Join me as I share my journey from a beginner in the cloud native community to becoming a CNCF Ambassador. Through contributions to Kubernetes, Istio, and OpenTelemetry—focusing on code, documentation, and localization—I’ll show how anyone can get involved, grow their skills, and build a reputation in the open-source ecosystem.

This session will offer actionable tips for newcomers: how to start contributing, why documentation and localization matter, and how to leverage your work for career growth. Whether you're just getting started or aiming to amplify your impact, this talk will inspire you to make meaningful contributions and thrive within the CNCF community.

Key Takeaways:
- How to make your first contributions to CNCF projects
- The power of code, docs, and localization
- Building your network and visibility in open source
- How to become a CNCF Ambassador

Learn more about CNCF Ambassador Journey: https://docs.daocloud.io/en/blogs/2024/241108-cncf-ambassador.html