- Rahul Dungarani
WordPress org: Rahul Dungarani
Team of contribution: Community
A Truly Memorable Experience at WordCamp Asia’s Contributors Day in Taiwan!
Participating in WordCamp Asia’s Contributor Day was not just an event for me, but a deeply inspiring and transformative experience that will stay with me forever. Being surrounded by a community of passionate individuals who are dedicated to the growth of WordPress reminded me of the true power of open-source collaboration.
But what made this day even more special was the unexpected and humbling honor I received. I was appointed as the official organizer for the Surat WordPress Community meetup by none other than Rocío Valdivia, Lead of the Global Community Team at Automattic WordPress. Her unwavering commitment and belief in the power of the WordPress community have been nothing short of inspirational. Rocío’s guidance has made my transition into this role seamless, and I can’t express how deeply grateful I am for her support and trust.
Standing there, surrounded by fellow contributors, I felt an overwhelming sense of pride and responsibility. This isn’t just a title or a role—it’s an opportunity to make a real impact, to help shape the future of the WordPress ecosystem, and to foster a vibrant and thriving WordPress community in Surat.
Contribution to WordPress is not just about code or events; it’s about being part of something bigger than ourselves. It’s about fueling the open-source movement, empowering people worldwide, and making WordPress accessible to everyone. The ripple effect of even the smallest contribution—whether it’s a line of code, a piece of content, or simply organizing a meetup—strengthens the global community.
I’ve realized how vital these contributions are in evolving the WordPress ecosystem. Every single contributor brings their unique perspective and energy, and together, we are shaping the future of this incredible platform. It’s this spirit of giving, of building something that benefits millions of people, that makes the WordPress community truly special.
I’m brimming with excitement for the journey ahead. The possibilities are endless, and I look forward to continuing this path of contribution, collaboration, and growth with all of you.
A heartfelt thank you to the entire WordPress Community Contribution team for making this journey so inspiring. Together, we are creating something that will leave a lasting impact, not just on WordPress but on the lives of millions of users across the globe.
Let’s continue evolving, contributing, and empowering each other—because together, we make WordPress what it is today and what it can become tomorrow. 🙏
2. Guste Cibulskyte
WordPress org profile: Guste Cibulskyte
Team of contribution: Marketing
WordCamp Europe 2024 Contributor Day in Torino was the first one I participated in and contributed to. It took some time for me to understand that anyone can contribute, and you don’t have to be a WordPress expert to do that.
It was such a wonderful experience because not only did I do something valuable, but I also bonded with like-minded people, made connections, and felt a part of the community. Doing it for the first time didn’t feel scary at all because the table lead was really informative on what needed to be done, and even without him, we helped each other tackle any obstacles in our way. Together, we went through this great initiative (WordPress Showcase), discussed and reviewed many projects and websites. It felt super rewarding to approve the submission of Digitalists and then see it live on the Showcase!
I believe that Contributor Day is the most important day at WordCamps – it’s an amazing opportunity for contributors to finally feel like they are not alone behind the screen, to finally meet their peers, and to inspire each other to keep on working on making WordPress stronger and better.
