How to Become a Contributor

Want to share your knowledge with the TMS community? Here's how the contributor application process works.

Who Can Apply

Anyone with a TMS account can apply. We're looking for people who:

• Have genuine experience or expertise in their topic
• Can explain things clearly and step-by-step
• Care about helping others learn
• Are willing to write quality, well-structured tutorials

You don't need formal credentials. A passionate home cook, weekend woodworker, or self-taught coder are all welcome.

The Application Process

Step 1: Click "Teach Something"

When logged in, click the "+ Teach Something" button in the navigation.

Step 2: Tell Us About Yourself

Fill out the "About You" section with your display name, bio, and social links.

Step 3: Propose a Tutorial

Describe what you want to teach — the title, category, difficulty, and your approach.

Step 4: Submit and Wait

Our admin team reviews every application personally. You'll see an "Under Review" status while it's being processed.

Step 5: Approval

When approved, your account is upgraded to Contributor and you get access to the Contributor Dashboard.

After Approval

As a contributor, you can:

• Create tutorials with our rich text editor
• Save drafts and work at your own pace
• Submit for review when ready
• Track your content performance
• Earn money from paid tutorials (85% of each sale)

Writing Great Tutorials

• Start with a clear goal — What will the reader learn?
• Break it into steps — Numbered, manageable chunks
• Use simple language — Avoid jargon
• Add visuals — Photos and videos help enormously
• Include tips and warnings — Share what you wish you'd known
• Test your instructions — Can someone follow them from scratch?

Rejection

If rejected, you'll receive feedback. Common reasons:

• Proposal too vague
• Topic already well-covered
• Bio needs more detail

You can reapply with an updated proposal.