The Power of Collaboration - Why Platform Engineers Should Engage in Open Source Contributions

Discover the importance of open source contributions for platform engineers in this 13-minute conference talk. Learn why engaging with open source projects enhances engineering skills, deepens product understanding, and benefits both individuals and organizations. Explore topics such as the impact of contributions on personal growth, organizational advantages, and ways to convince management of the value in contributing to open source. Gain insights from Alex Kruchkov, a Data Platform Engineer at Wix.com, on how to become a more effective platform engineer through active participation in the open source community.