Hired Through GitHub: Part 1
Blog post from Zed
Zed Industries employs a unique approach to hiring, where developers can join the team not only through traditional job applications but also by making significant open-source contributions to their GitHub repository. This innovative pathway has led to the recruitment of developers like Junkui Zhang and Anthony Eid, who started by addressing key issues and adding valuable features to Zed's codebase. Junkui's contributions significantly advanced Zed's compatibility with Windows, while Anthony's work on the debugger feature exemplified the collaborative and hands-on culture at Zed. The company values diverse backgrounds and emphasizes the importance of passion, communication, and the ability to deliver quality work, encouraging potential contributors to engage in pair programming and become part of their dynamic team.