Kaushik TripathiOctober is almost here, and it’s time for every developer's favorite season—Hacktoberfest! Whether you’re just starting with open source or a seasoned contributor, there’s a wave of exciting events coming your way. And the best part? You can level up your skills while earning cool swag!
In this blog, I’ll introduce you to 7 must-attend open-source events you can participate in during Hacktoberfest, and yes, you’ll also get a chance to win some awesome prizes. Ready? Let’s dive in! 🚀
1️⃣ Hacktoberfest by DigitalOcean
🎯 The Event: The original Hacktoberfest event by DigitalOcean is back with its classic formula—four pull requests (PRs), tons of repositories, and an amazing community.
🔗 How to Participate:
- Register on the Hacktoberfest website.
- Choose repositories with the Hacktoberfest label and start contributing!
- Make four valid PRs before October 31st.
🎁 Swag: Plant a tree in your name or opt for the coveted Hacktoberfest T-shirt. It’s a win-win for both you and the planet!
⚡ Pro Tip: Make sure the repository is opted into Hacktoberfest, and avoid spammy PRs—quality counts!
2️⃣ DevFest AI: Build with AI
🤖 The Event: If you’re fascinated by AI, then DevFest AI is your playground. It’s a month-long event where squads compete, contribute to AI projects, and of course, win swags.
🔗 How to Participate:
- Register on the DevFest AI website.
- Join or create an AI squad and contribute to AI-focused repositories.
- Accumulate points for each merged PR.
🎁 Swag: Exclusive DevFest swag for top contributors and fun giveaways throughout the event.
🚀 Pro Tip: Team up with others for a collaborative and rewarding experience!
3️⃣ Taipy Hacktoberfest
📊 The Event: Taipy, known for simplifying AI workflows, brings a unique twist this Hacktoberfest with tiered challenges. Whether you’re a beginner or advanced coder, Taipy has tasks for every level!
🔗 How to Participate:
- Head to the Taipy GitHub repository.
- Filter issues with the Hacktoberfest label, choose based on difficulty, and start contributing.
🎁 Swag:
- Easy tasks: Stickers + Bottle.
- Intermediate tasks: Stickers + Hoodie + Mousepad.
- Advanced tasks: Stickers + Jack & Jones Hoodie + Bag.
🏅 Pro Tip: Give Taipy’s repo a star for a bonus swag giveaway!
4️⃣ Appwrite Hackathon
💡 The Event: If you love building from scratch, then the Appwrite Hackathon is perfect for you. This special event encourages developers to create brand-new apps and projects using Appwrite.
🔗 How to Participate:
- Register with your GitHub account.
- Work solo or in a team of up to 4.
- Submit your project by October 31st.
- AppWrite Repo for contributions
🎁 Swag:
- Best overall submission wins the prestigious "The Appwriter" award.
- Top teams will earn exclusive Appwrite swag kits.
⚡ Pro Tip: Focus on creativity—Appwrite loves out-of-the-box ideas!
5️⃣ Authtoberfest by Auth0
🔐 The Event: Bringing a security twist to Hacktoberfest, Authtoberfest by Auth0 focuses on identity and security in open-source projects. Contribute, get rewarded, and level up your security game!
🔗 How to Participate:
- Sign up on the Hacktoberfest site and contribute to Auth0 repositories.
- Submit your PRs and email them to authtoberfest@auth0.com for validation.
🎁 Swag:
- 2 merged PRs = Exclusive Authtoberfest T-shirt.
- Limited to the first 100 contributors!
🔑 Pro Tip: Be quick—swag is limited, so the faster you submit, the better your chances.
6️⃣ Instill AI Hacktoberfest
🤖 The Event: If you’re into pushing the boundaries of AI, Instill AI offers an amazing chance to dive deep into AI workflows. Contribute to their repos and get rewarded with some epic prizes!
🔗 How to Participate:
- Contribute to Instill AI's GitHub repos.
- Fix components or build applications using Instill Cloud/Core.
- Write and merge a Cookbook detailing your project.
- Submit your work using Hacktoberfest Contribution Form
🎁 Swag:
- Stickers, apparel, and even $50 Amazon gift cards for top contributors.
💡 Pro Tip: Engage in "Cookbook Creation" for extra points and social recognition!
7️⃣ Hyperswitch Hacktoberfest
💳 The Event: Hyperswitch is building the future of global payments. By contributing to their infrastructure, you’ll be making an impact in the real world—while grabbing some exclusive swag!
🔗 How to Participate:
- Check out Hyperswitch’s GitHub repositories.
- Comment on an issue to get assigned, and start contributing!
🎁 Swag:
- 1 PR = Hyperswitch swag.
- 3 PRs = Special Swag Kit.
💡 Pro Tip: Stay active on your tasks to avoid losing the assignment, and reach out to maintainers for support.
What’s Next?
Now that you’ve got the scoop on the best events, it’s time to choose your favorites, roll up your sleeves, and start contributing! This October, make your Hacktoberfest journey one to remember, and don’t forget to grab that swag! 🎉
Happy Coding and Contributing!
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