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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.
  
Some parts of the wiki might be out-of-date with current policies and practices -- if you need official confirmation of anything here, check in [[IRC]] (there's usually someone there who can tell you) or contact the [[Who|appropriate project leader]].  When in doubt, information on official [[Dreamwidth Communities]] trumps any information here.
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'''Some parts of the wiki might be out-of-date with current policies and practices.'''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.
  
If you're new to Dreamwidth, check out the following:
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If you have any questions or problems with the wiki, visit the official community <dwcomm>dw_wiki</dwcomm>.
  
* [http://dreamwidth.org/ dreamwidth.org]
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If you're looking for something specific in the wiki, check out [[:Category:Index| the Index]].
* [[Dreamwidth.org: FAQ]]
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* [[Notable Dreamwidth Reading]]
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If you have any questions or problems with the wiki, talk to [[User:Foxfirefey]]!  You can email her at <code>skittisheclipse@gmail.com</code> or check out the official community <dwcomm>dw_wiki</dwcomm> as well -- any post or comment you make there would also be seen by her.
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If you're looking for something specific in the wiki, check out [[:Category:Index]].
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==For Dreamwidth Users==
 
==For Dreamwidth Users==
  
If you are in need of an invite code, check out [[Getting Invite Codes]].
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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]].
  
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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And what initiative would be complete without [[:Category: Dreamwidth Icons|icons]], [[:Category: Dreamwidth Banners|banners]], [[:Category: Dreamwidth Buttons|buttons]] and [[:Category: Dreamwidth Macros|macros]]?  If you want to make your own, there's [[:Category: Dreamwidth Stock Images|stock imagery]] you can use.  If you make a post about Dreamwidth (see [[Advocacy]]), we are making a list of [[Why Dreamwidth]] posts.
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Even if you're not interested in volunteering, here's [[101 Ways to Help Dreamwidth Grow]].  If you like the site, consider trying some of these things.
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We also have an article about [[Finding Content On Dreamwidth]].
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==For Dreamwidth Volunteers==
 
==For Dreamwidth Volunteers==
  
Projects that must be completed before launch: [[Dreamwidth.org: Pre-Launch]]. 
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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!
 
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* [[:Category:Getting Started]] -- guides on how to get started working on Dreamwidth
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* [[Documentation]] -- how to write great documentation for users
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* [[Styles]] -- currently documenting the S2 style system Dreamwidth uses for journals
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If you're interested in pitching in, see [[:Category:Getting Started|getting started guides]].
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==For Dreamwidth developers==
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* [[Development]] -- work on the Dreamwidth code base
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* Join the [https://dw-dev.dreamwidth.org/209778.html Dreamwidth Discord] to connect with other volunteers, developers, and staff.
* [[Dev Getting Started]]: the beginning steps.
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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!)
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* Learn how to write [[:Category:Documentation| great documentation]] for users.
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* Read our documentation on [[Styles| Journal Styles]]
  
==For people installing the Dreamwidth code==
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Even if you're unable to volunteer, you can still help. Here's [[101 Ways to Help Dreamwidth Grow]].
  
We highly recommend people doing this seek assistance in [[IRC]]. We'd love to help you out.
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==For Dreamwidth Developers==
  
* [[Dreamwidth Installation]]
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Are you a developer and want to help improve Dreamwidth's code?
* [[Upgrading an old LJ Installation to DW Codebase]] **work in progress**
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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.
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* Read our [[Dev Getting Started]] guide.
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* 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]].
  
 
[[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.