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Add new blog post: Switching to Discord
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## Developing
The development branch is <code>main</code>. All pull request should be made against this branch. If you need help getting started, [join us on Slack](https://join.slack.com/t/documenso/shared_invite/zt-1qwxxsvli-nDyojjt~wakhgBGl9JRl2w).
The development branch is <code>main</code>. All pull request should be made against this branch. If you need help getting started, [join us on Discord](https://documen.so/discord).
1. [Fork](https://help.github.com/articles/fork-a-repo/) this repository to your
own GitHub account and then

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<a href="https://documenso.com"><strong>Learn more »</strong></a>
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<a href="https://documen.so/slack">Slack</a>
<a href="https://documen.so/discord">Discord</a>
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<a href="https://documenso.com">Website</a>
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<a href="https://documen.so/slack"><img src="https://img.shields.io/badge/Slack-documenso.slack.com-%234A154B" alt="Join Documenso on Slack"></a>
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---
title: Switching to Discord
description: Join us on documen.so/discord to share ideas, support, and memes.
authorName: 'Flo Merian'
authorImage: '/blog/blog-author-flo.jpeg'
authorRole: 'Go-to-market'
date: 2023-08-02
tags:
- Announcement
- Community
---
Were switching to Discord.
Documenso is an open-source DocuSign alternative, built with community and transparency in mind.
So, when we started working on the project, we quickly set up a Slack workspace to start engaging with community members.
As the community grows (reached 2K stars on GitHub and 100 community members on Slack), we felt the need to set up a more community-friendly environment.
The Documenso team is growing, too. [Lucas joined Timur](https://twitter.com/ElTimuro/status/1648608988391514112), then [Ephraim](https://twitter.com/documenso/status/1662418374243041280) and [David](https://github.com/dguyen) recently joined the journey. We want to stay in touch with the community as much as possible and avoid context-switching to focus on work, support, and fun.
Were an open-source project and focus on building a great developer experience. So, when we thought of a Slack replacement, community- and developer-friendly, Discord was an obvious choice — not to mention that it would help us keep up with [OSS friends](https://documen.so/oss), too.
So, were switching all conversations, team- and community-wide, to Discord.
In this post, we wont debate *why* were switching — Slack vs. Discord is a long-lasting debate with pros and cons, and fans on both sides. There are great [stories](https://blog.meilisearch.com/from-slack-to-discord-our-migration/) and [threads](https://twitter.com/McPizza0/status/1655519558600470528) on the topic. We just dont want to write yet another story here.
Instead, well focus on *how* we plan to make the switch.
## ## Who is this story for?
First, we wrote this post for the team so were ready for the switch. Then we post it online because we value transparency and thought it might help the community.
For community members, this story would help you understand how we plan to make the switch and give you the guidance to fully embrace the new experience.
For founders and makers who would like to switch too, in one way or another, this story would help you handle the transition with a detailed guide.
## Switching to Discord
Were switching to Discord, step by step. First, were moving team conversations, then were moving the community with a 15-day buffering.
The detailed plan goes like this:
- 2023-07-25 `t=0`: Timur starts setting up the Discord server and sends invites to the team.
- 2023-07-26 `t+1`: The team switches to Discord. The objective is to get used to the product and to customize it to feel at home and, when were ready to welcome the community, to make new members feel at home, too.
- 2023-08-02 `t+8`: We announce to the community the upcoming changes in the different channels — GitHub, Twitter, and Slack.
- **GitHub**
- [ ] Create new Pull Request
- [ ] Add story to the blog
- [ ] Update link to the community
```
https://documen.so/discord
```
- [ ] Start a new Discussion
```markdown
Happy Wednesday!
TL,DR: Were switching to Discord. [Join the fun!](https://documen.so/discord)
We want to build a beautiful, open-source DocuSign alternative. As we're growing (reached 2.3K Stars), we feel the need to have a more community- and developer-friendly environment to share ideas, support, and memes.
Make sure to join the server to keep up to date on all things Documenso.
Oh and, spoiler alert, there may be some swag there 👀
See you there!
Flo
```
- **Twitter**
- [ ] Tweet the announcement
- [ ] Pin Tweet
- [ ] Update link in bio
```
The Open Source DocuSign Alternative.
http://documen.so/github
http://documen.so/discord
http://documen.so/manifest
```
- **Slack**
- [ ] Post message in `#general`
```markdown
Happy Wednesday!
TL,DR: Were switching to Discord. [Join the fun!](https://documen.so/discord)
We want to build a beautiful, open-source DocuSign alternative. As we're growing (reached 2.3K Stars), we feel the need to have a more community- and developer-friendly environment to share ideas, support, and memes.
Make sure to [join the server](https://documen.so/discord) to keep up to date on all things Documenso.
Oh and, spoiler alert, there may be some swag there 👀
See you there!
Flo
```
- [ ] Pin post
- [ ] Set topic and description
```
We're switching to Discord. Join the fun: https://documen.so/discord
```
- [ ] Archive channels: `#code-review` `#how-to` `#meet-and-greet` `#random-memes` `#self-hosting` `#support`
- 2023-08-09 `t+15`: 7 days later, we send a reminder on Slack.
- **Slack**
- [ ] Schedule reminder in `#general` (Flo)
```
Friendly reminder: we're switching to Discord and will soon disconnect this Slack workspace.
Join the fun! https://documen.so/discord
```
- 2023-08-16 `t+22`: 15 days later, were making the final edits to the Slack workspace.
- **Slack**
- [ ] [Edit posting permissions](https://app.slack.com/slackhelp/en-US/360004635551) in `#general`
- [ ] Disconnect Slack
## Final thoughts
- Were at the very, early stage on our journey to building a beautiful, open-source DocuSign alternative. We want to build a great developer experience with the open-source community and, switching to Discord, we want to set up the foundations of an open, safe place for community members to get in touch, brainstorm ideas, and have fun.
- It doesnt mean we wont ever switch back to Slack. The tools of today arent the ones of tomorrow. We dont delete the Slack workspace, we archive it, and keep the `documenso` handle. May it be just an *au revoir?*
- For now, were pushing forward and are eager to welcome you on Discord. Make sure to [join the server](https://documen.so/discord) in order to keep up to date on all things Documenso. See you there!