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+ +![](rohit.png "Rohit Yadav" class="blog-image") + +
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+ +PMC member of the CloudStack project, Rohit Yadav shared "As a +committer or a PMC member, you gain industry and community recognition +while collaborating on a global scale. You contribute to the +development of features and improvements released with the project, +securing your organisation’s interests and influencing the future of +CloudStack. Your efforts drive its adoption and benefit a vast +community that you become an integral part of." + +
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+ +### Impactful Contributions + +As a committer to the CloudStack project, individuals have the +opportunity to make substantial contributions to critical components +of cloud infrastructure. Whether it's enhancing scalability, improving +security measures, or innovating new features, every contribution +directly impacts the usability and reliability of cloud solutions +worldwide. + +
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+ +![](dahn.png "Daan Hoogland" class="blog-image") + +
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+ +PMC member Daan (dahn) Hoogland shared his thoughts - "Users of a piece of +software have an opportunity unique to open-source with a product like +Apache CloudStack. They can see features and even direct the design +before it hits production. They can alter the direction of the +project, but for this they need to commit themselves to doing so. With +only a few hours per week of effort you can guard and influence your +main cloud orchestration tool to be as you need it." + +
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+ +![](swen.png "Swen Brüske" class="blog-image") + +
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+ +PMC Member, Swen Brüseke expanded on Daan’s point - “Joining the +CloudStack project means being part of a global community dedicated to +advancing cloud technology. As a committer or PMC member, you have the +opportunity to influence the direction of a widely used open-source +project, connect with industry experts, and play a key role in its +development. Your contributions can make a significant impact on the +future of cloud computing.” + +
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+ +### Professional Experience + +Working on an open-source project like Apache CloudStack provides +invaluable hands-on experience that enhances professional +growth. Contributors get the chance to collaborate with industry +leaders and peers, thus giving them invaluable experience aiding their +personal career trajectory. + +### Building a Reputation + +Becoming a committer to a respected open-source project such as Apache +CloudStack can elevate one's professional profile within the tech +community. It demonstrates expertise, dedication, and a commitment to +driving innovation, potentially opening doors to new career +opportunities and collaborations. + +
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+ +![](abhishek.png "Abhishek Kumar" class="blog-image") + +
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+ +4.19 Release Manager and PMC Member Abhishek Kumar expanded on this +point - “Committing to an open-source project like CloudStack lets you +contribute to the future of cloud infrastructure while honing your +skills in a collaborative, innovative environment. It’s a chance to +influence the project's direction, mentor new contributors, and gain +recognition within the broader open-source community.” +
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+ + +Committing to the CloudStack project is more than a professional +endeavour; it is a commitment to shaping the future of cloud +computing. Through collaboration, innovation, and dedication, +contributors not only enhance their own skills and professional +development but also contribute to a global effort to make cloud +technology more accessible, secure, and efficient for everyone. As the +demand for scalable cloud solutions continues to grow, the +contributions made today through projects like CloudStack will +undoubtedly shape the landscape of tomorrow's digital infrastructure. + diff --git a/blog/2024-09-01-Committing-to-the-future/rohit.png b/blog/2024-09-01-Committing-to-the-future/rohit.png new file mode 100644 index 000000000..9060b24ee Binary files /dev/null and b/blog/2024-09-01-Committing-to-the-future/rohit.png differ diff --git a/blog/2024-09-01-Committing-to-the-future/swen.png b/blog/2024-09-01-Committing-to-the-future/swen.png new file mode 100644 index 000000000..0556641a7 Binary files /dev/null and b/blog/2024-09-01-Committing-to-the-future/swen.png differ