GSoC 2026: JavaScript, React, Node.js, and TypeScript Organizations
Google Summer of Code (GSoC) 2026 organization applications opened on January 19 and close February 3, with accepted orgs announced around mid-February. As of January 30, 2026, no full list of participating organizations exists yet, but several have announced intent or shared project ideas involving JavaScript, React, Node.js, and TypeScript stacks. These are ideal for web developers like you building SaaS with Next.js, Node.js, and TypeScript. owasp
Announced Organizations with Relevant Tech Stacks
OWASP leads early announcements, featuring multiple projects in your preferred technologies. They use React, Next.js, TypeScript, Node.js/Express, Angular, and Tailwind CSS across tools like Bug Logging Tool (BLT), Nest, Juice Shop, and DSOMM. owasp
- OWASP Nest: Full-stack with TypeScript, React, Apollo, Next.js on frontend; Node.js alternatives via Python/Django backend; projects include dashboards and AI assistants. owasp
- OWASP Juice Shop: Node.js/Express backend, Angular/TypeScript frontend; focuses on insecure web apps with contributions needing JS/TS skills. owasp
- OWASP DSOMM: Angular, JavaScript/TypeScript upgrades to Angular 21; modernization projects suit React/TS enthusiasts. owasp
- OWASP BLT: React/Next.js frontend, security-focused full-stack with potential Node.js elements. owasp
Stdlib emphasizes JavaScript/TypeScript for scientific computing, including Node.js REPL enhancements, likely returning for 2026 after 2025 participation. blog.stdlib
Likely Returning Organizations from Past Years
Organizations frequently participate and maintain web projects in these stacks. Wikimedia, Rocket.Chat, and Elastic often seek React/Node.js contributors. github
| Organization | Key Technologies | Example Past/Current Projects |
|---|---|---|
| Wikimedia Foundation | JavaScript, Node.js, React | Front-page updates, userscripts github |
| Rocket.Chat | React, JavaScript, Node.js | 20+ chat app projects github |
| Elastic | React, TypeScript | Comboboxes, charts with D3 github |
| Zulip | JavaScript, Node.js (implied) | Web frontend, Electron apps github |
| Mozilla | React | Common Voice website github |
| Webpack | JavaScript, Node.js | CLI, docs, web bundles github |
| GNOME Foundation | JavaScript, React | Websites, frameworks github |
Preparation Tips for BIT Mesra Students
Start contributing now to OWASP repos for 5+ PRs, as they prioritize proven contributors. Check summerofcode.withgoogle.com after February for the official list and filter by "JavaScript" or "Web Development"—past data shows 200+ orgs use React. Align with your SaaS experience: propose React/Next.js UIs or Node.js APIs for security tools. gsocorganizationsguide
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