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Ask HN: How do technical non-developers help with open source projects?

I used to code for a living but decided that I enjoy being a technical writer and PM much, much more.

Things I enjoy:

  * Writing detailed functional specifications.
  * Creating wireframes & mockups.
  * Creating flowcharts, BPMN docs & graphs to explain a project.
  * Planning Poker, Creating sprints.
  * Discussing technical issues with developers.
  * Simplifying technical issues for customers.
  * Learning about new technologies.
  * Explaining new technology to customers.
My question is; Is there a need for someone like me in any open source projects and if so, how do I contribute?
216 points thomk 11 years ago 88 comments

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