Git Workflow
Patch Packaging Week
Ship a focused patch series with clean cover letters and CI awareness.
Description
You split a medium-sized change into reviewable commits, write a cover letter maintainers can scan, and practice reacting to CI without thrashing.
Included focus
- Commit slicing exercises
- Cover letter templates per repo culture
- CI log scavenger hunt
- Dry-run review with a mentor
- Checklist for screenshots and repro steps
Outcomes
- Stack of three commits with clear intent
- CI babysitting checklist
- Cover letter you can adapt for the next patch
Reviews
Cover letter template from Maintainer Tone Clinic paired perfectly here.
FAQ
Can I bring my own patch idea?
Yes, if it can be split within the week. Mentors may ask you to narrow scope.
What is excluded?
We do not run your employer's internal CI. Practice uses public sample pipelines.
Time zone?
Core hours are friendly to Seoul and Singapore; recordings available for others.