The latest articles on Forem by Ilario Truppa (@ilario_truppa_dbcb71bd104). https://forem.com/ilario_truppa_dbcb71bd104 https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=90,height=90,fit=cover,gravity=auto,format=auto/https:%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Fuser%2Fprofile_image%2F3573539%2F3d76b61c-7ad9-4792-b914-8f5751b72476.jpg https://forem.com/ilario_truppa_dbcb71bd104 en Ilario Truppa Sun, 19 Oct 2025 08:46:10 +0000 https://forem.com/ilario_truppa_dbcb71bd104/volunteer-backend-developer-php-containers-for-volt-europa-academy-42n1 https://forem.com/ilario_truppa_dbcb71bd104/volunteer-backend-developer-php-containers-for-volt-europa-academy-42n1 <p><strong>TL;DR:</strong> Help us run a privacy-respecting e-learning platform used across Europe. <em>4–6 hours/week, remote, volunteer role.</em></p> <p>Volt Europa’s Academy is our digital learning hub powering onboarding, training, and skills growth for members and volunteers across the continent. We’re looking for a <strong>Backend Developer (PHP + Containers)</strong> to keep our containerized <strong>ILIAS</strong> LMS stable, scalable, and secure.</p> <h3> What you’ll work on </h3> <ul> <li>Keep our <strong>ILIAS LMS</strong> healthy in a <strong>containerized</strong> setup (Docker, Helm/Kubernetes).</li> <li>Troubleshoot issues around <strong>persistence</strong>, <strong>database connectivity (MySQL)</strong>, and configuration.</li> <li>Manage light plugin deployments via the ILIAS web UI.</li> <li>Suggest small automations and improvements within our hosting/security guidelines.</li> <li>Document steps so future contributors can ramp up quickly.</li> </ul> <h3> You’ll fit if you have </h3> <ul> <li>Solid <strong>PHP (OO, no framework)</strong> skills and <strong>MySQL</strong> know-how.</li> <li>Hands-on with <strong>Docker</strong>; basic <strong>Kubernetes</strong> understanding (pods, volumes, Helm).</li> <li>Comfort with <strong>Linux</strong> (CLI, perms, logs) and <strong>Git/GitHub</strong> workflows.</li> <li>Good written/spoken <strong>English</strong>; happy to collaborate async in an international volunteer team.</li> </ul> <p><em>Nice to have:</em> familiarity with ILIAS/Moodle or other OSS LMS, HTML/CSS/JS basics, interest in DevOps/automation/e-learning, OSS contribution experience.</p> <h3> Why volunteer with us </h3> <ul> <li>Real impact on a pan-European learning platform.</li> <li>Remote-first flexibility (~<strong>4–6 hours/week</strong>).</li> <li>Collaborate with friendly folks in infra + edtech and grow your container skills.</li> </ul> <h3> How to apply </h3> <ol> <li>Read the full role &amp; context → <a href="https://volteuropa.org/backend-developer-php-containers-volunteer-fmd" rel="noopener noreferrer">Backend Developer (PHP + Containers) — Volunteer (f/m/d)</a> </li> <li>Submit the short application form linked on that page (CV + quick answers).</li> </ol> <p><strong>Timeline:</strong> Rolling review, with priority to applications received before <strong>31 October 2025</strong>.</p> <blockquote> <p><strong>Note:</strong> This is an <strong>unpaid volunteer</strong> position.</p> </blockquote> <p>Questions? Drop a comment here or use the contact details provided on the role page.</p> contributorswanted php docker kubernetes