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This group helps developers of Debian [[Derivatives|derivative]] distributions to contribute their changes back to Debian by: This group helps developers of Debian [[Derivatives|derivative distributions]] to contribute their changes back to Debian by:
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TO BE WRITTEN If you are a Debian contributor, you can join the mailing list <<MailTo(debian-derivatives AT lists.debian.org)>>
([[http://lists.debian.org/debian-derivatives/|learn more ...]]). When using that list, please keep in mind the
following:

 * the above contact point `derivatives@d.o` points to the list, please explicitly Cc: people that only posted to `derivatives@d.o` otherwise they will not get your reply
 * the list is a mentoring place for people in need of guidance, please be friendly: that list is not the place for RTFM-kind-of-replies
 * over time, please consider contributing to the [[DerivativesFrontDesk/FAQ|FAQ]]; eventually it might become good documentation for derivatives

Debian Derivatives Front Desk

This is the home of the derivatives frontdesk. This group helps developers of Debian derivative distributions to contribute their changes back to Debian by:

  • mentoring them through Debian-specific details (procedures) to get their packages into Debian
  • getting them in touch with the right people (teams, etc)

  • ...

Main contact point: <derivatives AT debian.org>

How to help

If you are a Debian contributor, you can join the mailing list <debian-derivatives AT lists.debian.org> (learn more ...). When using that list, please keep in mind the following:

  • the above contact point derivatives@d.o points to the list, please explicitly Cc: people that only posted to derivatives@d.o otherwise they will not get your reply

  • the list is a mentoring place for people in need of guidance, please be friendly: that list is not the place for RTFM-kind-of-replies
  • over time, please consider contributing to the FAQ; eventually it might become good documentation for derivatives

General resources

  • FAQ - frequently asked questions

Distro-specific resources

Ubuntu

  • #debian-ubuntu IRC channel on irc.oftc.net: where Debian and Ubuntu developers meet to collaborate and help each other

  • Debian for Ubuntu developers (on the Ubuntu wiki)