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+title: How can I contribute to an open source project?
+description: Semantic text matching is a task in natural language processing involving estimating the semantic similarity between two texts. For exam...
+date: 2024-01-06
+image: /images/blog/harmony_api.png
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+## How can I contribute to an open source project like Harmony?
+
+The world of data science is brimming with groundbreaking possibilities, but navigating its complexities can feel daunting, especially for newcomers. Well, fear not, intrepid data explorer! Open-source projects like Harmony are here to lend a helping hand, and guess what? **You can be a part of it!** 
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+Harmony is a **powerful data harmonisation tool** built with love and open-source magic. It uses natural language processing (NLP) to bridge the gap between diverse research studies, automatically comparing and grouping similar items across datasets. 
+
+But Harmony isn't just about code and algorithms; it's a vibrant community of passionate individuals like you and me. We're researchers, developers, and data enthusiasts united by a common goal: **to empower groundbreaking discoveries through accessible research data.** 
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+So, how can you, a curious and enthusiastic soul, contribute to this open source project? The answer is simple: **by joining Harmony!** Here are a few ways you can make your voice heard:
+
+**1. Code your way to data harmony:** 
+
+Harmony's codebase is built on the bedrock of Python, and contributions are always welcome. Whether you're a seasoned developer or a coding newbie, there's a place for you. You can:
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+* [Browse open issues and pull requests](https://github.com/harmonydata/harmony/issues): Find a challenge that sparks your interest and contribute your unique skills.
+* **Help maintain the existing code:** Fix bugs, improve documentation, and suggest optimizations.
+* **Develop new features:** Take Harmony to the next level by proposing and implementing innovative solutions.
+
+**2. Dive into the world of NLP:** 
+
+The heart of the magic of Harmony is the large language models that it depends on, taken from the [Hugging Face Hub](https://huggingface.co/docs/hub/models-the-hub). If you have a knack for languages and a thirst for knowledge, you can contribute by:
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+* **Exploring and testing NLP algorithms:** Experiment with different NLP techniques to improve Harmony's accuracy and efficiency.
+* **Developing new language models:** Try training your own LLM specialised in psychology.
+* **Contributing to the NLP community:** Share your insights and findings with other NLP enthusiasts, fostering a collaborative spirit.
+
+The deeper we understand language, the better we can harmonise the world's research data.
+
+**3. Spread the word, be the data cheerleader:** 
+
+Harmony's mission thrives on awareness and accessibility. You can be a champion for open data by:
+
+* **Writing blog posts and articles:** Share your experiences with Harmony and inspire others to join the cause.
+* **Creating tutorials and videos:** Make Harmony approachable for beginners and showcase its potential to a wider audience.
+* **Promoting Harmony on social media:** Share the love on Twitter, Facebook, and beyond, using the hashtag #OpenSourceHarmony.
+
+**Ready to join Harmony open source project?** Head over to our GitHub repository at [https://github.com/harmonydata/harmony](https://github.com/harmonydata/harmony), explore the free web tool at [harmonydata.ac.uk/app](https://harmonydata.ac.uk/app), and dive into our documentation. We're waiting for you with open arms (and open-source code)!
+
+**Bonus Tip:** We also have a Docker container available, making it even easier to get started with Harmony. Just check out our documentation for more details.
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 * **The joy of learning:** Join workshops, attend conferences, and dive into the ever-evolving world of NLP. We believe in fostering an environment of continuous learning and growth.
 * **The satisfaction of building something meaningful:** Be part of a project with real-world implications, empowering researchers around the globe to unlock the true potential of their data.
 
-So, are you ready to join the chorus? Here's how to make your voice heard:
+So, are you ready to join the chorus? We're always looking for talented individuals to join our team.
 
-* **Check out our open positions:** We're always looking for talented individuals to join our team.
 * **Contribute to our open-source code:** Whether you're a seasoned developer or a curious newbie, your contributions are valued.
 * **Join the conversation:** Share your ideas, suggestions, and feedback on our forum and social media channels.
 
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 # Getting started
 
-Please familiarise yourself with Git. You can fork Harmony and make a pull request any time! We're glad to have your contribution.
+Please familiarise yourself with Git. You can [fork Harmony](https://github.com/harmonydata/harmony/fork) and [make a pull request](https://github.com/harmonydata/harmony/pulls) any time! We're glad to have your contribution.
 
 **Come on, let's harmonise the world!**