From a404d1c571ffef82437304b7c936293a1aeed2e2 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: kapish9741 Date: Tue, 28 Oct 2025 23:06:25 +0530 Subject: [PATCH 1/7] added my story --- stories/kapish9741.md | 19 +++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 19 insertions(+) create mode 100644 stories/kapish9741.md diff --git a/stories/kapish9741.md b/stories/kapish9741.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..905d1c5 --- /dev/null +++ b/stories/kapish9741.md @@ -0,0 +1,19 @@ +# 🌍 My Open Source Journey 🚀 + +👤 **Name:** Abhishek Kumar Patel +📅 **First Contribution:** Taking my very first step into open source +🛠️ **Tech Stack:** Next.js, React, Node.js, Express.js + + +### 🌟 My Experience + +I began my web development journey in **August 2024**, driven by curiosity and the excitement of turning ideas into reality. One of my earliest projects was a **college dating website**, where I learned how to design intuitive user experiences, manage backend logic, and write clean, maintainable code. + +Through this project, I gained hands-on experience with **Next.js, React, Node.js, and Express.js**, and learned to think from both the developer’s and the user’s perspectives. More importantly, I discovered the true value of collaboration, feedback, and community support. + +Now, as I take my **first step into open source**, I’m filled with excitement and curiosity. For me, open source isn’t just about writing code — it’s about **learning, sharing, and contributing** to something bigger than myself. This marks the beginning of a journey I’m eager to grow with. + + +### 💡 Advice for Beginners + +Don’t wait for the “perfect moment” to start — it rarely comes. Begin with what you know, stay consistent, and keep learning as you go. Mistakes aren’t setbacks; they’re proof that you’re moving forward and improving with every step. \ No newline at end of file From 049270365d1436c43942d32c8faa5db07e0ad107 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: esachdev28 Date: Wed, 29 Oct 2025 21:09:33 +0530 Subject: [PATCH 2/7] Add: Ekta Sachdev Open Source Journey story --- stories/ekta-sachdev.md | 15 +++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 15 insertions(+) create mode 100644 stories/ekta-sachdev.md diff --git a/stories/ekta-sachdev.md b/stories/ekta-sachdev.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..69fd079 --- /dev/null +++ b/stories/ekta-sachdev.md @@ -0,0 +1,15 @@ +# My Open Source Journey ✨ + +**👤 Name:** Ekta Sachdev +**📅 First Contribution:** October 2025 +**🔧 Tools/Tech Used:** Python, HTML, CSS, Git, GitHub +**🌟 My Experience:** +Participating in Hacktoberfest 2025 has been an amazing experience! +I started as a beginner, learning how to fork repositories, create branches, and submit my first pull request. +Through this event, I discovered the value of collaboration and how open-source communities support each other. +Each PR helped me gain confidence in coding, documentation, and version control. +It’s been inspiring to see contributors from around the world share their knowledge and experiences. + +**📌 Advice for Beginners:** +Don’t be afraid to start small — every meaningful contribution counts! +Ask questions, learn Git step by step, and most importantly, enjoy the process. 💪 From f6aa7aeecc1e30c7b85b0e19fa6268be7fa575f9 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: amitihere Date: Wed, 29 Oct 2025 22:57:48 +0530 Subject: [PATCH 3/7] Added my story --- stories/aneesh..md | 19 +++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 19 insertions(+) create mode 100644 stories/aneesh..md diff --git a/stories/aneesh..md b/stories/aneesh..md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..21ba9a1 --- /dev/null +++ b/stories/aneesh..md @@ -0,0 +1,19 @@ +# My Open Source Journey ✨ + +👤 **Name:** Amiti Aneesh +📅 **First Contribution:** October 2025 (Hacktoberfest 2025) +🔧 **Tools/Tech Used:** HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, Node.js, Express, MySQL, Prisma ORM, Git, GitHub + +--- + +🌟 **My Experience:** +I began my open-source journey during **Hacktoberfest 2025**, and it was an amazing learning experience. This was my **first-ever pull request**, and honestly, I was both excited and nervous. I used to think that contributing to open source meant solving big, complex issues — but soon I realized that even the smallest improvements matter. + +From exploring repositories and reading contribution guidelines to forking, branching, and creating my first PR — every step taught me something new. I learned how real-world collaboration happens, how to communicate effectively through issues, and how even small code changes make a big difference. + +Though it was my first contribution, the process gave me a huge confidence boost and motivated me to keep exploring open source. I now understand that open source is not just about coding — it’s about **community, learning, and growth**. + +--- + +📌 **Advice for Beginners:** +Don’t wait for the “right time” — your first PR can be the start of something great. Contribute in any way you can: fix small bugs, update documentation, or improve a UI. Every contribution counts, and each one helps you grow as a developer 🚀 From cb31614dd8cb7283f3f0d2c0f6784ca061251715 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: SHARMA1525 Date: Wed, 29 Oct 2025 23:08:21 +0530 Subject: [PATCH 4/7] Added my story --- stories/sharma.md | 15 +++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 15 insertions(+) create mode 100644 stories/sharma.md diff --git a/stories/sharma.md b/stories/sharma.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..9d2c31e --- /dev/null +++ b/stories/sharma.md @@ -0,0 +1,15 @@ +# My Open Source Journey ✨ + +👤 **Name:** R Sai Praneeth Sharma +📅 **First Contribution:** Hacktoberfest 2025 +🔧 **Tools/Tech Used:** HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, Node.js, Express.js, Prisma ORM, MySQL, Git & GitHub + +🌟 **My Experience:** +I began my open-source journey during **Hacktoberfest 2025**. At first, I was unsure about contributing — I thought open source was only for experienced developers who could tackle big issues. But I soon realized that **every contribution matters**, no matter how small — fixing a typo, improving documentation, or solving minor bugs can make a difference. + +My first pull requests didn’t get merged, but instead of getting discouraged, I learned from every rejection. I explored forking repositories, cloning projects, creating branches, making commits, and raising pull requests the right way. Each step boosted my confidence and sharpened my technical skills. + +Today, I’ve successfully contributed to several web development repositories — improving UI, fixing bugs, and adding new features. This journey taught me the real value of **collaboration, persistence, and community** in open source. + +📌 **Advice for Beginners:** +Don’t wait to be an expert — start contributing now! Small contributions matter. Stay consistent, keep learning, and enjoy the journey 🚀 From 122db83d385b4a413ffd223cd11af1bfda87d783 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: bitflicker64 Date: Thu, 30 Oct 2025 13:48:26 +0530 Subject: [PATCH 5/7] Create bitflicker.md to share tech journey Added a personal tech journey narrative detailing experiences and aspirations. --- stories/bitflicker.md | 34 ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 34 insertions(+) create mode 100644 stories/bitflicker.md diff --git a/stories/bitflicker.md b/stories/bitflicker.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..0677e65 --- /dev/null +++ b/stories/bitflicker.md @@ -0,0 +1,34 @@ +# 🌱 My Tech Journey — Himanshu Verma + +Hey everyone! I’m Himanshu Verma, a Computer Science student at Newton School of Technology. +My journey into tech started long before college — back when I was still in school, curious about how things really worked behind the screen. + +--- + +## 🧩 How It All Started +It began with simple curiosity: taking apart computers, exploring file systems, and messing with random software just to see what would happen. +That curiosity slowly turned into learning — from writing basic Java programs to experimenting with Linux distributions. I’ve tested everything from **Mint** and **Zorin** to **Arch Linux**, learning how systems actually function under the hood. + +I even built my own **Java-based shell** that handles commands like `echo`, `exit`, and `type`, and learned how PATH resolution works. That project really sparked my love for backend logic and problem-solving. + +--- + +## 🧠 Learning & Growth +Along the way, I got interested in **ethical hacking** and **penetration testing**, trying to understand not just how to build things — but how to break and secure them. + +I’ve also explored **open source** projects and tools, created an **npm package** to help others easily add consistent headers and footers to their web projects, and participated in events like **Hacktoberfest**, where I learned the value of contributing to a community. + +--- + +## ⚙️ Where I’m Headed +Right now, I’m focusing on improving my DSA, mastering Java fundamentals, and strengthening my problem-solving skills. I’m also learning how to balance tech with consistency, discipline, and creativity — especially after going through phases where I lost motivation. + +But if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that passion can fade — and still be rebuilt stronger than before. +I’m not just coding for grades anymore; I’m coding to understand, to grow, and to make something meaningful that my parents can be proud of. + +--- + +### 💬 Final Note +If you’re reading this and you’ve ever felt stuck or lost in your tech journey — don’t quit. Take breaks, explore, rebuild. +Because sometimes, losing your spark is the first step toward finding your fire again. + From 28644476296984fa9a3c848882cd3a187c2d28f2 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: bitflicker64 Date: Thu, 30 Oct 2025 13:53:03 +0530 Subject: [PATCH 6/7] Rename bitflicker.md to bitflicker64.md --- stories/{bitflicker.md => bitflicker64.md} | 0 1 file changed, 0 insertions(+), 0 deletions(-) rename stories/{bitflicker.md => bitflicker64.md} (100%) diff --git a/stories/bitflicker.md b/stories/bitflicker64.md similarity index 100% rename from stories/bitflicker.md rename to stories/bitflicker64.md From baff97c5ec22f648f64c77a4088f1a6238b37d7f Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: sasi-upparapalli Date: Fri, 31 Oct 2025 23:26:56 +0530 Subject: [PATCH 7/7] Add learning story template, contribution guide, and sample story --- stories/a-childs-first-art-portfolio.md | 19 +++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 19 insertions(+) create mode 100644 stories/a-childs-first-art-portfolio.md diff --git a/stories/a-childs-first-art-portfolio.md b/stories/a-childs-first-art-portfolio.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..1414a7d --- /dev/null +++ b/stories/a-childs-first-art-portfolio.md @@ -0,0 +1,19 @@ +# A Child’s First Art Portfolio + +## Title +A Child’s First Art Portfolio + +## Date +October 31, 2025 + +## Observation +Today, I observed Ella eagerly working on her first art portfolio. She carefully selected her favorite drawings and paintings, explaining her choices with excitement. Her focus and pride in her work were evident as she organized her art pieces into a booklet. + +## Reflection +This activity highlighted Ella’s developing fine motor skills and her ability to organize her work. It also boosted her confidence in her creative abilities and her sense of accomplishment. + +## Learning +Ella learned how to curate her artwork, improving her decision-making skills and her ability to reflect on her own progress. This task also encouraged her to take pride in her creativity and effort. + +## Next Steps +Encourage Ella to keep adding to her portfolio regularly, perhaps including other art forms like sculpture or digital art. We can also introduce her to basic art critique, helping her articulate her feelings about her work.