WikiClub Tech/WikiClub Tech SHUATS/Road to wiki program SHUATS

Title	Road To Wiki Tech Program [SHUATS]
Dates	26-Sep 2025
Time	10:00 AM - 01:00 PM (IST)
Location	Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology and Sciences (SHUATS), Prayagraj
Organized by	Wikiclub_Tech, IIITH-OKI
Official Meta Page	WikiClub_Tech_SHUATS
Contact	wikitech@indicwiki.org
Status	Done

Details

WikiClub Tech is a collaborative platform aimed at empowering students to contribute to the Wikimedia ecosystem through technology. Our goal is to bridge the gap between academia and industry by providing students with the opportunity to gain practical experience, enhance their skills, and make a meaningful impact in the world of technology.

The Road to Wiki initiative has seen remarkable participation from students across various universities, marking a significant milestone in building the next generation of open-source contributors. From kick-off calls to hands-on assignments, this program has successfully bridged the gap between aspiring developers and the powerful ecosystem of Wiki technologies.

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Program Schedule

Welcome and Introduction

• Opening remarks by the event host
• Introduction to the WikiClub Tech and its mission

Keynote Sessions

• "Empowering Students Through Open-Source Contributions"
  • Technology in Wikimedia Foundation
  • Gerrit, Phabricator, MediaWiki, and other open-source technologies

Interactive Discussion

• Session on Wikipedia and its technology
• Introduction to MediaWiki and ORES
• Using Phabricator and Gerrit for task management and code review

Networking and Collaboration

• Open discussion and Q&A session
• Opportunities to connect with fellow students and open-source enthusiasts

Call to Action: Road to Wiki Program

• Introduction to the "Road to Wiki" program, a 5–6 month journey aimed at selecting and nurturing students to contribute to the Wikimedia ecosystem
• Details on participation and the benefits of the program, including potential resources, stipends, and scholarships for significant contributions
• Encourage interested students to register for the program by filling out the form: Register here

Speakers

• Ankit Kumar Verma – Project Coordinator for Wiki at IIIT Hyderabad
• Agamya Samuel – Full Stack Developer STPI Allahabad, Open Source Mentor
• Aditya Kumar – Open Source Contributor, CTO @EnglishLearners

Summary

Road to Wiki Kick-off Call SHUATS

Inauguration of WikiClub Tech SHUATS

Venue: Prayagraj

Gallery

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  Road to Wiki Kick Off Call SHUATS Attendees
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  Agamya Samuel talks on Open Source
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  Ankit Kumar Verma talks on Open Source
• 
  Aditya Kumar talks on Open Source
• 
  Ebenezer Rao Core Team Design Lead
• 
  Harsh Kushwaha Core Team Management Lead
• 
  Sakshi Rai Core Team Social Media Lead
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  Our amazing Registration Team ensuring a smooth start for all participants!
• 
  Faith Issacs Hosting the event
• 
  Aparna Singh Hosting the event
• 
  Aparna Singh and Arpan Joel Hosting the event
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  Wrapping up the event with some insights by the speakers
• 
  The Core Team

Contact

For any questions, please reach out to us on our Meta-Wiki talk page or via email at wikitechindicwiki.org