WordPress Credits
Guiding the next generation of contributors through hands-on learning.
About the program
WordPress Credits is a contribution-based program by the .WordPress Foundation that connects higher education students with the global open source community. It offers real-world experience with mentorship to help students fulfill academic requirements while contributing directly to WordPress.
Launched with the University of Pisa and announced at WordCamp Europe 2025, the program continues to grow, fostering collaboration between students, universities, and companies across the WordPress ecosystem.
How it works
The program typically runs for an academic semester and follows three main phases:
- Başlangıç Rehberi
- Proje Çalışması (katkılar)
- Özet
Program aracılığıyla öğrenciler, WordPress ekosistemindeki şirketlerden gönüllüler ve profesyonellerle iş birliği yapar.
Onboarding
Students receive training on WordPress tools, community culture, and open source collaboration while connecting with mentors and local teams.
Project Work
Students develop a personal contribution project in their area of interest, such as translation, content creation, event organization, development, or design.
Wrap-Up
Students present their work, share reflections, and help improve the program for future participants.
Why participate in WordPress Credits
For Students
- Build real WordPress projects and develop practical skills
- Learn from experienced mentors
- Gain confidence through hands-on experience
- Küresel bir açık kaynak topluluğuyla bağlantı kurun
For Mentors
- Bring meaningful learning experiences to students
- Share knowledge while strengthening your own leadership skills
- Connect your institution or community with the global WordPress ecosystem
Kurumlar İçin
- Ücretsiz olarak eksiksiz, uygulamaya hazır bir eğitim programına erişim
- Gerçek dünya açık kaynak deneyimini doğrudan müfredata entegre etme imkanı
- Pratik proje çalışmaları aracılığıyla artan öğrenci katılımı
- Öğretmenlerin gelecekteki mentörler olarak eğitilmesi, iç kapasitelerin güçlendirilmesi fırsatı
- WordPress Vakfı ile resmi bir ortaklık; kurumun yüksek kaliteli dijital eğitim ve küresel açık kaynak iş birliğine olan bağlılığını pekiştirir
Şirketler İçin
- Açık kaynak eğitimini ve yeni yetişen WordPress profesyonellerini destekleyen bir şirket olarak artan görünürlük
- Rehberli projeler aracılığıyla gerçek deneyim kazanan motive öğrencilerle doğrudan bağlantı
- Etkili topluluk girişimlerinin destekçisi olarak WordPress ekosistemindeki güçlendirilmiş itibar
- Uzun vadeli karşılıklı fayda için mentörler, kurumlar ve katkıcılarla iş birliği yapma fırsatları
Success stories
“My experience within the WordPress Credits project has been truly enriching. From the very beginning, I have felt supported and motivated to learn more each day. On a personal level, my supervisor has been exceptional, always attentive to my questions, responding quickly, and showing a strong willingness to help.“
Nazareth
Universidad Fidélitas
“I consider this project interesting and useful for my academic path. I had the opportunity to develop digital skills and put my communication abilities into practice. Moreover, I had the chance to participate in an active, dynamic, and highly collaborative community, with in-person meetings that were helpful in improving my journey.“
Leonardo
Università di Pisa
“This project felt like being part of a big creative community, always ready to help each other to create something that matters, something ever changing and ever evolving. Thanks to this program I had the opportunity to contribute in a tangible way to a much bigger project to help other students like me to participate as well.“
Arianna
Università di Pisa
“This project gave me a truly positive experience: I felt supported throughout the journey, and I had the opportunity to grow, develop my skills, and learn things I didn’t know before. If you’re looking for a place where you’ll be welcomed with open arms, this is it. “
Giulia
Università di Pisa
Katılımcı kurum
Check the institutions currently participating in WordPress Credits. Together, they’re advancing open source education by connecting students, educators, and contributors around the world.
Kurumunuz bu büyüyen ağa katılmak istiyorsa, lütfen ilginizi bildirin böylece bağlantı kurabilir ve sonraki adımları birlikte keşfedebiliriz.
Universidad Fidélitas
San José, Costa Rica
Riga Nordic University
Riga, Latvia
Universidad Privada Franz Tamayo
Santa Cruz & Cochabamba, Bolivia
Università di Pisa
Pisa, Italy
Ahmad’s Education
Dhaka, Bangladesh
Krakow Ekonomi Üniversitesi
Krakow, Polonya
Krakow Teknoloji Üniversitesi
Krakow, Polonya
IES Azarquiel
Toledo, İspanya
Yaratıcı Kampüs – Avrupa Üniversitesi
Madrid, İspanya
Merkez Yeni Meksika Topluluk Koleji
Albuquerque, ABD
Drew Üniversitesi
Madison, ABD
Toledo Sanat Okulu
Toledo, İspanya
Huesca Sanat Okulu
Huesca, İspanya
ERAP Research and Learning LLP
Kalküta, Hindistan
Pula Juraj Dobrila Üniversitesi
Pula, Hırvatistan
Zaragoza Sanat Okulu
Zaragoza, İspanya
IES Venancio Blanco
Salamanca, İspanya
Zaragoza Dinámica
Zaragoza, İspanya
Meet our mentors and admins
Our mentors and program administrators form the backbone of WordPress Credits. Mentors guide students through their first steps in open source contribution, helping them define meaningful projects, build confidence, and develop real-world skills through hands-on collaboration with WordPress teams. Program admins ensure that every step of the student journey runs smoothly, from onboarding and project coordination to academic partnerships and community integration. Together, they create a supportive learning environment that empowers students to contribute with purpose, unlock new opportunities, and become active participants in the global WordPress ecosystem.
Our sponsors
WordPress.com offers domain plus 1 year of free hosting plus 50% off renewal
Weglot offers one year of Weglot’s Business Plan for free to translate your website
How to get involved
Öğrenci olarak katılın
Gain real-world experience, collaborate with mentors, contribute to WordPress projects, and build skills that can boost your future career as part of a global open source community.
Become a Mentor
Share your experience and help guide students through real-world open source projects, offering feedback, support, and direction as they learn and grow.
Partner Kurum Olun
Partner olun ve öğrencilerin, küresel bir açık kaynak projeye katkı yaparken gerçek deneyim kazanmaları için anlamlı bir yol sunun. Programa katılmak, yenilikçi ve uygulama temelli öğrenme fırsatlarını doğrudan müfredatınıza getirmenizi sağlar
Contribute as a Company
Strengthen the open source community by supporting students through mentor sponsorships, useful tools and resources, or other contributions that enhance the program experience.
Topluluğa katılın
Join the #wpcredits Slack channel to share ideas, collaborate, and stay connected with other organizers.
If you still have questions or want more details, you can find everything in this handbook.
