open-source contribution
[OH-pən-SORS kun-TRIB-yoo-shun]
nounpl: open-source contributions
contribuição de código aberto
1. A voluntary submission of code, documentation, bug fixes, or other improvements to an open-source software project, typically made by a developer who is not employed by the project's maintainers
His open-source contribution to the Linux kernel was reviewed and merged by the maintainers.
Sua contribuição de código aberto para o kernel do Linux foi revisada e integrada pelos mantenedores.
2. The act of participating in the development of free and publicly available software where the source code is open for inspection and modification
Making open-source contributions is a great way to improve your programming skills.
Fazer contribuições de código aberto é uma ótima forma de melhorar suas habilidades de programação.
In Brazil and the tech community globally, open-source contributions represent a significant aspect of developer culture and professional growth. The practice is highly valued in the tech industry and often highlighted in developer portfolios and LinkedIn profiles. In the USA and Silicon Valley, open-source contributions are seen as evidence of community engagement and technical expertise, often influencing hiring decisions. The distinction between 'open-source' and 'software livre' (free software) is important in Portuguese-speaking communities, though both terms are used.
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