Fedora Project Podcast31 Aug 2021

19: Understanding the Role of the Fedora Program Manager with Ben Cotton

In this insightful episode, join us as we go behind the scenes with Ben Cotton, the Fedora Program Manager, who reveals the intricacies of his role as the "chief cat herder" in the Fedora Project. Discover how he juggles release planning, coordinating with teams, managing elections, and fostering community collaboration, all while embracing the unique challenges of open-source project management with humor and dedication. Whether you're a Fedora contributor or simply curious about the inner workings of a thriving open-source ecosystem, this candid conversation offers a captivating glimpse into the art of herding cats in the world of Fedora.

The Fedora Podcast brings you exclusive interviews and deep dives with the innovators and contributors who make the Fedora community amazing! From cutting-edge technologies to the production of the Fedora distribution itself, we chat with the minds behind it all. Whether you're a longtime user or just curious, there’s always something new to discover in the world of Fedora.

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Ben Cotton: https://fedoraproject.org/wiki/User:Bcotton
Fedora Program Manager: https://docs.fedoraproject.org/en-US/council/fpgm/
Program Management Team: https://communityblog.fedoraproject.org/need-help-the-program-management-team-is-here
Fedora Join SIG: https://docs.fedoraproject.org/en-US/fedora-join/

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Special Guest: Ben Cotton.

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