Hi,
Somewhat late in the project exploration phase, I'd like to express my
interest in the GSoD initiative. I'm currently employed at Postgres
Professional as a full-time tech writer, and I see it as a good
opportunity to get more involved with the PostgreSQL community.
Judging by the scope of suggested projects and several threads in
pgsql-docs, a better getting started experience is wanted by many. As I
lack technical background, this was (and still is) a major roadblock for
me to get deeper understanding of PostgreSQL. I yet have to compose the
actual proposal, but I think we should take into account the following
threads:
* Craig Ringer. Updating the intro for packages - improve usability,
reduce new user confusion
<https://www.postgresql.org/message-id/flat/CAMsr%2BYG8vtnqtiK-6uLkP9cEmRviUWKWS_RJ_LqTMwf8tWY-Kw%40mail.gmail.com>
* Lætitia Avrot. Tutorial section of documentation: enhancements
needed
<https://www.postgresql.org/message-id/flat/CAB_COdjnQtDcg454fZxSM0u--VvJdTuD2heBsXCskQRpAo%3Dabw%40mail.gmail.com>
Another option would be improving the full-text search chapter, which is
currently not on the project list, but looks like it can be expanded
with advanced full-text search configuration opportunities.
Some info on my experience:
* Install-related docs I've created for Postgres Professional:
https://postgrespro.com/docs/enterprise/11/installation-bin
* A summary of my prior experience on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lmantrov/
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Liudmila Mantrova
Technical writer at Postgres Professional: http://www.postgrespro.com
The Russian Postgres Company
