Room 102 | Insights from WordPress Contribution: What Makes Us Impactful

Unveiling the Power of Community: Naoko Takano at WordCamp Asia 2024. Naoko Takano set the stage ablaze on the second day of WordCamp Asia 2024 with her session that delved deep into the ethos of ‘Five for the Future’. She illuminated the path for WordPress communities to contribute significantly to the platform’s evolution. With a staggering 60% of company-sponsored contributors, it’s evident that a substantial 21% of contributions are leaving a lasting impact.

Naoko introduced the Contribution Ladder—a framework designed to guide contributors through a journey of growth and involvement. The stages, Connect, Understand, Engage, Perform, Lead, represent a progressive climb, each step fostering deeper integration and influence within the WordPress ecosystem.