May 2023 Summaries

The Authentik Security team is organizing a first-ever online authentik Security hackathon in the summer of 2023, which will allow participants to collaborate and learn from each other as they work with the authentik code base and documentation. The event aims to foster deep learning, stimulate trust and confidence, and provide a platform for participants to build something new while adding another notch to their Git profile. The hackathon is inspired by the long-standing tradition of hackathons in the software world, which have been instrumental in innovation and product creation. The Authentik Security team will focus on ideation, problem-solving, and collaboration during the event, with opportunities for participants to contribute to documentation, translations, website pages, and more. The team is open to suggestions and ideas from participants, who can share their thoughts on the hackathon's format and agenda.

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