Open Source Day
GHC 24 Open Source Day (OSD) is an exciting all-day virtual hackathon! Collaborate with peers and experienced mentors to make meaningful contributions to projects. Level up your open-source skills and gain valuable insights from workshops designed to empower you in the open-source community.
To participate in OSD, you must be registered for GHC 24.
OSD Features
Projects
These encompass humanitarian initiatives and captivating projects sourced from around the globe. Each project offers a distinct chance for participants at every level to expand their technical skills and broaden their knowledge base.
Workshops
Prepare for a hands-on experience at GHC 24 OSD. These workshops are designed to empower you with practical skills and insights that you can apply in your tech journey.
Project Mentors
Each OSD Project will be assisted by knowledgeable Mentors to guide you and assist you as you participate in the fun-filled hackathon.
Diverse Session Formats at GHC 24
AM Block
Begin with the keynote & co-chair kick-off, delve into projects (stay for the full 2 hours if desired), explore workshops, and enjoy a networking break.
PM Block
Start with a networking break, then join the keynote & co-chair kick-off, engage in projects, participate in workshops, and conclude the day.
Workshops are independent of projects/coding, welcome sessions, and networking breaks.
Everything You Need to Know
There are many ways to participate in Open Source Day. We invite you to join us as a workshop speaker, a project partner, a mentor, or a participant.
Open Source Day is part of Grace Hopper Celebration (GHC). Therefore, you need a GHC ticket to participate. All selected project partners, mentors, and speakers will receive a free virtual ticket to GHC.
No, none of the workshop sessions or project zoom rooms will be recorded.
Yes, you must register for OSD once you have your GHC ticket. The registration for OSD will open on September 13th. As part of this registration, you will select the project that you would like to contribute to as well as workshops you would like to attend.
Open Source Day 2022 is a virtual-only event.
We are curating an inspiring Opening Ceremony with leading and influential women figures in open source. Don’t miss it. We’ll start at 8am PT prompt!
Open Source Day is open to all skill levels - first time contributors and experienced contributors. In the past, we have seen high attendance from students and early-career professionals. We have also seen mid-career participants who are skilled engineers but are new to open source. We welcome participants of all skill levels to join us to learn about open source!
There are many ways to participate in Open Source Day. We invite you to join us as a workshop speaker, a project partner, a mentor, or a participant.