[documentation] commentary

[Ronald Mulero]

christopher calicott wrote:
> > ...
> > The more important point I wanted to make  
> > overall was about us considering more carefully the approach that we  
> > take to encourage newcomers to contribute - in a way that is more  
> > inviting and fostering of productivity.  If someone wants to  
> > contribute, encourage them, and show them how.  Really simple,  
> > really.  This approach, here, in any corporation would identify a need  
> > for restructuring.
> >
> > -=- christopher
> >   

+1 christopher  :) 

Yes. I agree. Our approach to newbies needs a little more social polish. 

It isn't completely broken, nor is it any one person's or small group of 
people's fault. There is neither blame nor hidden insult here, just some 
healthy organizational criticism that needs to be addressed every now and 
then. 

Everyone remember webchick's first interaction with #drupal?
http://drupal.org/webchick-wins-best-contributor-open-source-awards
I doubt she was the last newb to feel that way--whether warranted or not. We 
are all fortunate that she came out from under
that blanket.  :) 

So, anyone know of any specific techniques that we can all apply to
foster a more inclusive social environment for drupal newbs? 

Maybe it'd be worthwhile to collect them all and post them under a new 
subheading at: http://drupal.org/contribute/support 

Ron