Patchwork, a collaborative event hosted by GitHub and Condé Nast in Austin, invites beginners to Git and GitHub, as well as mentors, to an informal workshop on November 15. This self-directed learning experience offers modules on Git and GitHub, requiring no prior coding knowledge, and encourages participants to learn at their own pace with the support of community mentors. Attendees will leave with practical skills, such as having a merged pull request and a square on their contributions graph, while mentors have the opportunity to guide newcomers in open source contributions. The event promises a casual atmosphere with food, refreshments, and a chance to network, and is accessible to individuals with disabilities. Attendees are encouraged to RSVP and create a free GitHub account prior to the event to ensure a smooth start.