🎯 Find Your Why

Before diving into open source, ask yourself why you want to contribute. Is it to learn new skills, build your portfolio, connect with the community, or give back? Defining your motivation will keep you focused.

Set a clear goal before starting—write it down on paper or add it to your vision board. A well-defined purpose will help you stay consistent and make meaningful contributions. 🚀

🚀 Upskill Yourself: Learn, Experiment & Build

• Use YouTube, roadmaps, or courses to learn—but ensure they are from industry experts. Always verify their credentials on social media or professional networks.
• Get hands-on! Don’t just consume content—experiment, make mistakes, and debug to truly understand concepts.
• Build something! Start small—a button, a card component, or a simple to-do app. Practical projects accelerate learning. 🚀 ###🔍 Finding the Right Open Source Project

🚀 How to find A good Project

🛠️ Approach 1: Pick an Organization First

• Choose an open-source organization you admire.
• Learn the tech stack they use before contributing.

🎯 Approach 2: Learn First, Then Find Projects

• Learn a tech stack first.
• Find organizations that use it and contribute. (Best for beginners!)

🌍 Explore Beyond GitHub!

• Join communities, hackathons, and open-source events.
• Follow social media, live streams, and developer networks to discover trending projects.

📌 Pro Tip: Once you gain experience, combine both approaches to maximize your Learning! 🚀

🎯 Ready to make your mark in open source?

🛠️ Step 1: Use the Project First

• Explore its features, read the documentation, and get familiar with the folder structure.
• The more you use it, the better you'll understand how it works!

🔍 Step 2: Dive into the Codebase

• Learn how test cases run and how different components interact.
• Debugging and experimenting will speed up your learning!

📖 Step 3: Choose Well-Documented Projects

• Good documentation = easier contributions.
• Find projects where maintainers actively guide contributors.

✍️ Step 4: Share What You Learn

• Write blogs about your contributions—it helps others and builds your credibility.
• Documenting your journey = stronger personal brand!

🤝 Step 5: Engage with the Community

• Join Discord, Slack, or GitHub discussions.
• Ask questions, suggest ideas, and connect with maintainers.
• Open source is not just about code—it’s about collaboration! 🚀

🔥 Pro Tip: Start small, stay consistent, and enjoy the learning process. Your first PR is just the beginning!