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New to Code for Orlando? Follow this guide to get started quickly!

Code for Orlando Welcome Slides

We've create a presentation to give you an overview of what Code for Orlando is all about! It will answer any questions you might have about what we do, who we are, and what kind of projects we work on.

View slides here

Introduce yourself

Attending our meetup for the first time can be overwhelming. We get it. How about we start small? Introduce yourself so we can get to know you better and connect you with the right resources.

Tell us a little about yourself. What's your name? What got you interested in Code for Orlando? What do you do? By any chance, do you have a favorite ice cream flavor? We'd like to know!

Can't make a meetup? Join our Slack community and say hello in the #general chat channel.

Join our Slack

Anyone interested in civic hacking with Code for Orlando is welcome to join our Slack community. You'll find ongoing discussions for our meetup, collaborations, project development, big wins, support and more. Head on over to https://codefororlando.herokuapp.com/ to register.

Once you're registered, login at https://codefororlando.slack.com or download the Slack app. If you're having trouble joining the Slack, please send an email to X. We will send you an invite and steer you in the right direction.

Don't be a stranger. Introduce yourself and join in the fun. If you need some ideas on introducing yourself, check out the Introduce Yourself wiki.

Make Buddies

Feeling a bit lost? Having a buddy makes the onboarding process a bit easier. A buddy is a volunteer brigade member who is responsible for helping you settle into Code for Orlando.

Buddy

Get the encouragement and support you need to make the most of your experience.

How to Make a Buddy

Here are a few ways to find a buddy:

  • Attend one of our meetups. [Note: Matching buddy program coming soon]
  • Join our Slack and connect with brigade members in the #general chat channel. Let people know you're looking for a buddy.
  • When you find out who your buddy is, make introductions and exchange contact information. Regularly check in with your buddy to stay productive, get feedback or discuss your progress on a project.