My 2023 Hacktoberfest

Intro

I'm excited to be a part of Hacktoberfest 2023! This isn't my first Hacktoberfest; I've been participating in this event for a few years now. You can check out my contributions on my GitHub account:

moezmustafa (Moez) · GitHub

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Highs and Lows

• Accomplishments:

  • Successfully contributed to several open-source projects.
  • Delighted to see my pull requests (PRs) merged into the main repositories.
  • Guided 31 students in their Hacktoberfest journey.
  • 18 of my mentored students got all their pull requests (PRs) merged, a truly rewarding experience.

• Challenges:

  • Faced difficulties where some issues seemed insurmountable.
  • Adapted by seeking help from the community and learning from their feedback.

This month has been a rollercoaster ride, filled with both achievements and challenges in the open-source world.

Growth

Before Hacktoberfest 2023, my skillset was solid, but it has improved significantly over the course of this event. I've gained a deeper understanding of version control, collaboration, and project management. These experiences have not only enhanced my technical skills but also shifted my career goals towards a more open-source and community-driven path. I'm excited to continue contributing and learning in the world of open source.