Have you ever wanted to contribute to WordPress but weren’t sure where to start? WordCamp Philippines 2026 will kick off with Contributor Day, happening on August 28, 2026. This is your perfect opportunity to get involved. Whether you’re into coding or prefer non-technical ways to contribute, this event has something for everyone.
Contributor Day is where the WordPress community comes together to collaborate, learn, and give back to the project that powers a significant portion of the web.
At WordCamp Philippines 2026 in Iloilo City, Contributor Day is designed to be a welcoming and inclusive space for everyone—whether you are completely new to WordPress or an experienced contributor. You don’t need to be a developer to participate. There are many ways to get involved, and there will always be people ready to guide you.
More Than Code — A Day of Community and Contribution
This is a full day dedicated to collaboration and hands-on learning. You’ll meet contributors from across the WordPress ecosystem and work alongside developers, designers, writers, translators, and community builders.
Whether your interests are in code, design, documentation, translations, accessibility, testing, training, support, or community building—there’s a place for you here.
Why Join Contributor Day?
Contributor Day is more than just a working session—it’s an experience.
For all skill levels
Whether it’s your first contribution or your fiftieth, you’ll find support and encouragement.
Learn by doing
Work on real tasks and gain insight into how WordPress is built and maintained.
Connect with the community
Meet contributors from across the Philippines and beyond.
Make a meaningful impact
Every contribution—big or small—helps improve WordPress for millions of users.
Who Can Join?
Everyone is welcome!
Whether you’re a first-time attendee, a curious learner, or a long-time contributor, you can join Contributor Day. No prior experience is required.
- New contributors will receive guidance from experienced team leads and community members.
- Returning contributors can reconnect, collaborate, and help others get started.
Contributor Day Registration
In order to join us on the Contributor Day, you will first need to purchase the WordCamp Philippines 2026 Ticket.. The type of ticket does not matter. Without this ticket, you will not be able to attend the Contributor Day.
Contributor Day is free for ticket holders, but it requires separate registration. First 300 registered participants only.
Ways You Can Contribute
There are more than 20 Make WordPress teams working on different parts of the WordPress project. When registering for the Contributor Day, you will be asked which team(s) you would like to join for the Contributor Day.
Check out our Contributor Wizard – which is a step-by-step wizard to help you decide which team might be a good fit for you!
If you are interested in more than one team, or want to spend some time in more than one team, that is fine too! Select multiple teams on the registration and decide later.
You can also join different teams, such as:
- Core – Work on WordPress itself: features, bug fixes, testing, and releases
- Documentation – Improve guides, handbooks, and learning resources
- Polyglots – Translate WordPress into different languages
- Photos – Contribute to the WordPress Photo Directory
- Training – Create tutorials and learning materials
- Test – Help with testing, bug reports, and quality assurance
- Support – Assist users in forums and improve user experience
- Community, Design, Marketing, and more
You can explore teams on the day itself and even try multiple teams.
What to Expect on the Day
Contributor Day is a mix of onboarding, collaboration, and community connection. The day typically includes:
- Welcome and orientation
- Team introductions
- Onboarding for first-time contributors
- Hands-on contribution sessions
- Collaboration at team tables
- Networking and community conversations
- Team summaries and closing
Event Details
- 📍 Location: Iloilo Convention Center, Iloilo City, Philippines
- 📅 Date: August 28, 2026
- ⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
How to Prepare
To make the most of your experience, we recommend:
- Create a WordPress.org account
- (Optional) Set up a Gravatar profile
- Join the WordPress Slack community
- Explore teams at https://make.wordpress.org
- Bring your laptop and charger
Don’t worry if you’re new—guidance will be available throughout the day.
What to Bring
- Your laptop
- Charger and power accessories
- Your WordCamp ticket or confirmation
- Curiosity and willingness to learn
Be Part of Something Bigger
WordPress thrives because of people who choose to contribute their time, skills, and passion.
Contributor Day is where that spirit comes to life.
Whether you’re making your first contribution or helping others along the way—your presence matters.
Join Us
We’d love to have you with us at Contributor Day during WordCamp Philippines 2026.
Let’s learn, collaborate, and build WordPress together in Iloilo City.
