Intro
I was hoping you could take a look at my GitHub Account Link
This was my very first open-source contribution. I am a 3rd Year Engineering Undergraduate at VIT Chennai, trying to break out in the domain.
Highs and Lows
Pull Request 1 - This was about revamping the ReadMe for better navigation and contributing experience.
Pull Request 2 - This was a UI Enhancement for a Hackathon Project.
Pull Request 3 - This helped me learn NEXT JS and JSON - SERVER
Pull Request 4 - This helped me learn Tailwind CSS
Growth
Hacktoberfest is more than just about making contributions. It's also a great opportunity to learn from the open source community.
Many open source projects have active communities on Discord or Slack. These communities are a great place to ask questions and get help from experienced developers.
I also recommend following open source projects on social media and reading their blogs. This is a great way to stay up-to-date on the latest developments and learn about new technologies.
Hacktoberfest 2023 was an amazing experience. I learned a lot, made some great contributions, and connected with the open source community.
If you're a developer, I encourage you to participate in Hacktoberfest next year. It's a great way to learn, give back, and make a difference.
Here are some additional tips for participating in Hacktoberfest:
Start early. Don't wait until the last week of October to start contributing.
Don't be afraid to ask for help. The open-source community is very welcoming and helpful.
Be patient and persistent. It may take some time to get your pull requests merged.
Have fun! Hacktoberfest is a great opportunity to learn and connect with other developers.
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