I am using XFCE as my desktop environment for some time now and really like it.
Mainly because it is modular and extensible.

I have contributed to other open source/free software projects as an artists already and
want to contribute as a programmer to have some variety.
I am a computer sience apprentice and would like a to improve my knowledge and skill.
I have already programmed in C, C++ and Python and know the basics in using Git.

So I am asking for some help and guidance to get started.