Open Source Bootcamp & Contribution Challenge
From Learners to Contributors — Build, Collaborate, Contribute.
CONTRIBUTE-X is a full-day structured open source immersion program designed to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world contribution. It combines conceptual clarity with hands-on execution across two major phases.
Expert-Led Open Source Masterclass
A comprehensive 3-hour masterclass covering fundamentals, GitHub workflows, live demos, and beginner roadmaps.
Live Contribution Challenge
A 2-hour hands-on challenge where participants submit real pull requests to beginner-friendly repositories.
Transform Students
Transition students from passive learners into active, confident open source contributors.
Real-World Impact
First-time PRs, improved GitHub profiles, and increased GSoC/GSSoC participation readiness.
Proposed Date
6th March 2026
Duration
Full Day (5+ Hours)
Venue
Chandigarh University (Offline Mode)
Organized by
IEEE CIS CUSB in collaboration with IEEE RAS CUSB
Format
Masterclass + Live Contribution Challenge
Why this initiative matters — addressing critical gaps in student developer readiness.
Open Source Masterclass — 3 Hours
Open Source Fundamentals
Core concepts, licensing, ecosystem overview, and contribution models.
GitHub Workflow Deep Dive
Forking, branching, commits, pull requests, and issue tracking.
Live Demonstration
Real-time walkthrough of finding, forking, and contributing to a project.
Beginner Roadmap
Step-by-step path from first contribution to GSoC readiness.
Interactive Q&A
Open session for doubts, mentorship guidance, and personalized advice.
Mini Contribution Challenge — 2 Hours
Individual or Team Participation
Work solo or in teams of 2–3 on curated repositories.
Beginner-Friendly Repositories
Pre-selected repos with labeled good-first-issues for all skill levels.
Real PR Submissions
Submit actual pull requests that count as real open source contributions.
Mentor-Guided Execution
Experienced mentors available throughout for guidance and review.
Contributions will be evaluated on a structured rubric. Top 3–5 participants/teams will receive recognition.
Introduce students to the global open source ecosystem and its career impact.
Develop practical skills in Git, GitHub workflows, and collaborative coding.
Equip students with the knowledge and strategy to apply for prestigious programs.
Foster a sustainable contribution culture within the university campus.
Position IEEE CIS as a platform for technical excellence and community impact.
Participants will submit their first real PRs to open source projects.
Tangible contributions that strengthen student developer portfolios.
Students gain the confidence and skills to apply for GSoC and GSSoC.
A stronger culture of peer learning and community-driven development.
"This is not merely a workshop — it is a strategic transformation initiative."
Secure your spot for the open source bootcamp & contribution challenge.
Registrations are currently closed, but we may accept wild card entries!
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