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title: "Discussion on \"Correcting Existing Notions Beginners have about Open-source\" | Hashnode"
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# [Correcting Existing Notions Beginners have about Open-source](https://hellobami.com/correcting-existing-notions-beginners-have-about-open-source?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

Beginners always think that open-source is for senior developers only. I also heard the same thought but that is not how it is, \*\*Open-Source is for all.\*\*

Oct 15, 2021 · 3 min read · hellobami.com  
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## Written by

[atinuke oluwabamikemi kayode](https://hashnode.com/@Iambami)

@Iambami · Lagos, Nigeria

  
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I am a self-taught developer with a lot community support! Now exploring Community Management🤗🤗

## Responses 1

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[Shai Almog](https://hashnode.com/@talktotheduck)

[Oct 18, 2021](https://hashnode.com/posts/correcting-existing-notions-beginners-have-about-open-source/6169634b18374f257327a6f4/comment/616d7f6e441bd36daa95862f)

Well said. As a maintainer I love supporting beginners making their first steps in OSS. It's very satisfying when you see the growth over the years from the first hesitant issues to the ambitious PRs down the road.

[atinuke oluwabamikemi kayode](https://hashnode.com/@Iambami)

[Oct 18, 2021](https://hashnode.com/posts/correcting-existing-notions-beginners-have-about-open-source/6169634b18374f257327a6f4/comment/616d7f6e441bd36daa95862f#reply-616dd48f5d62b71524dd0c31)

Of course, the way I started with taking up little issues and now creating issues. The journey into OSS has been amazing. Thanks for your comment [Shai Almog](https://hashnode.com/@talktotheduck)💛