diff --git a/_guides/write-your-opensource-automation-creator-bio.md b/_guides/write-your-opensource-automation-creator-bio.md index 38ba153..e3bc4ef 100644 --- a/_guides/write-your-opensource-automation-creator-bio.md +++ b/_guides/write-your-opensource-automation-creator-bio.md @@ -6,38 +6,32 @@ display: true --- # Write your Open Source Automation Creator Bio -## Instructions -This is what we’ll need from you so that we can promote you in our marketing efforts. - -- [Name](#name) -- [Bio](#bio) -- [Quote](#question) -- [Motivations](#motivations) -- [Picture](#picture) ---- +This is what we’ll need from you so that we can promote you in our marketing efforts: +- Name +- Bio +- Quote +- Motivations +- Picture + - ## Name How would you like your name to appear on the website? ---- - + ## Bio -### Uses: +Uses for your bio: - Developers can find and collaborate with you - Content for your LinkedIn profile About section - Information for employers visiting 100 Automations - Speaker's bio if you land a speaking engagement -### Elements: Your bio should have the following elements: - - Summary: Highlight your contributions at 100 Automations or Hack for LA. You can also show off your achievements, put your career choices in context, or show off your personality. - Technical and Soft Skills: Highlight technologies used in your automations as well as your collaborative skills. - Socials: Where can developers or recruiters reach you? -### Examples: + Here are two examples: **Example 1: [Sophia Alice](https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophia-alice/)** @@ -46,12 +40,12 @@ Here are two examples: >You can see my skills and connect with me on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophia-alice/){:target="_blank"}, or check out my code on [GitHub](https://github.com/salice){:target="_blank"}. >For any other inquiries, please feel free to [Email](mailto:sophiaalice@protonmail.com) me. -**Includes:** +_Includes:_ - A brief summary of background, interests, and strengths - Your involvement in open-source communities or 100 Automations. If you contributed to any automations, briefly mention them and your role. - Links to professional socials -**Does not include:** +_Does not include:_ - An expansive life story; the Bio is a place for brief first impressions - Personal socials; keep your Bio professional - A copy-paste of your resume @@ -72,43 +66,43 @@ Here are two examples: > > I love collaborating with others. Let's get in touch! [GitHub](https://github.com/timmalstead){:target="_blank"} | [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/timmalstead/){:target="_blank"} | [My Website](https://timmalstead.com/){:target="_blank"} -**Includes:** +_Includes:_ - Your larger goals (personal and or professional) - Your working / problem-solving style - A list of technical and soft skills -**Does not include:** +_Does not include:_ - An encompassing list of all your skills. Reason: The Bio should provide a brief view of who you are on 100 Automations. Try to keep the list no longer than 5 items. To provide an encompassing view of your skills, provide your LinkedIn. ---- - -### Quote + + +## Quote A quote from you about automations. Add your personal flair! **Example 1:** > "Automations allow us to focus on being productive instead of busy.” ---- - -### Motivations -#### Personal/ Englightend Self-interest (Internal Motivation): -What personally motivates you to create automations and contribute to our platform? - (e.g. to grow certain skills, increase visibility, give back to the community, etc.) -**Example 1:** -> I'm motivated by my drive to grow as a developer – I want to strengthen my skills in Python and Jekyll, and I want to learn how to write good, clean code by contributing to a platform with high standards. I also want to work with like-minded people who use and want to improve open-source code. +## Motivations -#### Community Impact (External Motivation): -What around you motivates you to create automations for the open-source community? Was it out of annoyance or need? +### Internal Motivation +This is your Englightend Self-interest. What personally motivates you to create automations and contribute to our platform? +(e.g. to grow certain skills, increase visibility, give back to the community, etc.) -**Example 1:** +**Example:** +> I'm motivated by my drive to grow as a developer – I want to strengthen my skills in Python and Jekyll, and I want to learn how to write good, clean code by contributing to a platform with high standards. I also want to work with like-minded people who use and want to improve open-source code. + +### External Motivation +This is the Community Impact you want to have. What around you motivates you to create automations for the open-source community? Was it out of annoyance or need? +**Example:** > In 2020, the pandemic drove us to work at home, and we spent more hours on open-source work. But how do we make our work sustainable over the long run? Automations will help us achieve efficiency in open-source collaborations. ---- - + + + ### Picture Can we use your LinkedIn profile picture? If yes, please provide your LinkedIn URL. @@ -117,5 +111,5 @@ A good profile picture is a: - Professional headshot - Recent (it needs to look like you) -Here are [10 Tips for Picking the Right LinkedIn Profile Picture](https://business.linkedin.com/talent-solutions/blog/2014/12/5-tips-for-picking-the-right-linkedin-profile-picture){:target="_blank"}v. +Here are [10 Tips for Picking the Right LinkedIn Profile Picture](https://business.linkedin.com/talent-solutions/blog/2014/12/5-tips-for-picking-the-right-linkedin-profile-picture){:target="_blank"}