Strip emoji from message templates, add personalization footer

rbowen · rbowen · commit 4b4f5c941c3e · 2026-07-23T10:26:02.000-04:00
diff --git a/source/events/2026/community-over-code/msg_hackathon_chat_channels.txt b/source/events/2026/community-over-code/msg_hackathon_chat_channels.txt
@@ -1,11 +1,17 @@
-🛠️ [PROJECT] is participating in the Community over Code Glasgow
+[PROJECT] is participating in the Community over Code Glasgow
 hackathon (Oct 11-14)!
 
 We'll have beginner-friendly tasks, mentors on hand, and a room full
 of people ready to hack. Whether you're a first-time contributor or
-a seasoned committer  -  come join us.
+a seasoned committer - come join us.
 
 Details: https://events.apache.org/events/2026/community-over-code/hackathon.html
 Register: https://communityovercode.org/registration/
 
 Join #hackathon on ApacheCon Slack for updates: http://s.apache.org/apachecon-slack
+
+---
+NOTE TO VOLUNTEERS: This is a starting point - please personalize it!
+Add your own voice, mention specific things about your project that
+would excite newcomers, and adjust the tone to match your community.
+The best outreach feels like it comes from a real person, not a template.
diff --git a/source/events/2026/community-over-code/msg_hackathon_dev_list.txt b/source/events/2026/community-over-code/msg_hackathon_dev_list.txt
@@ -1,17 +1,17 @@
-Subject: Hackathon at Community over Code Glasgow  -  Oct 11-14
+Subject: Hackathon at Community over Code Glasgow - Oct 11-14
 
 Hi everyone,
 
 [PROJECT NAME] will be participating in the hackathon at Community
 over Code Glasgow 2026 (October 11-14).
 
 This is a hands-on day where new and experienced contributors work
-side by side on real issues  -  bug fixes, documentation improvements,
+side by side on real issues - bug fixes, documentation improvements,
 new features, and more. We'll have mentors available to help people
 get set up and find tasks that match their skill level.
 
 If you're attending Community over Code (or are in the Glasgow area),
-come hack with us! No prior experience with [PROJECT] is required  - 
+come hack with us! No prior experience with [PROJECT] is required - 
 we'll have beginner-friendly tasks available.
 
 Details and task list:
@@ -24,3 +24,9 @@ Questions? Reply here or join #hackathon on the ApacheCon Slack:
 http://s.apache.org/apachecon-slack
 
 See you in Glasgow!
+
+---
+NOTE TO VOLUNTEERS: This is a starting point - please personalize it!
+Add your own voice, mention specific things about your project that
+would excite newcomers, and adjust the tone to match your community.
+The best outreach feels like it comes from a real person, not a template.
diff --git a/source/events/2026/community-over-code/msg_hackathon_feedback_survey.txt b/source/events/2026/community-over-code/msg_hackathon_feedback_survey.txt
@@ -19,3 +19,9 @@ Your honest feedback (positive or constructive) helps us improve.
 Thank you!
 
 Rich
+
+---
+NOTE TO VOLUNTEERS: This is a starting point - please personalize it!
+Add your own voice, mention specific things about your project that
+would excite newcomers, and adjust the tone to match your community.
+The best outreach feels like it comes from a real person, not a template.
diff --git a/source/events/2026/community-over-code/msg_hackathon_newsletter_blurb.txt b/source/events/2026/community-over-code/msg_hackathon_newsletter_blurb.txt
@@ -1,4 +1,10 @@
 [PROJECT] will be at the Community over Code Glasgow hackathon
 (Oct 11-14) with beginner-friendly tasks and mentors on hand. Join
-us for a day of hacking  -  no prior contribution experience required!
+us for a day of hacking - no prior contribution experience required!
 Details: https://events.apache.org/events/2026/community-over-code/hackathon.html
+
+---
+NOTE TO VOLUNTEERS: This is a starting point - please personalize it!
+Add your own voice, mention specific things about your project that
+would excite newcomers, and adjust the tone to match your community.
+The best outreach feels like it comes from a real person, not a template.
diff --git a/source/events/2026/community-over-code/msg_hackathon_page_reminder.txt b/source/events/2026/community-over-code/msg_hackathon_page_reminder.txt
@@ -2,13 +2,13 @@ Subject: Reminder: Submit your hackathon page by mid-September
 
 Hi everyone,
 
-Friendly reminder  -  if your project hasn't submitted its hackathon
+Friendly reminder - if your project hasn't submitted its hackathon
 page yet, now's the time! Participants are starting to browse the
 list and choose which projects to hack on.
 
 To add your page:
 1. Create: source/events/2026/community-over-code/YOURPROJECT.md
-   (template at: source/events/2026/community-over-code/sampleproject.md)
+ (template at: source/events/2026/community-over-code/sampleproject.md)
 2. Link it from the table in hackathon.md
 3. Submit a PR to: https://github.com/apache/comdev-events-site
 
@@ -22,3 +22,9 @@ Questions? Reply here or ping me on Slack (#hackathon).
 
 Thanks!
 Rich
+
+---
+NOTE TO VOLUNTEERS: This is a starting point - please personalize it!
+Add your own voice, mention specific things about your project that
+would excite newcomers, and adjust the tone to match your community.
+The best outreach feels like it comes from a real person, not a template.
diff --git a/source/events/2026/community-over-code/msg_hackathon_publicity_push_1.txt b/source/events/2026/community-over-code/msg_hackathon_publicity_push_1.txt
@@ -1,20 +1,26 @@
-Subject: Community over Code Glasgow Hackathon  -  projects and tasks announced!
+Subject: Community over Code Glasgow Hackathon - projects and tasks announced!
 
 The hackathon at Community over Code Glasgow (Oct 11-14) now has 25+
 projects participating, with task lists published and mentors confirmed.
 
 Whether you're a first-time contributor or an experienced hacker looking
 for a new project to explore, there's something for you:
 
-👉 https://events.apache.org/events/2026/community-over-code/hackathon.html
+ https://events.apache.org/events/2026/community-over-code/hackathon.html
 
 Projects include: [list 5-6 popular ones]
 
 Each project has published a task list with issues at various
-difficulty levels  -  pick one that interests you and show up ready
+difficulty levels - pick one that interests you and show up ready
 to hack. Mentors will be on hand to help you get set up.
 
 Register for Community over Code: https://communityovercode.org/registration/
 Join #hackathon on Slack: http://s.apache.org/apachecon-slack
 
 See you in Glasgow!
+
+---
+NOTE TO VOLUNTEERS: This is a starting point - please personalize it!
+Add your own voice, mention specific things about your project that
+would excite newcomers, and adjust the tone to match your community.
+The best outreach feels like it comes from a real person, not a template.
diff --git a/source/events/2026/community-over-code/msg_hackathon_publicity_push_2.txt b/source/events/2026/community-over-code/msg_hackathon_publicity_push_2.txt
@@ -1,4 +1,4 @@
-Subject: 3 weeks to the hackathon  -  have you picked your project?
+Subject: 3 weeks to the hackathon - have you picked your project?
 
 The Community over Code Glasgow hackathon is just 3 weeks away
 (Oct 11-14)! 25+ Apache projects are ready with curated task lists
@@ -10,9 +10,15 @@ If you haven't already:
 3. Check out their "getting started" links
 4. Show up ready to hack
 
-No advance preparation required  -  but if you want a head start,
+No advance preparation required - but if you want a head start,
 most projects list their dev environment setup instructions on their
 hackathon page.
 
 Register: https://communityovercode.org/registration/
 Slack: #hackathon on http://s.apache.org/apachecon-slack
+
+---
+NOTE TO VOLUNTEERS: This is a starting point - please personalize it!
+Add your own voice, mention specific things about your project that
+would excite newcomers, and adjust the tone to match your community.
+The best outreach feels like it comes from a real person, not a template.
diff --git a/source/events/2026/community-over-code/msg_hackathon_publicity_push_final.txt b/source/events/2026/community-over-code/msg_hackathon_publicity_push_final.txt
@@ -1,11 +1,17 @@
 Subject: NEXT WEEK: Community over Code Glasgow Hackathon!
 
-The hackathon is NEXT WEEK  -  October 11-14 in Glasgow!
+The hackathon is NEXT WEEK - October 11-14 in Glasgow!
 
 Quick links:
-📋 Projects & tasks: https://events.apache.org/events/2026/community-over-code/hackathon.html
-📍 Venue & logistics: [link TBD]
-💬 Slack: #hackathon on http://s.apache.org/apachecon-slack
+ Projects & tasks: https://events.apache.org/events/2026/community-over-code/hackathon.html
+ Venue & logistics: [link TBD]
+ Slack: #hackathon on http://s.apache.org/apachecon-slack
 
 See you there! Bring your laptop, your curiosity, and your
 willingness to ask questions. Mentors are standing by.
+
+---
+NOTE TO VOLUNTEERS: This is a starting point - please personalize it!
+Add your own voice, mention specific things about your project that
+would excite newcomers, and adjust the tone to match your community.
+The best outreach feels like it comes from a real person, not a template.
diff --git a/source/events/2026/community-over-code/msg_hackathon_social_media.txt b/source/events/2026/community-over-code/msg_hackathon_social_media.txt
@@ -8,3 +8,9 @@ this October!
 Come hack with us: https://events.apache.org/events/2026/community-over-code/hackathon.html
 
 #OpenSource #Apache #Glasgow #Hackathon
+
+---
+NOTE TO VOLUNTEERS: This is a starting point - please personalize it!
+Add your own voice, mention specific things about your project that
+would excite newcomers, and adjust the tone to match your community.
+The best outreach feels like it comes from a real person, not a template.
diff --git a/source/events/2026/community-over-code/msg_hackathon_thank_you.txt b/source/events/2026/community-over-code/msg_hackathon_thank_you.txt
@@ -13,10 +13,16 @@ Special thanks to [mentors who attended] for guiding participants
 and making the hackathon a welcoming space for new contributors.
 
 If any participants opened PRs that are still in review, please
-give them some love  -  the faster the feedback loop, the more likely
+give them some love - the faster the feedback loop, the more likely
 they'll come back as ongoing contributors.
 
 Photos and a full recap will be posted to the Apache blog soon.
 
-Thanks again  -  see you next time!
+Thanks again - see you next time!
 Rich
+
+---
+NOTE TO VOLUNTEERS: This is a starting point - please personalize it!
+Add your own voice, mention specific things about your project that
+would excite newcomers, and adjust the tone to match your community.
+The best outreach feels like it comes from a real person, not a template.
diff --git a/source/events/2026/community-over-code/msg_hackathon_user_list.txt b/source/events/2026/community-over-code/msg_hackathon_user_list.txt
@@ -7,8 +7,8 @@ start? Here's your chance.
 
 [PROJECT] will be participating in the hackathon at Community over
 Code Glasgow (October 11-14, 2026). We'll have a curated list of
-tasks at various difficulty levels  -  from documentation fixes to
-feature work  -  and mentors on hand to help you get started.
+tasks at various difficulty levels - from documentation fixes to
+feature work - and mentors on hand to help you get started.
 
 This is a great opportunity whether you're a long-time user looking
 to give back, or someone who's always been curious about contributing
@@ -20,4 +20,10 @@ https://events.apache.org/events/2026/community-over-code/hackathon.html
 Register:
 https://communityovercode.org/registration/
 
-No commitment required  -  just show up ready to learn and hack!
+No commitment required - just show up ready to learn and hack!
+
+---
+NOTE TO VOLUNTEERS: This is a starting point - please personalize it!
+Add your own voice, mention specific things about your project that
+would excite newcomers, and adjust the tone to match your community.
+The best outreach feels like it comes from a real person, not a template.
