I. Introduction

1. A. Brief overview of open source and why it's important
2. B. Purpose of the talk: to help attendees understand how to navigate the open source community and make their first contributions

II. Understanding Open Source

1. A. Definition and history of open source
2. B. Types of open source licenses and how they work
3. C. Overview of the open source community and how it operates

III. Finding Open Source Projects

1. A. Popular open source project hosting platforms (e.g. GitHub)
2. B. How to search for and discover open source projects
3. C. Evaluating projects to determine which ones align with your skills and interests

IV. Contributing to Open Source Projects

1. A. Understanding the contribution process
2. B. Finding and responding to issues and bug reports
3. C. Making your first contribution: steps, tips, and best practices

V. Navigating the Open Source Community

1. A. Understanding the role of maintainers and community leaders
2. B. Building relationships and networking with other contributors
3. C. Overcoming common challenges and obstacles faced by beginners

VI. Growing Your Open Source Skills

1. A. Opportunities for learning and skill development in open source
2. B. Ways to become more involved and take on leadership roles in the open source community
3. C. Tips for continuing to grow and advance your open source skills

VII. Conclusion

1. A. Recap of key points and takeaways
2. B. Final thoughts on the importance and value of open source contributions
3. C. Q&A session and opportunities for further discussion.