FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions edit

How to find help edit

What should I do if I have a question, or something happens that makes me uncomfortable (such as harassment or other inappropriate behavior)? edit

There are several ways to get help.

In the game-space, there is a Help and Moderation room at the bottom left, right next to the entrance. During core hours, there will be WMF staff there to answer any questions.
If you have concerns specific to the Hackathon, email dev-advocacy wikimedia.org. This account will be monitored at all hours during the Hackathon.

Other resources:

If you have concerns about the Code of Conduct, contact techconduct wikimedia.org.
For urgent emergencies, please email emergency wikimedia.org. If you are at a local meetup, contact the local authorities if you feel unsafe.

A map of the game-space. The Help and Moderation room (which will open a video-conference with WMF staff) is to the left of the entrance.

I can't access the online game space! What do I do? edit

If you cannot access the game-space, please contact dev-advocacy wikimedia.org for support.

Schedule edit

When will the event take place? edit

The Wikimedia Hackathon will take place over the weekend of May 20th - May 21st 2022 (Friday through Sunday), with two sets of core hours for sessions, social events, and hacking. These core hours are: 3:00 - 6:00 UTC and 15:00 - 19:00 UTC.

Do I need to attend both sets of core hours? edit

No. You are not expected to attend both sets of core hours - choose whichever hours work for you! For more info, see the Schedule.

Do I need to be online for the entire 3 days? edit

You can choose whichever hours work for you! We’re expecting the virtual space to be the busiest during the core hours. Outside of those core hours, you’re welcome to stay online to hack on projects, collaborate with others, or hang out in the virtual space. The goal with the schedule is to allow time for breaks and to accommodate as many time zones as possible.

Do I need to register or signup anywhere? edit

No, you don't! You can add your name to the Participants list to show that you'll be attending.

Using the online game space edit

How do I move on the game map? edit

On desktop you need to move on the map with the keyboard (using the WASD or arrow keys). On mobile you need to use touch screen.

How do I join a video call in a room on the game map? edit

First move to the room on the map. To join the video call in a room, you’ll need to hit the spacebar (on desktop and mobile) or on the popup that appears (on mobile).

How do I change my camera/sound settings? edit

There are a couple of ways to change your camera and/or sound settings depending on where you are. If you are on the map, click on the coffee cup icon, and go to Profile > Edit your camera. If you're in a room, you can change your camera and sound settings by clicking on the arrow icon, right above the microphone and camera icons at the bottom of your screen, or you can change it in the Settings menu.

What if I am visually-impaired or cannot enter the game-space? edit

Contact dev-advocacy wikimedia.org for support. We can give you direct access to the conference rooms.

Sessions edit

What is the format of sessions? edit

Sessions will be held in Jitsi rooms inside the game-space. If you are hosting a session, enter the game-space, and go to the room on the map where your session is held. When your avatar enters the room, a Jitsi video conferencing session will open.

How do I join a session? edit

To join the online game-space, follow the participation instructions. Sessions will be held in video conference rooms. To join a session, move to the room on the map. To join the video call in a room, you’ll need to hit the spacebar (on desktop and mobile) or on the popup that appears (on mobile).

Map of the rooms in the game space.