10 Steps to begin 🚀

[Sanchitbajaj02]

1. Select a Project Based on Your Skills:

• Explore the list of projects participating in GSSoC.
• Choose a project that aligns with your skills and interests.

2. Check the Repository and Explore:

• Visit the repository of the selected project.
• Read the README and other guideline-related files to understand the project's objectives, technologies used, contribution guidelines, and coding standards.

3. Set up the Repository Locally:

• Follow the step-by-step process provided in the repository to set it up locally on your machine.
• Ensure that you have all the necessary dependencies installed.

4. Explore Issues:

• Navigate to the 'Issues' tab in the repository.
• Browse through the list of open issues.
• Select an issue that you would like to work on based on your skills and interest.

5. Create Additional Issues (Optional):

• If you identify any other improvements or features that could benefit the project, feel free to create new issues.
• Provide clear descriptions and requirements for each new issue.

6. Comment on the Issue to Get Assigned:

• Once you've decided on an issue, comment on it expressing your interest in working on it.
• Wait for confirmation from the maintainers or contributors that you've been assigned to the issue.

7. Work on the Issue:

• Create a new branch in your forked repository dedicated to the selected issue.
• Make the necessary changes and improvements related to the issue on this branch.

8. Submit a Pull Request (PR):

• After completing the changes, submit a pull request to the original repository.
• Ensure that your PR includes a clear description of the changes you've made and how they address the issue.
• Follow any provided PR templates or guidelines.

9. Iterate and Collaborate:

• Be open to feedback and suggestions from the project maintainers or other contributors.
• Make necessary revisions based on the feedback received.
  Collaborate with the community to improve the project further.

10. Celebrate Your Contribution:

• Once your PR is accepted and merged, celebrate your contribution to the open-source community!
• Share your experience and learning with others.