Wikimedia Hackathon 2022/FAQ



= Frequently Asked Questions =

What should I do if I have a question, or something happens that makes me uncomfortable (such as harassment or other inappropriate behavior)?
There are several ways to get help.

Other resources:
 * In the game-space, there is a Help and Moderation room at the bottom left, right next to the entrance. During core hours, there will be WMF staff there to answer any questions.
 * If you have concerns specific to the Hackathon, email dev-advocacy@undefinedwikimedia.org. This account will be monitored at all hours during the Hackathon.
 * If you have concerns about the Code of Conduct, contact techconduct@undefinedwikimedia.org.
 * For urgent emergencies, please email emergency@undefinedwikimedia.org. If you are at a local meetup, contact the local authorities if you feel unsafe.Wikimedia Hackathon 2022 MiniMap and Help Room.png

How can one join a session?
To join the online game-space, follow the participation instructions. Sessions will be held in video conference rooms. If you cannot access the game-space, please contact dev-advocacy@undefinedwikimedia.org for support.

What is the format of sessions?
Sessions will be held in Jitsi rooms inside the game-space. If you are hosting a session, enter the game-space, and go to the room on the map where your session is held. When your avatar enters the room, a Jitsi video conferencing session will open.

What if I am visually-impaired or cannot enter the game-space?
Contact dev-advocacy@undefinedwikimedia.org for support. We can give you direct access to the conference rooms.

Will sessions be recorded?
No. Please do not record sessions as it requires special legal approval. We also hope that by not recording, people will feel more comfortable interacting and engaging in the event.