Introduction

Hello!

Welcome to the first section of this space. This section introduces you to OpenMRS and what to expect from this wiki. We’ve organized this wiki so that everyone using OpenMRS can easily access and enjoy our documentation, giving you a clear understanding of who we are and what we do. Once again, welcome!

In this section, you'll learn what OpenMRS is and get a glimpse of our history. If you're new, don’t worry—we’ve got you covered with our Guide for the New and Curious. From there, you can dive into some Issues (How-to guide) to get your hands dirty. And if you come across any unfamiliar terms, our Glossary is here to help.

Documentation Profiles

We’ve tailored our documentation to suit the different types of people in our community. Find the profile below that best matches your role, and you'll discover the relevant resources to get started:

• Newcomers: Interested in learning about and supporting OpenMRS. 

• Users: Healthcare professionals (clinicians, researchers, administrators, etc.) currently using or interested in using OpenMRS.

• Implementers: Supporting the installation, customization, and maintenance of the OpenMRS Reference Application within healthcare settings.

• Developers: Contributing to OpenMRS through source code or module development. 

• Testers: Identifying and analyzing bugs in OpenMRS.

• Subject Matter Experts: Assisting with documentation and translations.

Getting Started

Our wiki has a Getting Started as a Developer with OpenMRS guide, which, as the name suggests, can help you get started as a developer :)

Community

Although you’ll get more in-depth information on our community, you should know about how we interact. OpenMRS is more than just software—it's a global community of passionate individuals dedicated to improving healthcare through open-source technology. Staying connected is key, and we’ve made it easy for you to join in and start engaging with our vibrant network.

You’ll be introduced to our core platforms, where members collaborate, share ideas, and support each other. Start by signing up for an OpenMRS ID—your gateway to all our community resources. From there, you can join the conversations on our community forum, OpenMRS Talk, or connect in real-time on Slack.