In this talk, I ‘ll share how a simple LinkedIn post about contributing to the Greek Python documentation unexpectedly set me on a path to becoming the project’s main contributor/ maintainer and a core community member of PyGreece and more.

What started with translating just a few files and some Pull Requests soon turned into a deeper involvement with the Open Source world, meaningful collaborations, and an active role in shaping the Python community in Greece. Through this personal journey, I will highlight how small contributions, even ones that seem minor, can lead to big changes, new opportunities, and lasting impact.

The talk is structured in three sections:

• A look into the Python Docs Gr translation project, its purpose, structure and the challenges we’ve faced.
• A small - practical walkthrough on how anyone can contribute to an Open Source Project, even without advanced technical skills..
• My personal story; how I started, how I became a maintainer, and how this journey led to deep community bonds and so much more.

This is a talk for the curious and the bold, for those who want to start “doing things” but don’t know where to begin. My hope is to inspire attendees to get involved in open source, take initiatives, and discover where even the smallest step might lead them. All you really need is curiosity, willingness to learn, and a little bit of courage.