Whether you're an experienced Linux user or you're just getting started with open-source software, there are lots of ways to get involved with the Ubuntu community. These questions are about how to get involved, governance issues about the project, and Ubuntu values.
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How to contact Canonical to sponsor an Event
The question should really start with "Is this possible to do", but assuming one can ask Canonical for permission to sponsor an event, I was wondering if they could help with gear. For example several ...
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Who is Mark Shuttleworth, and how is he related to Ubuntu?
I am going to introduce Ubuntu to some new users (students in this case). Usually, I talk about the history of Ubuntu, how Ubuntu started, who has built Ubuntu in the past, and who decides the road ...
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Is it possible to sign the Ubuntu Code of Conduct, 2.0 in I already signed 1.1?
I am currently trying to sign the Ubuntu CoC, version 2.0, and I have already signed 1.1. When I visit http://launchpad.net/codeofconduct, I am told:
The current version is 2.0, released ...
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What happened to the Leadership Code of Conduct?
I'm trying to read and perhaps sign the Leadership Code of Conduct, but all I can find is this:
Ubuntu Code of Conduct v2.0
Back when the Code was in version 1.1, I could access the "regular" CoC ...
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How to contribute Ubuntu mobile OS? [duplicate]
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How to start contributing to Ubuntu development?
I am Sad Al Abdullah from Bangladesh. I complete my graduation from BUET (Bangladesh University of Technology and ...
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Why is Unity named Unity? [duplicate]
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What is the philosophy behind Unity’s name
Something similar to this question. Why is Unity named Unity? What's the idea behind the name?
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Ubuntu-Specific Audiocasts?
Does anyone have a good list of Ubuntu-specific audiocasts (a.k.a. podcasts, audcasts)?
I'm looking for all shows that are exclusively about Ubuntu, and not the ones that simply mention it in ...
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When did Ubuntu become a “by Canonical” product? [closed]
I keep reading in the news about this "Ubuntu by Canonical" thing, and it seems to me that this isn't entirely accurate. I have, for instance, spent about fifteen thousand hours working for Ubuntu, ...
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how to tackle a problem with ubuntu
i personally have been on and off with ubuntu since... 9.04 i belive.
now i'd like to stay with ubuntu for good. i have settled in with 12.10.
the thing is, im not an expert in this field, i do not ...
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I've filed an ITP bug on bugs.debian.org - now how do I get the package into Ubuntu?
I've written a development library that I would like to include in the Ubuntu archives. From what I understand, the best way to do this is to first get the package into Debian and then request a ...
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Will I be able to contribute to Ubuntu in the future through other services in addition to PayPal?
Now on Desktop Contribute Page, I can donate only using PayPal. Will I be able to donate in the future, using, for example, VISA credit card?
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How can a web developer contribute to Ubuntu?
I've done web development for the past ten years, and have used Ubuntu for my operating system for the past five. I feel like my design and development skills could be useful, but don't know how I can ...
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Is there such a thing as a Ubuntu Awareness Day? [closed]
Wouldn't it be a good idea to name one day of the year where we put extra effort into promoting Ubuntu?
btw here is a list of some existing days: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Awareness_day
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How do I give back to the Ubuntu community? [duplicate]
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How can I contribute to Ubuntu?
I made a switch to Ubuntu about 3 years ago and I'm more than happy with it. As it is free, I feel it's not right unless I give back ...
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How to submit a feature request to the canonical team? [duplicate]
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What is the best medium for sending feature requests?
I want to suggest some features to the canonical team.
Some regarding nautilus,some related to unity etc.
Where ...
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Why are there popular ideas on Brainstorm that developers haven't implemented? [closed]
When joining Ubuntu Community I found Brainstorm not only a wonderful idea but great in execution to.
Now after watching the site for 3 releases I wonder if its only fluff that's shown to new users. ...
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Is it acceptable to subscribe someone else to a bug report?
Launchpad lets you subscribe someone else to a bug report. Occasionally I find a bug closely related to one that Person X is already subscribed to. I therefore think X is likely to be interested in ...
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How can I help Ubuntu as a developer?
I am intermediate Java/Python/PHP developer, but I really would like to help build something for Ubuntu for free. How can I do that?
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Ubuntu Philosophy Question [closed]
I was just switching from Windows to Ubuntu and I started to read this.
And there were quite a few things I did not understand. One was:
"OpenOffice decided not to have a learning curve"
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Where else to go for help if not helped at Ask Ubuntu?
What other official places can I go for getting help on Ubuntu if I do not get the help I wanted on Ask Ubuntu?
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Are there ubuntu meetups being held to discuss and fix bugs?
Does the Ubuntu community host meetups where people can come together, discuss their doubts and rectify problems with their installations? If yes, where are these announced? And if no, is there any ...
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Why is Ubuntu named Ubuntu?
I have long been interested in something. I know a lot of things about the history of Ubuntu, but I do not know his name. So, why is Ubuntu named Ubuntu?
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How to say “Thanks” to the Ubuntu developers? [duplicate]
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Is there a congrats ubuntu page?
The release of Ubuntu 12.04 is imminent and it's (once again) quite a fine release.
Now I'd like to show my appreciation of all the ...
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What is irc.ubuntu.com used for?
IRC channels are one of the most significant parts of Ubuntu community infrastructure. However, all Ubuntu channels I've ever met are hosted on irc.freenode.net. What's the point of irc.ubuntu.com? ...
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Ubuntu Code of Conduct updated – should I? [closed]
I signed the Ubuntu Code of Conduct a good while back. I don't remember exactly when, and Launchpad doesn't tell me which version it is I've signed. Now there is a new version in the works. Should I ...
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How can I motivate the community to use boinc?
boinc is a really nice application to use on background of a computer that can help science projects and humanity as a all.
I would like somehow to encourage people use boinc with their preferences ...
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Is there a congrats ubuntu page?
Say for example I use a particular package and want to say "Way to go maintainers" is there a way for me to do this?
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What to do when you don't get answers from Launchpad?
I have question #190306 for more than 10 days without an answer. Usually, I get answers from the Ubuntu experts within a couple of days. The problem that I have is persistent and annoying. Where ...
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What is Mark Shuttleworth's “Easter eggs” blog a reference to? [closed]
I saw this blog post today, and I was wondering if there's some meaning within the Ubuntu community that I've missed? (I know what an easter egg is in a computer context.)
One of our ducks has ...
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Is there a real name policy in the Ubuntu community?
I'm not ashamed to be a part of Ubuntu, but I'm trying to keep the number of web search hits for my real name low, which is kinda impossible if you use a Launchpad account.
So, I'm wondering if there ...
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How can I kickstart a group advocating digital literacy with Ubuntu?
I'm currently working in a cyber cafe in Cameroon, Africa. Desktop penetration is very low here, so I wish to create a grassroots organisation with my mates to promote ICT. Where can I find materials ...
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How to start contributing to Ubuntu development?
I'd like to contribute to Ubuntu development some day. If you're a developer of Ubuntu could you tell me/us what are the prerequisites to start?
What languages and technologies are needed to know, ...
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How to give back to the OSS community without coding? [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
How can I contribute to Ubuntu?
I have been using Open Source software for a few months and loving it. Something is dawning on me, a feeling of wanting to give back. ...
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Where should people give feedback on Ubuntu?
Many people have opinions or want to give feedback about Ubuntu. If they are simple bugs with a crash or display corruption, that's fine, they can file in Launchpad.
But, comments about the design ...
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How do I sign the Leadership Code of Conduct?
In addition to the Code of Conduct there is the the Leadership Code of Conduct.
Can I sign the Leadership Code of Conduct like the regular Code of Conduct?
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How do I sign the Ubuntu Code of Conduct?
In order to submit patches and items to certain projects it says I need to Sign the Code of Conduct.
How do I do this?
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Does Ubuntu have any comic/anime/manga/series about it?
As some communities have their own Comic, Manga, Anime, TV Series, does Ubuntu have one related to it, to the developers, the Ubuntu scenario or something related to it.
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Are there guidelines for requesting enhancements of open source projects?
Occasionally I think of enhancements for open source software applications I use. Generally I track down wherever it is the project is hosted and log an request. I do not intend to contribute any ...
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Where are all Ubuntu resources linked together?
There's a lot of pages if on wants to contribute to Ubuntu:
http://harvest.ubuntu.com/
http://developer.ubuntu.com/
http://brainstorm.ubuntu.com/
http://askubuntu.com
http://ubuntuforums.org
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What happens after someone receives Ubuntu membership?
What happens after someone receive Ubuntu membership?
How s/he receives the benefits listed here? I knew it's documented somewhere on the wiki but so far couldn't find any trace of it.
Thanks
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Who compiles all the packages that are part of ubuntu?
When an Ubuntu release is being made who compiles all the versions of the programs that are part of ubuntu and determines which version will ship with the release. For example, which version of ...
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Where do I suggest features for the CCSM replacement?
There are a few features available in CCSM (compiz config settings manager) that I want to make sure are available even if CCSM becomes completely defunct and replaced in Ubuntu. And, I would like to ...
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What is a good place to collect lists of applications?
I want to know where I can find lists of applications and where to put them as well. I have some questions here on AU that are lists and I want to move them to one place for easy access for everyone.
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Where can I find the logs of IRC Charm School?
I am looking for the logs of the freenode juju charms class that occurred on the 2nd of December, 2011.
Do they exist? Where can I find them?
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What's the deal with all these Chuck montages?
Planet Ubuntu is full of hilarious Chuck montages. Here two examples:
Why is that? How did Chuck become an Ubuntu meme?
Note: This question is not meant to be a Chuck montage collection. It is a ...
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Are there transcripts of UDS sessions?
I've been trying to listen to one of the UDS (Ubuntu Developer Summit) sessions today - had a great deal of trouble with interference.
Are there transcripts available of sessions?
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Where is a good guide to remote participation in the Ubuntu Developer Summit, and is it upgraded with each summit?
Is there a guide to properly participating in UDS remotely?
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Where can I report a bug for apps.ubuntu.com?
I have a few bugs which I would like to patch for apps.ubuntu.com; however, I can't seem to find their project page on LaunchPad. Where can I get in touch with this team and where can I pull the code ...
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How should I suggest a developer switch to an application indicator?
I use several applications with non-appindicator indicators. This means the UI for them is inconsistent (on Ubuntu at least, if not elsewhere). I'd like to suggest they switch to using application ...
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Is pad.ubuntu.com available for everyone?
I really love the interface at http://pad.ubuntu.com . It seems to be a great notepad when you want to do notes with other people.
However, the main page says 'Ubuntu Developer Summit'. Does it mean ...
