Join the NHS Wales Collaboration Movement

Follow these steps to become part of the GitHub GIG Cymru collaboration movement:

Step 1: Prepare Your GitHub Account

1. Create a GitHub account at github.com if you don't have one
2. Add your NHS Wales or institutional email to your GitHub account
3. Complete your GitHub profile with your name and professional information
4. Enable two-factor authentication for security

Step 2: Submit Your Application

Complete the application process by providing:

• Your GitHub username
• NHS Wales or institutional email address
• Your role and organization within NHS Wales
• Brief description of your interest in the community
• Any relevant technical skills or experience

Step 3: Wait for Approval

Our team will review your application and:

• Verify your NHS Wales or institutional affiliation
• Send you an invitation to join relevant GitHub organizations
• Provide access to community resources and documentation
• Connect you with relevant teams and projects

Step 4: Get Oriented

Once approved, you'll receive:

• Welcome email with getting started resources
• Access to community Slack channels
• Information about upcoming training sessions
• List of active projects looking for contributors

Get in touch with the GitHub GIG Cymru team for support, questions, or to begin your application process.

Primary Contact

What to Include in Your Email

When contacting us, please include:

• Subject Line: "GitHub GIG Cymru Application - [Your Name]"
• Full Name: Your professional name
• GitHub Username: Your GitHub account username
• Organization: Your NHS Wales organization or health board
• Role: Your job title and department
• Email: Your NHS Wales or institutional email address
• Interest: Brief description of why you want to join
• Experience: Any relevant technical experience (optional)

Response Times

• Initial Response: Within 2-3 business days
• Application Processing: 1-2 weeks for verification and approval
• Account Setup: 1-2 business days after approval
• Training Opportunities: Monthly sessions available

Prepare for your journey with the GitHub GIG Cymru community using these helpful resources.

Learning Resources

• GitHub Basics: GitHub's official getting started guide
• Git Tutorial: Official Git tutorial
• Open Source Guide: How to contribute to open source
• NHS Wales Guides: Our comprehensive guides section

Community Resources

• GitHub GIG Cymru Wiki: Community documentation and guidelines
• FAQ Repository: Frequently asked questions
• Solutions Exchange: Browse existing NHS Wales solutions
• Best Practices: NHS Wales coding standards and security guidelines

Training Opportunities

• Monthly GitHub Training: Hands-on sessions for NHS Wales staff
• Version Control Workshops: Git and GitHub fundamentals
• Open Source Development: Contributing to and maintaining open source projects
• Healthcare Technology Seminars: Applying technology to healthcare challenges
• Security and Compliance: Information governance in healthcare development

Next Steps After Joining

1. Attend Orientation: Join the next new member orientation session
2. Explore Projects: Browse active projects looking for contributors
3. Join Discussions: Participate in community discussions and planning
4. Start Contributing: Begin with documentation or testing contributions
5. Share Your Work: Submit your own solutions to the exchange
6. Mentor Others: Help onboard new community members