Mastodawn

RE: https://fosstodon.org/@typelevel/116333889556530663

One of the best parts of standing up the Typelevel Foundation has been getting to hang out with @valencik, @djspiewak, and @jducoeur in board meetings and inevitably nerd snipe each other 🤓

Well, I want to hang out with more of you! Apply to join the TSC so that we can grow this special community together 🥰

Show thread

gemelen

@armanbilge
It reads to me that you need to be at least somewhat noticeable in the community?
I thought about applying, but I'm really invisible in that sense.

Show thread

Arman Bilge 3d ago

@gemelen thank you so much for sharing that feedback.

Mostly, we want to bring together people who are passionate about functional programming and Typelevel. We especially welcome voices that currently feel "invisible" because you will bring valuable experience and fresh perspectives. I am sorry that it doesn't come across in the post 😢

I definitely encourage you to apply! Also, your work on Cats Collections is very visible to me ☺️

Show thread

Valencik 3d ago

@gemelen @armanbilge definitely not (but I understand the feeling). I don’t think anyone knew who I was when I applied for the steering committee years ago, and people still don’t know who I am! You can be passionate and dedicated to helping out without being center stage. If you thought about applying, I think that’s a great sign that you should!