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DSF Member of the Month: Katherine Michel on Django and Community
This profile highlights Katherine "Kati" Michel, the July 2026 DSF Member of the Month, detailing her extensive involvement in the Django community and her career journey. Michel discusses her transition into software engineering, her early exposure to Django, and her current role at JPMorganChase. The piece also touches on potential future enhancements for Django, particularly in areas like AI and developer onboarding, and reflects on the evolution of DjangoCon US with a focus on diversity and inclusion.
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Django Software Foundation Seeks Executive Director
The Django Software Foundation (DSF) has announced the search for its first Executive Director, a crucial step to manage its growing operational responsibilities beyond volunteer efforts. Six Django development agencies have collectively pledged over $47,500 to fund the role for its first year. This initiative aims to enhance support for Django Fellows, improve fundraising, and ensure the long-term sustainability of the Django framework. The job posting will be released soon, and further community contributions are encouraged.
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DSF Member of the Month: Salim Nuru Recognized
Salim Nuru has been named the DSF Member of the Month for June 2026, highlighting his significant contributions to the Django community. Nuru has been an organizer for DjangoCon Africa and currently chairs the DjangoCon US website team, in addition to his work as a software engineer and security researcher. The interview reveals his journey into Django development, his interest in AI for security scanning, and his advice for aspiring open-source contributors.
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