Hacktoberfest
Hacktoberfest is a month-long celebration of open-source software, organized to encourage developers and contributors of all skill levels to participate in the open-source ecosystem. Participants are incentivized to submit pull requests to public repositories, fostering collaboration between project maintainers and the community. The event aims to highlight the importance of open-source sustainability and provides a platform for newcomers to make their first contributions.
Checked on Oct 19, 2026.
Alternative resources
Up For Grabs
A curated directory of open source projects featuring beginner-friendly tasks for new contributors to get started.
First Timers Only
A resource hub and initiative helping new developers make their first open source contributions through curated issues and guidance.
CodinGame
A platform for improving programming skills through interactive coding games, puzzles, and competitive challenges in over 25 languages.