My Journey into Open Source: An Internship Experience at Tublian.
By Wachiou BOURAIMA
Table of contents
Introduction
The Beginning of the Adventure
Week 1: Fundamentals
Week 2: Discovery
Week 3: The Role of the Maintainer
Week 4: Making It Happen
Lessons learned
The Role of My Mentors
A Committed Community
Fruitful Collaboration
The Future
Conclusion
Introduction
The world of technology is constantly evolving, and to succeed as a software developer, you need to stand out from the crowd. My 30-day internship at Tublian was an exceptional opportunity to not only stand out but also to explore the depths of Open Source. In this article, I share my inspiring journey and the lessons I learned from working with dedicated mentors, and talented colleagues and contributing to open source projects.
The Beginning of the Adventure
My journey with Tublian began on October 1, 2023. The first week was relatively smooth, as I was already familiar with Git and GitHub. However, it was only the beginning of an adventure that would change my perspective on technology.
Week 1: The fundamentals
During the first week, I had the opportunity to explore the basics of Open Source, understand why it's so important to the software industry, and learn how beginners like me could contribute. I also consolidated my knowledge of Git and GitHub, essential tools for any developer.
Week 2: Discovery
The second week was a little more demanding, as I had to learn how to contribute to large open source projects. I explored the structure of these projects and their communities. Tublian's Copilot AI tool was a valuable asset, simplifying contributions by deconstructing issues and connecting like-minded contributors.
Week 3: The Role of the Maintainer
The third week enabled me to understand the role of maintainers in Open Source and the challenges they face in maintaining these projects. I also learned how to interact with maintainers and ask pertinent questions, thus contributing to the success of the projects.
Week 4: Making it happen
The last week was more demanding than expected due to contributions to larger projects. Despite the longer merger deadlines, I managed to achieve my objectives. I'm particularly proud to have succeeded in the Hacktoberfest 2023 challenge, submitting four Pull Requests and having a tree planted in Tanzania in my name.
Lessons learned
During this internship, I learned some valuable lessons. I discovered my passion for working on open source projects and collaborating with people from different backgrounds. I learned to help others, to ask for help when I needed it, and to communicate with project maintainers and the community. This experience was transformative and opened up new perspectives on my career as a developer.
The Role of My Mentor
I would like to warmly thank my mentor, Serge Koudoro, who has been a source of inspiration throughout this internship. His guidance, expertise and commitment have enabled me to grow as a developer. I'd also like to salute Nilanjan Raychaudhuri, the founder of Tublian, who made it all possible.
A Committed Community
I couldn't have succeeded without the support of the Tublian community, led by the dynamic Ngwube Precious, the Community Manager. My warmest thanks to all Tublian staff for this unforgettable experience.
Fruitful collaboration
During this internship, I had the privilege of contributing to some remarkable projects, including WebCrumbs, BioDrop, First-Contributions, Welcome-to-Open-Source, and submitting Pull Requests to projects such as Dipy and BeforeIDieAchievements. It reinforced my passion for Open Source.
The future
My journey doesn't end here. I'm currently immersed in the Gapps project, initiated by my mentor. I continue to learn, grow and contribute to the open source community. My experience at Tublian was the starting point for my adventure in the world of Open Source.
Conclusion
My internship at Tublian has been a transformative adventure, opening doors to open source and providing invaluable learning opportunities. I discovered my passion for collaboration, helping others, and contributing to open source projects.
If you're a technology enthusiast, budding developer or seasoned expert, I encourage you to consider joining the Tublian community. You'll find a great learning environment, a network of talented colleagues and a unique opportunity to make a real difference in the world of technology.
Tublian's founder, Nilanjan Raychaudhuri, and his dedicated team, as well as Community Manager, Ngwube Precious, are here to guide you on your journey.
My internship experience was a first step in my open source adventure, and I'm convinced you can have an equally rewarding experience. Join Tublian and help shape the future of technology. Your passion and expertise are welcome, and together we can achieve great things.
Please visit the Tublian website to find out more about the opportunities offered by this dynamic community.