Kannada and Tulu Language Workshop/Resources-Workshop guide

Kannada Language Workshop Resources

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Main Page Adminstration on Wiki Workshop Guide Infobox PAWS Templates Wikidata Wikipedia wikipedia slide Wikiquote Wikisource wikisource slide Wiktionary privacy tips workshop guide Iterations 2024-25 2026	Read this page in English
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Workshop Preparation

Pre-workshop check list

• What Wikimedia project(s) will be covered?
  • Wikipedia, Wikidata, Commons, etc.
• Choose a Format
• In-person
  • Set a Date & Duration
  • IP throttle
    • If IP address of event workshop is known at least a week before workshop, create request for Mass_account_creation#Requesting_temporary_lift_of_IP_cap
    • see #Troubleshooting if IP address is not known
• Stable internet connection
• Event manager permissions
• Outreach dashboard Category:Programs_&_Events_Dashboard

For Wikimedia Editing

1. Create an Account (if needed)
   • Walk through registration.
   • Explain user/talk pages.
2. Basic Editing
   • VisualEditor, Source & Wiki markup.
   • Practice in a sandbox.

• Virtual (via Zoom, Google Meet, etc.)

Gather Resources

• Presentation slides (intro to Wikimedia, editing basics)
• Help page links

Troubleshooting

• Creating account
  1. Unable to create account if IP throttle is not requested
     1. An admin/user with account creator rights can create multiple accounts at Special:CreateAccount
     2. Account creation can be enabled at Outreach dashboard
• Editing
  1. Unable to edit if IP throttle is not requested
     1. Ask participants to wait for a minute before publishing their work

Post-Workshop Follow-Up

• Encourage continued contributions.
• Encourage joining local Wikimedia affiliates.