How to Apply & Contribute
Follow our step-by-step roadmap to get involved with AOSSIE open-source projects and prepare a competitive GSoC proposal.
Join us on Discord
Join the AOSSIE community on Discord and connect with developers, mentors, and maintainers. Our Discord server is the central hub to ask questions, share project ideas, and get support throughout the Google Summer of Code application process.
Start Contributing (Make Your First PR)
Explore AOSSIE GitHub repositories and pick beginner-friendly or good-first-issues. Submitting code or documentation pull requests showcases your technical understanding and willingness to collaborate with project maintainers.
Write a Draft Proposal
Select a project idea from our GSoC Ideas List or propose your own innovative feature. Expand the idea into a detailed proposal detailing your technical approach, implementation architecture, timeline milestones, and deliverables.
Discuss with Mentors & Refine
Share your proposal draft with our dedicated mentors on Discord or GitHub. Experienced mentors will review your implementation timeline, provide architectural feedback, and help you refine your application to maximize your selection chances.
Submit Final Application
Submit your finalized PDF application to the official Google Summer of Code portal before the deadline. Double-check all required deliverables, milestone breakdowns, and contact information. Good luck!