Re: Cambridge University Talk - 9th November 2023

[Ayan Kumar Halder <ayankuma@amd.com>]

Hi Xen Maintainers/developers,


As part of my talk, I wish to provide some examples of tasks that a 
newbie can easily pick up and contribute.

This need not be a dedicated project, but something that can be 
contributed on an ad-hoc basis.

The idea is to get more people interested in Xen project. :)


I found some examples of this :-

1. Misra C fixes - Refer "Misra rule 10.3 violations report script" . 
Luca has provided an awesome script to identify the MISRA violations. 
This can be used to provide fixes.

2. https://wiki.xenproject.org/wiki/Outreach_Program_Projects - I think 
this page provides some pointers, but I am not sure if this is up to date.


Please let me know if there are more of these examples.


Kind regards,

Ayan


On 30/10/2023 17:54, Kelly Choi wrote:
> Hello Xen Community!
>
> I'm excited to share that we will be presenting a talk at Cambridge 
> University!
> This is free and open to everyone, including students and the public.
>
> Make sure to add this to your calendars and come along.
>
> *Date: Thursday 9th November 2023*
> *Time: 3 - 4pm *
> *Location:
> *
> *Computer Laboratory
> William Gates Building
> 15 JJ Thomson Avenue*
> *Cambridge CB3 0FD
> https://www.cl.cam.ac.uk/directions/ *
>
> Title: Navigating the Open Source Landscape: Insights from Ayan Kumar 
> and Edwin Torok <https://talks.cam.ac.uk/talk/index/205825>
>
> Join us for an illuminating seminar featuring two distinguished 
> speakers, Ayan Kumar and Edwin Torok, who will delve into the 
> intricate world of open-source projects.
>
> Ayan Kumar: In his engaging presentation, Ayan Kumar will be your 
> guide through the inner workings of open-source projects, using the 
> Xen hypervisor as a compelling example. With a keen focus on 
> demystifying the nuances of open-source collaborations, Ayan will walk 
> you through the step-by-step workflow for contributions, shedding 
> light on the collaborative modes that fuel innovation. Get ready to be 
> inspired by the fascinating ongoing developments in the Xen 
> hypervisor. Ayan will also provide invaluable insights for newcomers, 
> outlining promising avenues for their initial contributions. The 
> session will culminate in a hands-on demonstration featuring a 
> selection of noteworthy open-source projects.
>
> Edwin Torok: Edwin Torok will offer invaluable wisdom on the unique 
> challenges of joining and maintaining a venerable, decade-old 
> codebase, drawing from his extensive experience with the XAPI project. 
> With a deep dive into the strategies and practices that sustain such a 
> longstanding project, Edwin will equip you with the insights needed to 
> navigate and contribute effectively to large-scale, established 
> codebases.
>
> Don't miss this opportunity to gain firsthand knowledge from these two 
> seasoned experts in the open-source arena. Join us for an enriching 
> seminar that promises to empower both beginners and seasoned 
> developers alike.
>
> Many thanks,
> Kelly Choi
>
> Open Source Community Manager
> XenServer, Cloud Software Group