Many people assume that contributing to an open-source project like LibreOffice is always fun and exciting. The reality, however, is often more complicated. Contribution can be frustrating, slow, and sometimes even discouraging—yet it remains deeply rewarding. In this talk, I will share my personal experience as a long-term contributor: the challenges I have faced, the moments of doubt, and the real value that keeps me engaged.
From technical tasks such as bug fixing, code review, and documentation, to community-oriented efforts like mentoring and outreach, every contribution has taught me something valuable and created meaningful impact for users around the world. More importantly, I want to highlight why, despite the frustrations, contributing is still worth the effort—and why you should consider joining the LibreOffice journey to experience these rewards yourself.