How do I get started with opensource and whats the best practice

[Anitah-mugabe]

I am new to open source and I am wondering how I can get into opensource

[Lemeri123]

Hey there! 👋 Welcome to the wonderful world of open source
🌱 Start Small (Really Small!)

Fix typos or docs: Look for "good first issue" or "beginner-friendly" labels on GitHub. Even tiny fixes (like a broken link in documentation) count!

Projects you already use: Think of tools/apps you love—check if they’re open source. Familiarity helps!

🛠 Tools to Learn First

Git/GitHub: Learn basic commands (clone, fork, commit, pull request).

Read project guides: Every repo has a CONTRIBUTING.md file

🔍 How to Find Projects

Filter by language: Use GitHub’s topic: search (e.g., topic:python beginner-friendly).

💡 Best Practices

Ask questions politely: Before coding, check if the issue is open, and comment to ask if you can work on it.

Keep PRs small: Focus on one fix per pull request—it’s easier to review.

Embrace feedback: Maintainers might suggest changes—it’s normal! They’re helping you learn.

🚀 Your First Contribution

Fork the repo → Clone it locally.

Branch off: git checkout -b fix-typo.

Commit changes: git commit -m "Fix typo in README".

Push & open a PR: GitHub will guide you!

❤️ Remember

You belong here: Everyone starts somewhere—even seasoned devs began with tiny PRs.

It’s okay to fail: Rejected PR? It’s part of the process. Learn and try again!

You’ve got this! 🌟 Happy coding!

[Anitah-mugabe]

Thank you @Lemeri123