====== Contributor ====== Often readers of a WikiWeb are not seen as contributors. Contributors can have different roles within the WikiWeb. They can be shapers, organizers or simply be writers (Authors) of Wiki articles. ===== Usage ===== The contributor starts small by correcting typos and thrives to develop his writing skills. ===== Example ===== A contributor is someone who possesses the following traits: * is eager to learn the structure of a wiki * has read lots of wiki articles * has viewed some markup ===== Related Patterns ===== * [[WikiGnome]] - also known as WikiGardener, a person who keeps the wiki running smoothly by fixing broken links, typos, and improving the overall flow and quality of content. * [[Maintainers]], [[Champions]] and WikiGnomes are critical to the success and quality of the wiki. * [[WikiTroll]] - someone who tries to disrupt the wiki by posting inflammatory comments and distracting people from the talk at hand. A champion will swiftly deal with the disruptions of a WikiTroll to keep the wiki running smoothly, and try to help the WikiTroll become a more productive community member.