Contributor Day

Participants working together at WordCamp Asia’s Contributor Day, collaborating at shared tables with laptops during an active contribution session.

More Than Code — The Poetry of Open Source in Motion

Thinking about contributing to WordPress but wondering how to start? WordCamp Asia 2026 opens with Contributor Day on April 9, 2026 at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai. It is a welcoming on-ramp for all skill levels. Whether you write code or prefer non-technical tasks, we will help you make a meaningful contribution. Join hundreds of contributors for a focused day of learning, collaboration, and real impact.

A large group of WordCamp Asia 2025 attendees standing and smiling during an opening session, with hands raised and a stage screen visible in the background.
Attendees gather during the WordCamp Asia 2025 opening session, celebrating community, connection, and the start of the event.

Contributor Day is more than a chance to give back. It is a practical environment where you meet people, solve real tasks, and can see how the project fits together. Join the contributor day where you can:

  • Connect with WordPress professionals. Engage with contributors across engineering, design, translation, documentation, community, accessibility, testing, and mentorship. Meet people who actively shape the WordPress project.
  • Receive support at any level. Structured guidance is available all day, whether you’re a first-timer or a returning contributor seeking deeper involvement. Mentors and team representatives are ready to help.
  • Learn through practice. Many contributions are reviewed, improved, and even merged during the event, allowing you to see the impact of your work right away.Make meaningful progress. Many attendees complete contributions during the Contributor Day, gaining a better understanding of WordPress workflows and witnessing their efforts move forward. The momentum you build during Contributor Day becomes a foundation for continued contribution long after the event.
  • Explore the Open-Source Library.  Have meaningful, one-on-one conversations with Open-Source Books. Formerly known as Human Books, this space now covers a wider range of topics including contribution pathways, growth, leadership, workflows, and personal stories within the open-source journey. 

To help you get familiar with how it works, you can also explore the previous edition and see the kinds of stories and experiences shared by past Open-Source Books.

  • Join practical Contributor Day workshops.  Participate in hands-on workshops offered throughout the day, covering various skill levels including beginner-friendly sessions. These workshops focus on essential skills, contribution workflows, and practical techniques you can immediately apply when you return to your team table.

Contributor Day also aligns with the Five for the Future initiative, a community program that encourages individuals and organisations to dedicate time to WordPress. Companies that support staff participation help sustain the software they rely on and grow internal skills.

Supporting employee participation in Contributor Day helps your company with:

  • Stronger presence in the WordPress ecosystem. Build real relationships with experienced contributors and project leads, while raising your company’s visibility and credibility.
  • Talent development and retention. Your team learns practical skills on real work, comes back energised, and is more likely to stay.
  • Operational advantage. Hear about changes sooner, plan with the roadmap, and align your products and services with the platform you rely on.

If your company plans to participate, encourage teammates to register for Contributor Day and to choose teams that align with your products and expertise. Even a few hours per month makes a difference.

What Happens at Contributor Day?

The day begins with a short welcome. Instead of a first-timer onboarding session, we will run a focused workshop for new contributors. This workshop introduces why contributions matter, the benefits for you and the project, the skills you can build, and the basic tools you will use. After the workshop, you can choose a Make WordPress team table and start contributing.

Four attendees sitting around a table with laptops, smiling and posing while working during Contributor Day.
Contributors collaborate and share ideas during Contributor Day.
A buffet table at WordCamp Asia featuring a variety of dishes in stainless steel chafing trays, salads, condiments, and labeled food options prepared for attendees.
A selection of dishes served at the WordCamp Asia buffet, offering attendees a diverse and delicious dining experience.
Four WordCamp Asia attendees sitting together at the Polyglots table, smiling while working on their laptops during Contributor Day.
Polyglots contributors collaborate during WordCamp Asia Contributor Day.
Three women focused on their laptops during a Contributor Day session, collaborating near large windows with natural light.
New contributors working side by side during a Contributor Day session.

Throughout the day, you can also join specialized workshops led by experienced contributors. These sessions focus on concrete skills — from debugging and documentation workflows to accessibility, design processes, testing practices, pattern creation, community building, and more. You’re free to attend multiple workshops depending on your interests.

Another space you can explore is the Open-Source Library (formerly known as the Human Library). Here, you can have meaningful one-on-one conversations with “Open-Source Books” — contributors who share real stories about their journeys, challenges, and lessons in open source. It’s a great way to learn directly from people who have been shaping the project.

A diverse group of WordCamp Asia attendees posing together and smiling at the Marketing table during Contributor Day.
The Marketing team gathers for a group photo at WordCamp Asia Contributor Day.

Across all team tables, typical contribution tasks include coding and testing, documentation writing, translation, support, design, accessibility reviews, training content creation, community planning, marketing, and more. Each area is supported by Table Leads, who help guide the work, keep the environment welcoming, and ensure that everyone — whether new or experienced — can contribute effectively.

What’s New for the Upcoming Contributor Day?

Contributor Day – Open-Source Library

Two WordCamp Asia attendees engage in an animated discussion at a small table during Contributor Day.
An Open-Source Library exchange, where attendees connect through focused storytelling and shared experiences.
An attendee and an Open-Source Book engage in a one-on-one conversation during Contributor Day at WordCamp Asia.
An Open-Source Library session where a Book and a Borrower share stories and personal experiences through one-on-one conversation.
Two WordCamp Asia attendees sit at a small table having a focused one-on-one conversation during Contributor Day.
A one-on-one Open-Source Library session where attendees share personal experiences and insights through meaningful conversation.

First, we will have Contributor Day – Open-Source Library, formerly called Contributor Day – Human Library at previous WordCamp Asia events, a space for brief one-on-one conversations with experienced contributors. It is a straightforward way to ask where to start, which teams fit your skills, and how to grow your impact. 

New this year, the Open-Source Books, also formerly known as “Human Books”, are opening up to a wider range of topics, so conversations can cover not only contribution pathways and team fit but also broader areas like growth, leadership, and practical workflows tailored to your goals.

Applications for the Contributor Day – Open-Source Library are now open.
If you have knowledge, stories, or experience to share, we invite you to apply as an Open-Source Book. Join us in creating meaningful one-on-one conversations that inspire new and returning contributors.

Contributor Day – Workshops

A speaker presents to a room of attendees during a workshop at WordCamp Asia 2025.
A speaker leads an engaging workshop session during WordCamp Asia 2025, with attendees actively participating and taking notes.

Second, we are adding a series of practical workshops you can join throughout the day. These sessions cover different skill levels, including beginner-friendly options, and focus on essential skills, workflows, and contribution-focused topics. Each workshop is designed to help you return to your team table with something you can immediately apply.

We will also introduce a few quality-of-life improvements so you can stay focused on contributing:

  • Clearer wayfinding and table signage to help you find the right team quickly
  • A friendly help desk for quick questions and setup support
  • A simple schedule overview so you can see what is happening at a glance

More details will be shared closer to the event, but the goal is simple: make it easier to join in, learn quickly, and make a meaningful contribution.

Contributor Day Registration

To join Contributor Day, you will need a WordCamp Asia 2026 event pass. Any pass type is eligible. If you do not have one yet, please visit the event pass sale page to purchase your ticket. Subscribe to our newsletter or follow WordCamp Asia on social media to be notified as soon as the next release becomes available.

After purchasing your pass, watch your inbox for an email titled “Contributor Day registration is now open!” or “Reminder: Contributor Day registration is now open!” This message contains a link to the registration form. If you don’t see it, give it a moment, then check your spam folder.

Note: Passes often sell out quickly, so check early and act fast to secure your spot.

The Spirit of Contributor Day

Contributor Day is a place for everyone in the WordPress community, not just those who write code. It is a day built on curiosity, shared learning, and the idea that people from different backgrounds can come together to build something bigger than themselves.

A group of WordCamp Asia 2025 attendees smiling and posing together during Contributor Day closing remarks.
Contributors come together for a photo as Contributor Day 2025 wraps up.
A group of developers working on laptops together during WordCamp Asia 2025 Contributor Day.
Developers team up on coding tasks during Contributor Day at WordCamp Asia 2025.
Contributors working on laptops at the Patterns table during WordCamp Asia 2025 Contributor Day.
Focused collaboration happens at the Patterns table during WordCamp Asia 2025.
Contributors working together at the Training table while a mentor provides guidance during WordCamp Asia 2025.
Training contributors collaborate closely during WordCamp Asia 2025 Contributor Day.

Meet others who care about open source, discover new skills, and offer your own insights. When we collaborate, even small contributions become part of the larger story that powers the web.See you in Mumbai on April 9, 2026 for an unforgettable Contributor Day.