Contributor Pathways

Want to give back to WordPress but don’t know where to begin? Browse the sections below for quick guides to evergreen contribution pathways that are always open and always need help, or view all guides here. The Good First Issues board also has specific one-off tasks that need doing now.

For developers and tinkerers who want to write code, build tools, or improve existing projects. You could build a Playground Blueprint that showcases a WordPress capability in a single click, or contribute to GatherPress to help power WordPress Student Clubs. All Build guides

For designers, photographers, and anyone with an eye for how things look and work. You could submit your photos to the WordPress Photo Directory for thousands of people to use, or create block patterns that give site builders better starting points. All Design guides

For writers and editors who want to improve documentation, create guides, or develop learning content. You could create content for Learn WordPress to help people level up their skills, or just file a documentation issue when you spot something wrong: no fix needed, just flag it. All Write guides

For detail-oriented people who want to find bugs, verify fixes, or review content. You could test WordPress beta releases before they ship to millions of sites, or test for accessibility to make sure WordPress works for everyone. You can even make this project better by reviewing a guide. All Test guides

For multilingual contributors who want to make WordPress accessible in more languages. Right now you can translate training content so learners worldwide can study in their own language. More guides are on the way.

For people who like coordinating, triaging, and keeping things running smoothly. From could volunteering at a WordPress event near you to triaging issues in Gutenberg, or even suggesting new Pathway Guides. All Organize guides

For communicators who want to help spread the word and grow the community. You could add captions to WordPress.tv videos so talks reach a wider audience, or promote a local WordPress event to bring new people in. All Promote guides