Event:Indic Wikimedia Hackathon Hyderabad 2026
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The Indic Wikimedia Hackathon Hyderabad 2026 is organised by the Indic MediaWiki Developers User Group (Indic-TechCom). The event will take place in Hyderabad from 26–28 June 2026, with 25 June designated as Day 0.
The hackathon is being organised in collaboration with Open Knowledge Initiatives (OKI), IIIT Hyderabad and Open Source Developers Group (OSDG).
Indic Wikimedia hackathons are collaborative spaces where developers, designers, content editors, and other contributors come together to build technical solutions that enhance the experience of contributors and users across Wikimedia projects.
The event is intended for:
- Technical contributors active in the Wikimedia technical ecosystem, including developers and maintainers (admins/interface admins)
- Content contributors with a strong understanding of technical challenges in Wikimedia projects such as Wikipedia, Wikisource, and Wiktionary
- Contributors from other FOSS communities or past Wikimedia participants interested in engaging with Wikimedia’s technical ecosystem
Task and program design
[edit]Building on learnings from previous hackathons, this edition adopts a more structured and collaborative approach.
Curated tasks will be shared in advance to help participants better align their interests and skills. These tasks are designed to collectively contribute to meaningful improvements in tools, workflows, and technical systems, helping move them toward more stable and usable versions.
Additionally, participants will be asked about their preferred areas of work during the application process. These preferences will be considered while assigning or shaping tasks.
Participants proposing their own ideas are encouraged to include:
- A clear problem statement
- A possible approach or solution
While perfection is not expected, clarity of thought and intent will strengthen the proposal.
Participants are encouraged to continue collaboration beyond the hackathon to ensure long-term impact and sustainability.
How to participate
[edit]Participation in the hackathon is primarily through scholarships.
- Interested participants must apply through the official application form
- A limited number of self-funded participation slots may be available
- All selected participants are expected to contribute actively during the event
Scholarships
[edit]Applications are invited from the following:
- Technical contributors
Applicants should meet at least one of the following criteria:
- Have attended IMDUG-led events or programs (2025 or 2024), or participated in previous Wikimedia hackathons or technical events
- Have contributed to the Wikimedia technical ecosystem (such as Toolforge tools, bots, MediaWiki development, etc.)
- Eligibility
- Applicants must currently be residing in India.
- International applicants are not eligible for scholarships.
For selected applicants, all participation-related expenses will be covered, including:
- Travel
- Accommodation
- Food
- Incidentals
Scholarship applications for the Indic Wikimedia Hackathon Hyderabad 2026 are now closed.
Project Onboarding Call
A project onboarding call with all participants of the event is scheduled for 14 June 2026. This will be followed by mentor-specific project calls to discuss project goals, expectations, and preparatory tasks before the in-person event.
Event schedule
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| Day 1 - 26 June 2026 | ||
| 09:00 AM | 09:30 AM | Social Engagement and onboarding, team seating |
| 09:30 AM | 10:15 AM | Welcome note, event overview, goals; Project Clarifications and Team Grouping |
| 10:15 AM | 10:30 AM | UCoC Policy – Manavpreet Kaur |
| 10:30 AM | 10:40 AM | Tea Break |
| 10:40 AM | 01:00 PM | Hacking Session I |
| 01:00 PM | 02:00 PM | Lunch Break |
| 02:00 PM | 06:00 PM | Hacking Session II |
| Day 2 - 27 June 2026 | ||
| 06:00 AM | 08:30 AM | Social Event |
| 10:30 AM | 11:30 AM | Brainstorming Session – Gopa Vasanth |
| 11:30 AM | 12:00 AM | Session by Open Knowledge Initiatives – India |
| 12:00 AM | 01:00 AM | Interactive session focused on bridging communication gaps between editors and developers |
| 01:00 PM | 02:00 PM | Lunch Break |
| 02:00 PM | 04:00 PM | Hacking Session III and conclude with a review |
| 04:00 PM | 06:00 PM | Refinement – Focus on Design, Data Privacy, and UI |
| 07:00 PM | 09:30 PM | WikiWomen Dinner |
| Day 3 - 28 June 2026 | ||
| 09:00 AM | 12:45 PM | Refinement – Focus on Documentation Improvements, Code Review, Testing, and Production Readiness |
| 12:45 PM | 01:00 PM | Group Photo |
| 01:00 PM | 02:00 PM | Lunch Break |
| 02:00 PM | 03:00 PM | Hacking – Focus on Wrap-up |
| 03:00 PM | 04:00 PM | Project Showcase & Feedback |
| 04:00 PM | 04:30 PM | Closing Ceremony |
| 04:30 PM | 05:00 PM | Tea and Conclusion |
Expected outcomes
[edit]The hackathon aims to achieve the following outcomes:
- Development and improvement of technical tools and workflows
- Bug fixes and feature enhancements across Wikimedia projects
- Strengthened collaboration between technical and content contributors
- Creation of sustainable projects that continue beyond the event
Post-event follow-up
[edit]Participants are encouraged to continue working on their projects after the event.
Follow-up activities may include:
- Regular check-ins or community calls
- Continued collaboration on selected tasks
- Support for deploying, maintaining, or scaling completed work
Communication channels
[edit]Participants will be onboarded to dedicated communication channels for coordination and updates.
These may include:
- Messaging platforms (such as Telegram or Discord)
- Mailing lists or discussion pages
- Event Etherpad for collaborative notes and coordination
Code of conduct
[edit]This event follows the Wikimedia Friendly Space Policy and the Universal Code of Conduct (UCoC).
All participants are expected to:
- Be respectful and inclusive
- Collaborate in a positive and constructive manner
- Contribute to a safe and welcoming environment for everyone
Event organisation
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Contact
[edit]For any questions, please reach out via the Meta-Wiki talk page or email at contact
indicmediawikidev
org.
Gallery
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Notes
[edit]This event is part of the broader efforts of the Indic MediaWiki Developers User Group to support and grow the Wikimedia technical community.