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Hello!  This is a wiki for keeping notes on Dreamwidth's continuing evolution. Those involved can use this wiki as a resource for discussion, communication, answers, and occasional giggles. 
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Hello!  This is a wiki for keeping notes on Dreamwidth's continuing evolution.
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'''Some parts of the wiki might be out-of-date with current policies and practices.''' If you need official confirmation of anything here, ask in the [https://dw-dev.dreamwidth.org/209778.html Dreamwidth Discord] or contact the [[Who|appropriate project leader]].  When in doubt, information on official [[Dreamwidth Communities]] trumps any information here.
 
'''Some parts of the wiki might be out-of-date with current policies and practices.''' If you need official confirmation of anything here, ask in the [https://dw-dev.dreamwidth.org/209778.html Dreamwidth Discord] or contact the [[Who|appropriate project leader]].  When in doubt, information on official [[Dreamwidth Communities]] trumps any information here.
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If you're new to Dreamwidth, check out the following:
 
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* [http://dreamwidth.org/ Dreamwidth.org]
 
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* [https://www.dreamwidth.org/support/faq.bml Dreamwidth.org: FAQ]
 
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* [[Notable Dreamwidth Reading]]
 
  
 
If you have any questions or problems with the wiki, visit the official community <dwcomm>dw_wiki</dwcomm>.
 
If you have any questions or problems with the wiki, visit the official community <dwcomm>dw_wiki</dwcomm>.
  
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If you're looking for something specific in the wiki, check out [[:Category:Index]].
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If you're looking for something specific in the wiki, check out [[:Category:Index| the Index]].
  
 
==For Dreamwidth Users==
 
==For Dreamwidth Users==
  
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New here? Learn about [[Finding Content On Dreamwidth]]. You can also read our [[Advocacy]] page to learn more about Dreamwidth.
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New around here?  
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* Visit [http://dreamwidth.org/ Dreamwidth.org]. That's us!
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* Read our [https://www.dreamwidth.org/support/faq.bml Dreamwidth.org: FAQ]
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* Learn about [[Finding Content On Dreamwidth]]. You can also read our [[Advocacy]] page to learn more about Dreamwidth.
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* Check out other [[Notable Dreamwidth Reading]].
  
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Check out the [[Compatible clients]] page for LJ clients compatible with Dreamwidth.
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If you use a blogging client, visit [[Compatible clients]] for a list of clients compatible with Dreamwidth.
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Even if you're not interested in volunteering, here's [[101 Ways to Help Dreamwidth Grow]].
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==For Dreamwidth Volunteers==
 
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* Join the [https://dw-dev.dreamwidth.org/209778.html Dreamwidth Discord] to connect with other volunteers, developers, and staff.
 
* Join the [https://dw-dev.dreamwidth.org/209778.html Dreamwidth Discord] to connect with other volunteers, developers, and staff.
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* Read our [[:Category:Getting Started| getting started articles]]. (These are currently being reworked by volunteers to bring them up to date!)
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* Check out our [https://www.dreamwidth.org/support/faqbrowse?faqid=65 Volunteering Communities] on Dreamwidth to see if anything sparks your interest.
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* Read our [[:Category:Getting Started| getting started articles]] and our [[Guide to happy and effective volunteering|guide to happy and effective volunteering]]. (These are currently being reworked by volunteers to bring them up to date!)
 
* Learn how to write [[:Category:Documentation| great documentation]] for users.
 
* Learn how to write [[:Category:Documentation| great documentation]] for users.
 
* Read our documentation on [[Styles| Journal Styles]]
 
* Read our documentation on [[Styles| Journal Styles]]
  
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Even if you're unable to volunteer, you can still help. Here's [[101 Ways to Help Dreamwidth Grow]].
  
 
==For Dreamwidth Developers==
 
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Are you a developer and want to help improve Dreamwidth's code?
 
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* Visit the <dwcomm>dw_dev</dwcomm> community to connect with other developers. We also have an official [https://dw-dev.dreamwidth.org/209778.html Discord] that connects all staff and volunteers. If you need help or have any questions, reach out through these channels.
 
* Read our [[Dev Getting Started]] guide.
 
* Read our [[Dev Getting Started]] guide.
 
* Head over to [[Development]] for more how-to guides.
 
* Head over to [[Development]] for more how-to guides.
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* Learn how to [[Dreamwidth Installation| install Dreamwidth]] or apply for a hosted development sandbox: [[Dreamhack]].
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==For people installing the Dreamwidth code==
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We highly recommend people doing this seek assistance in the [https://dw-dev.dreamwidth.org/209778.html Discord channel]. We'd love to help you out.  You can also post to the <dwcomm>dw_dev</dwcomm> community for assistance. 
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If you're planning to install the Dreamwidth code to develop and contribute to the Dreamwidth project, you are welcome to do this. However, if you'd rather not install it yourself, you can [http://hack.dreamwidth.net/ apply for a hosted Dreamhack].
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[[Category: Index]]
 
[[Category: Index]]
 
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Latest revision as of 21:55, 29 October 2023

Hello! This is a wiki for keeping notes on Dreamwidth's continuing evolution.

Some parts of the wiki might be out-of-date with current policies and practices. If you need official confirmation of anything here, ask in the Dreamwidth Discord or contact the appropriate project leader. When in doubt, information on official Dreamwidth Communities trumps any information here.

If you have any questions or problems with the wiki, visit the official community [info]dw_wiki.

If you're looking for something specific in the wiki, check out the Index.

For Dreamwidth Users

New around here?

If you use a blogging client, visit Compatible clients for a list of clients compatible with Dreamwidth.

For Dreamwidth Volunteers

Dreamwidth relies on our volunteers to help make the site better for everyone. Interested in helping out? We'd love to have you. No coding experience is required!

Even if you're unable to volunteer, you can still help. Here's 101 Ways to Help Dreamwidth Grow.

For Dreamwidth Developers

Are you a developer and want to help improve Dreamwidth's code?

  • Visit the [info]dw_dev community to connect with other developers. We also have an official Discord that connects all staff and volunteers. If you need help or have any questions, reach out through these channels.
  • Read our Dev Getting Started guide.
  • Head over to Development for more how-to guides.
  • Learn how to install Dreamwidth or apply for a hosted development sandbox: Dreamhack.
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