A Complete Guide to Open Source Contribution for Beginners to Pros

In a world driven by collaboration, open source is more than just a buzzword—it’s a gateway to growth, opportunities, and innovation. But how do you take your first step into this ecosystem without feeling overwhelmed?

This talk is designed for everyone—from curious beginners to budding developers who want to level up. We will demystify the entire process of open source contribution, starting with the absolute basics like Git, GitHub, and essential commands to ensure no one feels left behind.

You’ll learn

• What is Open Source and Why Contribute? Discover how open source can transform your learning, career, and coding skills.

• How to Make Meaningful Contributions: Step-by-step guidance to pick the right projects, understand codebases, and create impactful pull requests.

• Navigating GSoC (Google Summer of Code): Tips and tricks for choosing the perfect project, understanding expectations, preparing proposals, and succeeding in GSoC’s evolving landscape.

• Skills That Matter: The mindset, tools, and practices that make you stand out as a contributor.

By the end of this session, you’ll leave with the confidence to make your mark in the open source world—whether you’re fixing a small typo or building solutions at scale. Join me to unlock the developer journey from "I don’t know where to start" to "I just shipped my first PR!"

Let’s give back to the community.