LWN subscribers support publishing and gain access to all site content and extra features. At DebConf24, the Brazilian Debian community shared strategies for boosting participation. They overcame barriers like lack of documentation, tool confusion, language issues, and technical jargon. The community created a Portuguese-based wiki, streamlined packaging tools, and improved communication through bridges between IRC, Matrix, and Telegram. Mentorship programs and weekly online meetings also helped newcomers feel comfortable and engaged. Their successful methods could benefit other local Debian communities worldwide. These local initiatives may gradually influence broader Debian practices. Time will reveal the impact of these innovative approaches on the larger Debian project.
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