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Open Source Learning Pathways

Choose a pathway based on your role, interests, and experience level. Each pathway contains curated lessons to guide your learning journey.

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Getting Started with Open Source

For learners new to open source and open collaboration.

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Contributing to a Project

For those ready to write code, open issues, or create documentation.

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Maintaining & Sustaining Software

For maintainers, project leads, and tech stewards.

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Building Inclusive Communities

For those organizing people, not just code.

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Understanding Licensing & Compliance

For anyone navigating open source legalities, especially in a UC context.

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Strategic Practices & Career Development

For project leaders, RSEs, and open science strategists.

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