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GCU University, Kithaganur...
India
Start and end time10:00, 27 February 2026 – 14:00, 27 February 2026
Timezone: Asia/Kolkata
Number of participants20 participants
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GCU University Bangalore Campus
Open-Source session @ GCU Bangalore
GCU University, Bangalore • February 27, 2026

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About the Event

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A beginner-friendly speaker session introducing students to Free and Open Source Software (FOSS). This talk will cover the fundamentals of open source, its growing importance in the AI era, and practical pathways for students to begin their contribution journey.

This comprehensive session is designed to introduce aspiring technologists to the principles of open-source development. Attendees will learn how to navigate global developer communities, understand version control systems, and explore the architecture that powers large-scale, real-world software.

Participants will learn:

  • Why open source matters in modern technology
  • How FOSS communities operate and collaborate
  • Contribution pathways for developers and non-developers
  • The intersection of open source and artificial intelligence
  • Next steps to start your open source journey

Core Objectives & Takeaways

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  • 🌐 Foundations of Open-Source: Understand the collaborative models of open-source development and the professional standards for contributing to global projects.
  • ⚙️ Technical Architecture: Gain high-level exposure to the platforms driving global open-source projects, including issue trackers and code review platforms like Phabricator and Gerrit.
  • 🚀 Contribution Pathways: Learn the standardized protocols for identifying beginner-friendly technical issues and submitting high-quality code patches.
  • 🤝 Professional Networking: Engage with experienced open-source maintainers, mentors, and developers.

Event Information

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  • 📅 Date: 27 February 2026
  • ⏰ Time: 10:00 AM IST
  • 📍 Venue: GCU University, Bangalore
  • 🎯 Eligibility: 2nd and 3rd-year students

Agenda

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Time Session Speaker / Facilitator
10:00 - 10:10 Welcome & Overview WikiClub Tech
10:10 - 10:50 Open Source & Career Opportunities Gopa Vasanth
10:50 - 11:25 Wikimedia Open Source & MediaWiki Dev Ankit Kumar Verma
11:35 - 12:15 Wiki Contributions Beyond Technology Nivas
12:15 - 12:35 Interactive Discussion & Networking All Speakers
12:35 - 12:40 Closing Remarks WikiClub Tech

Organizers

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Open Source Session at GCU

Open Source Session at GCU

  • Ankit Kumar Verma at GCU
    Ankit Kumar Verma at GCU
  • Vasanth Gopa at GCU
    Vasanth Gopa at GCU
  • Attendees at Introduction to Open-Source at GCU
    Attendees at Introduction to Open-Source at GCU
  • Wiki 25 Birthday celebration at GCU Bangalore
    Wiki 25 Birthday celebration at GCU Bangalore
  • Cake Cutting ceremony at GCU Bangalore
    Cake Cutting ceremony at GCU Bangalore
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