MDN Localization Meetup

Audience

People whose native language is not English, and who have some amount of knowledge of web technologies.

Purpose

Localize MDN content in a social, collaborative setting. Increase participation in MDN localization by having experienced localizers help newcomers.

Format

Here is a sample agenda for when you have a significant number of newcomers:

• Orientation
• Demonstration of translation interface
• Form teams based on topic interest, with at least one mentor per team
• Hands-on translation
• Recap of accomplishments and challenges

If you have only one or a few newcomers at a meeting, you can give them a quick intro while the rest of the group is already working. Be sure to have materials ready for newcomers in case some show up.

Requirements

• Projector for showing how to translate; if not available, mentors can show in small groups.
• Wifi so everyone can connect to MDN.
• Attendees must bring their own laptops, unless computers are provided in the venue. Make this clear when promoting the event.
• Technical knowledge is not required to contribute to MDN, but be sure to have someone present with some technical knowledge to answer questions.

Resources

• How to run a doc sprint for MDN (somewhat out of date, and meant for multi-day event, not a short meetup)
• Q&A session on running MDN Localization meetups recording and notes