Last year, I used to scroll through LinkedIn and see people building open-source projects, getting internships, and making their first pull requests.
And I kept thinking to myself:
"Bhai, mujhe bhi karna hai... par start kahan se karun?"
I knew how to code, but open-source felt like a big scary world. GitHub looked like NASA’s dashboard. 😅
But this year, I found out that GirlScript Summer of Code (GSSoC) 2025 is back — and it’s more beginner-friendly than ever thanks to their brand-new app:
👉 Insights by Smartly 📲
🔧 What is GSSoC?
Girlscript Summer of Code is one of India’s biggest open-source programs. It's designed for beginners and experts alike who want to contribute to real-world projects, grow their skills, and network with awesome people.
🎯 3 Roles You Can Apply For
You can choose one of the following:
👨💻 Contributor — Learn, Code, and Contribute to real projects
🧑🏫 Mentor — Guide newcomers and support project contributors
🛠️ Project Admin — Submit and lead your own open-source project
📲 How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
Here’s how I applied in just 5 steps:
- Install Insights by Smartly from the Play Store
- Select your role (Contributor / Mentor / Project Admin)
- Fill in your basic details — name, email, GitHub/LinkedIn, etc.
- Mention your tech stack & experience — languages, tools, past PRs
- Answer why you want to join GSSoC — share your motivation, passion & goals
🧠 Pro Tip: Be honest and clear. They’re looking for potential, not perfection!
🏷️ Use My Referral Code!
If you're applying, consider using my referral code:
9c0701df-5b38-4725-9e5b-ec234fccfb0b
This helps support me as a Campus Ambassador 🙏
Your work makes open-source accessible to thousands of students like me ❤️
💬 Have Questions?
Feel free to DM me on LinkedIn or comment below.
Let’s grow together, build real projects, and contribute to something bigger than ourselves. 🌱
🚀 Let’s GSSoC 2025 !
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