Arindam Majumder October is Almost Here—And So Are Some Epic Open Source Events!
From hackathons to contribution events, October is filled with opportunities to dive into open-source. And yes, I’m talking about the month of “Hacktober”
In this article, I’ll share 7 Open Source Events You can take part in this October or, I can say "Hacktober".
So, without delaying further, Let’s START! 🚀
Hacktoberfest
Hacktoberfest is a month-long event organized by Digital Ocean that encourages people to contribute to open source throughout October. With thousands of repositories participating, You have a lot of options to contribute based on your experience and preferred tech stack.
This is the event from which I started my open-source journey. It’s friendly, inclusive, and has an amazing community atmosphere.
How to participate:
Register on the Hacktoberfest website.
Find repositories with the “Hacktoberfest” label and start contributing.
Make four valid pull requests (PRs) before October 31st.
Prizes?
Get your PRs merged, and you’ll get a tree planted in your name.
Plus, bragging rights for supporting the open-source community!
A Few Things to Note:
Be sure to check if the repositories are opted into Hacktoberfest before contributing.
Only quality contributions will be counted—so no spammy PRs!
It’s a great event to kick off your open-source journey, and who knows, you might end up being a long-term contributor to some amazing projects.
DevFest AI
If you’re interested in AI, you should definitely take part in DevFest AI. It is a month-long Open Source event where you can create squads contribute to projects and get some awesome swags.
If you’re a machine learning enthusiast or an AI beginner, DevFest AI is a great opportunity to team up, contribute, and compete for rewards.
How to participate?
Register on DevFest using your GitHub account.
Create or join an existing squad, or get assigned to one randomly.
Contribute code to any AI-related repository, and collect points for your merged pull requests.
Prizes?
The top 100 contributors based on merged PRs will receive exclusive DevFest swag.
Extra swag giveaways will be held throughout the event.
Pro Tips:
Make sure to join a squad for more fun and collaboration.
Check out AI repos with beginner-friendly issues to get started quickly.
The rules are simple: the more you contribute, the more points you collect. Plus, who wouldn’t want to upskill themselves and get rewarded for it?
Taipy Hacktoberfest
This year, Taipy is spicing things up for Hacktoberfest with a range of issues on their GitHub repository. No matter your experience level, there's something for everyone.
Plus, they’re giving away some awesome swag based on the difficulty level of the issues you solve!
How to participate?
Go to the Taipy GitHub repository, explore the "Issues" tab go to the issues tab.
Filter the issues by the label "Hacktoberfest".
Choose an issue based on your skill level—easy, intermediate, or advanced.
Submit your PR, get it merged, and win your swag!
Prizes?
Easy tasks (100 points): Stickers + Bottle.
Intermediate tasks (200 points): Stickers + Scott Hoodie + Mousepad.
Advanced tasks (300 points): Stickers + Jack & Jones Hoodie + Bag.
BONUS: Give Taipy a star on GitHub for a chance to win extra swag in a random giveaway!
A Few Tips:
The issues are categorized by difficulty, so choose one that matches your skill level.
Keep track of your points to unlock more rewards!
This event is perfect for data enthusiasts who want to make meaningful contributions to AI. Ready to make an impact?
Appwrite Hackathon
Appwrite is hosting a Special Hacktoberfest-themed hackathon this October to encourage developers to build some brand-new projects from scratch. Whether it’s a web app, mobile app, game, or an innovative tool, this hackathon is all about fresh ideas
How to participate:
Register With your Github Account.
Work solo or team up with up to 4 people.
Submit a brand-new project to their Github Repo by October 31st.
Focus on creativity and innovation—Appwrite loves out-of-the-box thinking.
Prizes?
The top project will win "The Appwriter" exclusive award for the best overall submission.
2nd and 3rd-place teams will score the coveted Appwrite Swag Kit.
Tips to Win:
Make sure your project stands out with a unique twist—innovation is key!
Don't be afraid to experiment and try something new.
Authtoberfest by Auth0
Authtoberfest by Auth0 brings a security and identity-focused twist to Hacktoberfest. Whether you’re new or experienced in open-source, this event is all about giving back while getting rewarded.
Auth0 celebrates the power of community-driven development, making this a great event for developers at all levels.
How to participate:
Sign up for Hacktoberfest on the main site.
Contribute to Auth0’s open-source repositories, focusing on identity and security projects.
Submit proof of your contributions to authtoberfest@auth0.com.
Prizes?
Two merged PRs get you an exclusive Authtoberfest T-shirt.
Be quick! Only the first 100 valid submissions will win swag.
Important Rules:
Send confirmation emails of your merged PRs to Authtoberfest to claim your rewards.
Submissions are open until November 30th, but swag is limited—so don’t wait!
This is your chance to enhance your security expertise while contributing to important projects. Ready to participate?
Instill AI's Hacktoberfest
Instill AI is all about pushing boundaries in AI, and they want you to help them do just that this Hacktoberfest. By contributing to their repositories, you’ll not only level up your AI skills but also get rewarded for your efforts with some exciting swag and prizes.
How to participate:
Visit Instill AI’s GitHub and look for issues labeled with "Hacktoberfest."
Contribute by fixing components or building innovative applications with Instill Cloud/Core.
Write a comprehensive Cookbook about your project and get that merged.
Submit your work using the Hacktoberfest Contribution Form.
Prizes?
Contribute to accepted issues to earn Instill Swag Packages, including stickers, apparel, and more.
The top 5 contributors with the highest points will receive a $50 Amazon gift card.
Extra Opportunities:
Participate in "Cookbook Creation" challenges and other tasks for even more rewards.
Don’t miss out on the chance to be featured socially for your contributions!
Ready to make your mark?
Join Instill AI's Hacktoberfest
Hyperswitch Hacktoberfest
Last but not least, Hyperswitch is joining Hacktoberfest, and they’re all about building a payment infrastructure. With billions of transactions happening globally, your contributions will help make a real-world impact on the financial ecosystem.
Hyperswitch focuses on creating a robust, global payment infrastructure, and Hacktoberfest is the perfect time to contribute to this growing ecosystem.
How to participate:
Check out Hyperswitch’s GitHub repositories and find issues tagged with "Hacktoberfest."
Comment on an issue to get it assigned to you, then start working on it.
Submit your PR, and once merged, you’ll start earning Hyperswitch swag!
Prizes?
One PR merged = exclusive Hyperswitch swag.
Three PRs merged = special Hyperswitch swag kit.
Key Pointers:
Stay active—if you don’t show progress within 3-4 days, your issue might be reassigned.
Reach out to maintainers if you need help—they’re there to guide you!
Overall, It’s an awesome opportunity to contribute to a payment system used globally and get some cool swags along the way.
Join Hyperswitch Hacktoberfest
What’s Next?
I’ve tried to cover 7 amazing open-source events you can join this October!
Now it’s time to get started. Pick an event, dive in, and let’s make this Hacktober one to remember! 🎉
If you are a complete beginner and don’t know where to start, you can check my article for complete beginners:
Which event are you most excited about?
I’d love to hear what you’re planning to dive into—drop a comment below and let me know!👇
For Collaboration, Mail me at arindammajumder2020@gmail.com
Thank you : )
