About Us
The fast evolving face of technology today sets higher demands for the massive crowd pleasing field "OPEN SOURCE".
- STUDENT CODE-IN is founded with a vision to promote all-round information to those keen students who are here in the globe finding a way for their obstacle.
- At STUDENT CODE-IN we have strived to a system that supports and encourages you with varied quality of experiences offered by expert mentors.
- It is our firm belief that as a part of STUDENT CODE-IN you will get an array of opportunities to develop your skills in numerous ways.
- We assure you that this platform gives you a touch of redefined excellence, vision, and wings to your dreams of being a developer.
Call To Code
Students and mentors with interest to avail this opportunity,to give a step up to their talent can apply at STUDENT CODE-IN.
REGISTRATION
Registrations are closed for SCI-2020 program.
PARTICIPANT APPLICATION
We know applying for a new project requires a leap of faith in yourself. If you have basic GIT knowledge or are beginners or even veteran developers, We want you to feel comfortable and excited to apply at Student code-in.
ApplyPROJECT SUBMISSION
Open source organizations that would like to participate as a mentor organization in this year’s program can apply.
Apply
MENTOR APPLICATION
Being a mentor is surely not an easy task but, are you passionate about helping students grow to their full potential in the field of open source. If you want to change someone's life trajectory from today. So be a mentor with us!!
ApplyHOW DOES IT WORK?
Student Code-in is a 8 weeks long open source project. In this,all the registered participants would get an exquisite opportunity to interact with the mentors and the Organizing Team .
STUDENTS
Students with interest to avail of this opportunity, to give a step up to their talent need to apply at student-code-in and select the project on which they need to make headway. According to their motive, they will be assigned a mentor who will give their utmost devotion and dedication.
PROJECTS
Buckle yourself up cause you are getting a boon to working on a variety of
extremely challenging and concept building project with us here at Student code-in.
The projects are
build considering the vast field of open source.
MENTORS
The mentors of this initiative are oceans of excellence in their specialized fields with their expertise commitment and sense of worth you will definitely have a technocloak around yourself. So be assured you are fortunate enough to have such guides.
WHY SCI?
We have highly skilled mentors and a devoting support system with excellent technical knowledge and experience in making you aware of the latest tricks and techniques required for your project.
We invest continuously in training to be able to respond to any new technology challenges and demands from the students
We offer a strong sense of spirit to all those who come to the door of Student code-in. There are a host of projects that will develop heights of confidence within you in the field of “OPEN SOURCE”.
ELIGIBILITY
Irrespective of any discrimination on the grounds of gender and pre-requisite knowledge about open source. We welcome every individual that walks to the corridor of Student Code-in.
All the students who want to explore their talent can apply here for an experience that will create a
benchmark for the whole of your life.
Besides that we will be grateful to do our part for building your
future in an accomplished way.
TIMELINE
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Project Announced
Selected projects announced on website.
12 June,2020Project Submission
Begins
11:59 pm 15 May,2020Participant/Mentor Registration
Begins
11:59 pm 20 May,2020Project Submission
Ends
11:59 pm 31 May,2020Participant/Mentor Registration
Ends
11:59 pm 9 June,2020Project Announced
Selected projects announced on website.
12 June,2020Acceptance Mails
Sent to the selected participants and mentors
Till 14 June,2020Community Bonding
Period
14 - 17 June,2020SCI
Begins
18 June,2020SCI
Ends
18 August,2020Results Out
Declartion of results
1 September,2020Steps To Begin
Step 1:
Apply:
Interested students fill the application form with relevant details.Step 2:
Code:
Accepted students choose their projects and spend the coding period with guidance from a mentor.Step 3:
Share:
Submit the code by committing, and yes you are done!!.Frequently Asked Questions
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Will a beginner, with absolutely no knowledge of
github, gain anything fruitful?
Yeah, definitely! SCI is meant to assist the beginners grow in the field of development. We'll have distinct projects appropriate both for beginners as well as the accolades and thereby we’ll make sure that each and every participant gets to learn something new from the projects he or she is contributing for.
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Is there any registration fee?
No, there is no registration fees for participation. It is absolutely free of cost.
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What will be prizes and reward?
All the participants with successful participation will be rewarded with some cool swags and perks.
All participants with at least one PR merged will receive digital certificates. -
How will we receive the prizes and certificate?
We’ll be providing all the participants with the digital certificate.T-shirt and swags to all the concerned students will be sent to their address within 1-2 month.We’ll ask for the address details via an email after the conclusion of the event.
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By what time will the result be out?
The results will be declared by 1 September 2020 right after the conclusion of the event.
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What minimum conditions should the project satisfy?
There are no such conditions that the projects need to satisfy. The mentors can propose the idea in any field that they specifically expertise in.
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From where do we need to start being a beginner as
of now so as contribute properly in the projects?
We’ll be providing you with the links on our official website to start with Github and various other development to make sure that everyone is able to aptly contribute for the projects.
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What is the criterion for selection as a
participant?
This program is for beginners to get started with open source. The only criterion for selection are your dedication and enthusiasm to contribute to open source.
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What is Open Source Software(OSS)?
Open Source Software is a computer software whose source code is made publicly available for modification and enhancements. It is released under various licenses like BSD, MIT etc.
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How do I get started?
First and foremost, you must choose a programming language of your choice. Once you are done with selecting a programming language, search for a project that is interesting to you.
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Why contribute to open source project?
There are a lot of enthusiasts who simply believe that code should be open. They're idealists who want to make the world a better place, and it drives them to contribute code. The desire to share can be a powerful motivator.
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How to find the right project?
Shortlist
Ask questions
Evaluate your options
From Project Idea to Project Plan
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Any age limit for participation?
No, there is no age limit for participation in SCI. It is open for all.
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Is it possible for someone to be a mentor as well
as a participant?
No one can only participate as a mentor or participant, but not both.
