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[Mewmul]

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Where can I find Open-source projects to contribute to? I'm a bit new to GitHub

[ahmed45adel]

1. GitHub Explore: Browse trending repositories and topics on GitHub Explore.
2. Good First Issues: Look for issues labeled "good first issue" or "help wanted," perfect for beginners.
3. Contribute to Projects You Use: Explore repositories for tools or libraries you already use.
4. Search by Topic: Search for projects by language or framework (e.g., Python, JavaScript) on GitHub.

You can also check out GitHub's Open Source Guides for more tips on getting started.

[Mewmul]

@ahmed45adel thank you! GitHub feels overwhelming for someone new like me but the community are very helpful!

[ChunhThanhDe]

Thanks for the meaningful advice! 🎯

[ebndev]

Hi @Mewmul, thanks for being part of the GitHub Community!

For more information, you can visit our docs on Finding ways to contribute to open source on GitHub and How to choose (and contribute to) your first open source project for a collection of a few projects to get you started.

Best of luck on your coding journey and can’t wait to see your contributions 🌟

[Mewmul]

Hi @ebndev thank for the information! I appreciate it.

[nomoreFt]

I totally understand how you feel! When I was new to GitHub, I also felt a bit intimidated. But here's the thing—many of the open-source projects you already use daily are excellent places to start contributing. You’d be surprised at how even experienced developers can overlook things or make mistakes.

I recommend finding a project that you’re already familiar with or passionate about. It’s easier to contribute when you know the domain, and most open-source communities are very welcoming to new contributors. Start with small contributions, like fixing typos in documentation or improving comments, and gradually work your way up to code contributions.

Don’t be afraid to explore! You’ll soon realize that your help is needed and appreciated, no matter your experience level. 😊 Good luck, and enjoy the process of contributing to open source!

[Mewmul]

Thank you @nomoreFt for the replay! I would definitely go check it out!

[huseyin774]

Use GitHub search :

Public search: Go to the GitHub home page and use the search bar to find open source projects. You can use keywords like "good first issue" or "help wanted" to find projects with issues suitable for beginners.

Specific tags: In the Issues section of each repository, look for tags like good first issue and help wanted. These tags indicate issues that are appropriate for new contributors.

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Helpful resources and websites:

GitHub Explore: This section allows you to explore popular and new projects.

Open Source Friday: This website helps you find projects that need contributions.

First Timers Only and First Contributions: These resources are designed for beginners and will help you make your first contribution.
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Events and festivals:

Hacktoberfest is an annual event where developers are encouraged to contribute to open source projects. The projects that participate in this event are usually labeled hacktoberfest.

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Tips for participation:

Read the Contributing Guide: Be sure to read the Contributing Guide (CONTRIBUTING.md) of each project before starting. This file contains important information about how to participate and project rules.
Check recent activity: Make sure the project is active and has had recent commits. This indicates that the project is open to participation.
Using these methods, you can find the right projects to contribute to and gain valuable experience working with the open source community.

Thank you for your good question and Good luck....

[d-coder111]

Hi @Mewmul 👋

Looking for a repository to contribute to during Hacktoberfest 2024? Look no further! 🎉

Check out SpectrumOfPython, where we celebrate the power of Python and open-source contributions! 🐍✨ It's perfect for both beginners and seasoned coders. Here’s how you can get involved:

1. Explore the various categories of Python projects.
2. Pick an issue labeled with hacktoberfest or suggest a new feature.
3. Fork the repo, create a branch, and start coding! 🔧
4. Submit your pull request and see your contribution go live! 🚀

Every contribution matters—big or small! It's a great opportunity to learn, grow, and be part of the open-source community! 🌍

Need help? 📚 Drop your questions in the Issues section—we're here to help.

Let’s make this Hacktoberfest 🎃 one to remember! Happy coding! 🌈💙

[Mewmul]

Thank you @d-coder111 I will go check it out! Are there other programming languages as well or just Python?

[d-coder111]

This repository is mainly for python, but you can check out other hacktoberfest-accepted repos on my profile.