8th October 2023, Kathmandu
Every October, DigitalOcean hosts its annual Hacktoberfest event (Sagarmatha Hacktoberfest), a month-long celebration of open-source software and community collaboration.
This event encourages individuals, both coders and non-coders, to contribute to open-source projects, recognizing the vital role these projects play in modern technology infrastructure.
With a decade of history, Hacktoberfest has become a global phenomenon, uniting passionate individuals to give back to open-source initiatives.
Sagarmatha Hacktoberfest
Open source projects, often maintained by dedicated volunteers with limited resources, form the backbone of many tech products and services. Hacktoberfest serves as a platform for tech enthusiasts to show their appreciation, improve their skills, and engage with like-minded individuals who share a passion for open source.
Over the past ten years, thousands of participants have joined Hacktoberfest to support the projects they rely on, enhance their skills, and expand their network within the open-source community.
Sagarmatha Hacktoberfest: Nurturing Open Source Culture in Nepal
Sagarmatha Hacktoberfest emerged as a local initiative in Nepal, driven by a group of students and tech enthusiasts. Their mission: is to cultivate an open-source culture in the region.
The collective effort aims to introduce the principles of open source and educate participants on various aspects of contributing to open source projects. They champion the concept of “democratic and collective development” and seek to foster efficient learning and growth through open source.
Event Details: Sagarmatha Hacktoberfest 2023
This year, Sagarmatha Hacktoberfest continues its journey to popularize open-source culture with a three-day online event, scheduled from October 9th to October 11th, 2023. Participants can expect an enriching experience that covers fundamental aspects of open source, including:
An introduction to the concept of open source.
- Comprehensive training on open-source platforms like Git and GitHub.
- Interactive workshops on various facets of open-source projects.
- In-depth training on contributing to open-source projects.
This online event will take place over the course of three days, with each session lasting approximately 1-2 hours.
Sagarmatha Hacktoberfest 2023 promises to be an invaluable opportunity for individuals in Nepal and beyond to immerse themselves in the world of open source, acquire new skills, and contribute to the global open source community.