Representatives for the WordPress Training Team

The WordPress Training Team is considering the introduction of Deputy Team Representatives to support our existing Team Reps, and we’d like your feedback on this proposal.

Why Are We Considering This? As a volunteer-driven team, we recognize that our Team Reps occasionally face periods where work, personal commitments, or other responsibilities may limit their availability. Currently, when a Team RepTeam Rep A Team Rep is a person who represents the Make WordPress team to the rest of the project, make sure issues are raised and addressed as needed, and coordinates cross-team efforts. needs to step away temporarily, we lack a formal backup system. This can potentially impact team operations and communication flow.

In the proposed role, Deputy Team Reps, will act as backup leaders who would step in when primary team reps are unavailable or need additional support. This role would help maintain consistent team operations during temporary gaps in availability.

Proposed Structure

This is a part-time role with a much smaller window of commitment. We have discovered over the years that asking for a full year or two of time isn’t always possible. The idea is to allow more people to contribute in leadership roles.

  • 3-month maximum term
  • Backup support role (not a permanent Team Rep position)
  • Focus on maintaining continuity during primary Team Rep absences

Potential Responsibilities

  • Assist with team meeting facilitation when needed
  • Support communication between team members and the broader WordPress community
  • Help manage ongoing team projects and initiatives
  • Provide coverage during primary Team Rep absences
  • Contribute to team decision-making processes

Questions We’re Seeking Feedback On

  1. Do you think Deputy Team Reps would be beneficial for our team?
  2. Is the 3-month term appropriate?
  3. What qualities should we look for in Deputy Team Reps?
  4. How should we handle the selection process?
  5. What additional responsibilities should be included or excluded?

We want to hear from our community members about this proposal. Please share your feedback and suggestions in the comments below or in our team SlackSlack Slack is a Collaborative Group Chat Platform https://slack.com/. The WordPress community has its own Slack Channel at https://make.wordpress.org/chat/. channel.

This proposal aims to strengthen our team’s leadership structure while acknowledging the realities of volunteer commitments. Your input will help shape how we move forward with this initiative.

Next Steps, we’ll collect and review all feedback over the next few weeks before making any decisions about implementing this role.

Please share your thoughts on this proposal by the 7th of February.

Benazeer 10:10 am on March 1, 2025
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Training Team Meeting Recap – 25th February 2025

Meeting Agenda: https://github.com/WordPress/Learn/issues/3106
SlackSlack Slack is a Collaborative Group Chat Platform https://slack.com/. The WordPress community has its own Slack Channel at https://make.wordpress.org/chat/. Log: https://wordpress.slack.com/archives/C02RW657Q/p1740466824072309
Attendees:  @muddassirnasim @dilip2615 @noruzzaman @shubhamsedani @vishitshah @devmuhib @vasantrajput @hemant-ahir  @rithika3 @benazeer @nikitad @dapobabarinde  @Ruth Raventos @Khoaiz @Hannah KAO @freewebmentor (aync) @jagirbahesh @dparthj @pooja-n (aync) @sonaliprajapati (aync) @Tuba Saif  @sumitsingh (aync) rafikwp (aync) @chauhanraj754 (aync) @logicrays (aync) @rinkuiihglobal (async) @rfluethi (async) @zeelthakkar (async) @sajid_ansari @nishitajoshi(aync) iconithemes (async)
Newcomers: @ivahyael, @Troy, @Hannah KAO, @Syeda Faiza Karima, @vytas, @Varun Goyal, @Ričardas Kudirka, @Joana Alasaas, @princessr, @khoaiz, @sajid_ansari @ankitpanchal, @Tuba Saif

Note taker: @benazeer

News

Meeting Note Takers

Here is our current note taker roster:

Looking for feedback

  • Learn WordPress is a contributor-focused platform where various contributors create and share content. Often, contributors host their materials, such as slides or presentations, on personal platforms like Dropbox or Google Drive. This can sometimes lead to challenges when there are errors in the shared content, as the Training Team may not have access to make corrections or updates. We want to hear your feedback on this.

Looking for volunteers

  • If you’re passionate about teaching and sharing your knowledge, we invite you to join us as a content creator. To get started, please refer to our onboarding document for all the information you need to begin contributing.
  • We’ve created a snippet to promote Learn WordPress content across social media! Please help us spread the word by sharing this on your social media accounts so more people can join and contribute to the learning community. Let’s grow together!
    Copy and Share this on Your Social Media:

    :rocket: Want to learn WordPress?
    Join the largest contributor-driven learning platform and level up your WordPress skills today!
    :books: Explore free courses, tutorials, and more at https://learn.wordpress.org/
    #LearnWordPress #WordPressCommunity #WordPressEducation #WordPressTraining

Updates from last week’s Triage Squad session

  • There were no meetings last week.

Other News

  • WordCamp Asia 2025 recently concluded with an impressive turnout in Manila, Philippines. Over 1,400 attendees from 71 countries gathered at the Philippine International Convention Center, while nearly 15,000 more participated online.

Come and Contribute

This week’s contribution focus area

Contribution Acknowledgement

  • Badges awarded: Training Team Badge Awarded to @Shipon Karmakar
  • Props: @devmuhib  gave props to Jamie Madden , Jagir Bahesh and  westnz for leading Training team table at WordCampWordCamp WordCamps are casual, locally-organized conferences covering everything related to WordPress. They're one of the places where the WordPress community comes together to teach one another what they’ve learned throughout the year and share the joy. Learn more. Asia 2025.

Project updates

  • @devmuhib is working on marketing snippet for Learn WordPress.

Upcoming Online Workshops

  • No upcoming events. If anyone is interested to host events on Learn WordPress, Please check this onboarding document.

Contributor Updates

Open Discussions

  • We don’t have anything at the moment.

I would like to give props to @devmuhib for guiding to create this meeting recap.

You can see all meetings scheduled on this meeting calendar. If you are new to the Training Team, then come walk through our onboarding program to get to know the team and how we work. And if you have questions, feel free to reach out in the #training Slack channel at any time.

#meeting-recap

Muhibul Haque 3:38 am on January 27, 2025  

Training Team Goals for 2025

You can find our asynchronous discussion on Team Goal Settings Post 2025 here.

Vision

The WordPress Training Team’s 2025 goals focus on expanding our global reach through enhanced marketing, improved content accessibilityAccessibility Accessibility (commonly shortened to a11y) refers to the design of products, devices, services, or environments for people with disabilities. The concept of accessible design ensures both “direct access” (i.e. unassisted) and “indirect access” meaning compatibility with a person’s assistive technology (for example, computer screen readers). (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Accessibility), and stronger community engagement. We aim to increase Learn WordPress adoption through local events, multilingual support, and diverse online workshops while streamlining content management and contributor recognition.

Values

The Training Team values are commitment to open sourceOpen Source Open Source denotes software for which the original source code is made freely available and may be redistributed and modified. Open Source **must be** delivered via a licensing model, see GPL. learning, inclusivity, and collaborative growth. We prioritize clear communication, accessibility, and quality educational content that empowers WordPress users worldwide. You can read more about Training Team Values on our handbook page.

Goals to roll over from 2024

Listed below are goals session participants thought would be good to roll over into the 2025 goals.

  • Create a Marketing Campaign for Learning Pathways with Marketing
  • Continue data analysing practices to gauge the health and effectiveness of the Training Team and Learn’s Content
  • Create or update a handbook page that clarifies where people’s contributions to the team will appear/be displayed
  • Audit Handbooks and Keep Them Updated

Milestones

The new goals session participants would like to see the Training Team work on this year are listed below. The next step is for folks to volunteer and take ownership.

Q1 – January to March 2025

  • Polylang implementation on Learn is 90% complete — let’s push to make it 100%!
  • Content Deprecation: Tutorials are nearly complete — let’s make the final push to finish them.
  • Let’s have more Study Hours as Online Workshops – hosted by more people at different time zones
  • Marketing: Create snippets for published content, share them in the Training SlackSlack Slack is a Collaborative Group Chat Platform https://slack.com/. The WordPress community has its own Slack Channel at https://make.wordpress.org/chat/. channel, and encourage each member to share them on their social platforms.
  • Remove Gatherpress
  • Ensure English subtitles are available, review and refine them, and prioritize translation tasks effectively.

Q2 – April to June 2025

  • Take advantage of Contributor Days at WordCamps to establish connections with the training team and outline promotional initiatives for Learn.
  • Onboarding more editors to apply feedback
  • Create or update a handbook page that clarifies where people’s contributions to the team will appear/be displayed
  • Working on lesson plan implementation
  • Increase participation in the Training team from Europe and the Americas by expanding outreach efforts, creating localized content, and accommodating different time zones.
  • Any goals rolled over from the previous quarter.

Q3 – July to September 2025

  • Create a system for better surfacing Training Team member’s contributions.
  • Collaborate more with other teams during Contributor Days to foster stronger teamwork.
  • Let’s host coffee hours again where we can share information and have in-person discussions.
  • Develop more Learn content tailored for business settings, such as marketing, eCommerce, and real-world use cases.
  • Any goals rolled over from the previous quarter.

Q4 -October to December 2025

  • Work with the Community team to promote Learning Pathways at MeetupMeetup All local/regional gatherings that are officially a part of the WordPress world but are not WordCamps are organized through https://www.meetup.com/. A meetup is typically a chance for local WordPress users to get together and share new ideas and seek help from one another. Searching for ‘WordPress’ on meetup.com will help you find options in your area.’s.
  • Make resources/opportunities for Meetup organizers and WordCampWordCamp WordCamps are casual, locally-organized conferences covering everything related to WordPress. They're one of the places where the WordPress community comes together to teach one another what they’ve learned throughout the year and share the joy. Learn more. speakers – helping folks use Learn content in their local events.
  • Prepare presentations anyone in the team can use to present for the Training Team at WordCamps.
  • Audit Handbook
  • Any goals rolled over from previous quarters.

Stretch

Props:

Attendees: Thanks to @digitalchild, @kaitohm, @psykro, @devmuhib, @pooja-n, @joellobo1234, @multanisadik, @dparthj, @vishitshah, @rfluethi, @dilip2615, @nilovelez, @mosescursor, @karthickmurugan

Muhibul Haque 6:46 am on December 10, 2024  

Brainstorm & Table Lead – WordCamp Asia 2025 Contributor Day

The WordCamp Asia Contributor Day will be taking place on the 20th February, 2025! In preparation for the day, we’d like you to share ideas of what contributors at the Training Team table can get involved with that day.

You can read our Preparing for a Flagship WordCamp Contributor Day handbook page to learn more about how the Training Team prepares for Flagship WordCampWordCamp WordCamps are casual, locally-organized conferences covering everything related to WordPress. They're one of the places where the WordPress community comes together to teach one another what they’ve learned throughout the year and share the joy. Learn more. Contributor Days.

Table Leads

We are looking for Contributor DayContributor Day Contributor Days are standalone days, frequently held before or after WordCamps but they can also happen at any time. They are events where people get together to work on various areas of https://make.wordpress.org/ There are many teams that people can participate in, each with a different focus. https://2017.us.wordcamp.org/contributor-day/ https://make.wordpress.org/support/handbook/getting-started/getting-started-at-a-contributor-day/. table co-leads for WordCamp Asia 2025 — do we have any volunteers?

In general, Table leads represent the Training Team through the preparation, execution, and wrap-up of the event. You can read more about Table Lead responsibilities in this handbook page.

Brainstorm

Below are some ideas to kick-start discussions. Feel free to comment on this post with your ideas, too!

This brainstorming is open until January 20th (Monday).

Team reps and table leads will consider all ideas and publish a post with a final plan by February 6th.

Experienced Contributors

  • Review Ready for Review content
  • Write a script for a learning pathway lesson or other lessons under Ready to Create
  • Assist with Project Thread: Learning Pathways on Learn WordPress
  • Join a session discussing practical insights into lesson creation
  • Create content
  • Work on Content Localization
  • Vet Topic Ideas
  • Cross-team collaboration opportunities  

New Contributors

  • Contributors walk through the Onboarding Paths
  • Review online courses and submit feedback
  • Write a script for a learning pathway lesson or other lessons under Ready to Create 
  • Review published content and submit an error report
    • Spelling mistakes
    • Outdated content
    • Something is not clear and needs improvement
    • Screenshot/images missing.
Jonathan Bossenger 7:46 am on December 17, 2024  

Training Team 2025 Goals Setting

2025 is just around the corner, and it’s once again time to set our team goals for the year! In a similar fashion to previous years, we’ll be hosting two synchronous sessions to brainstorm ideas. Anyone is welcome to join either of these sessions.

Before attending, please take some time to review the Training Team’s Team Values. These are our shared values that form the foundation of all we set out to achieve.

The Zoom link for each session will be shared in the #training Slack channel 5 minutes before each session starts. The video recording and outcomes from each session will also be posted below for asynchronous conversation.

Timelines

  • First synchronous session: Tuesday, 7 January 2025 at 07:00 UTC (during the regular weekly team meeting time)
  • Second synchronous session: Thursday, 9 January 2025 at 13:00 UTC
  • Asynchronous discussion until 24 January 2025
  • Publish team goals by 31 January 2025