The latest articles on Forem by Shivraj Nakum (@shivrajnakum). https://forem.com/shivrajnakum https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=90,height=90,fit=cover,gravity=auto,format=auto/https:%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Fuser%2Fprofile_image%2F1196653%2F56c318e9-11e0-4624-bd70-412d24cd2dfa.png https://forem.com/shivrajnakum en Shivraj Nakum Sun, 29 Oct 2023 12:38:43 +0000 https://forem.com/shivrajnakum/hacktoberfest-2023-journey--56kl https://forem.com/shivrajnakum/hacktoberfest-2023-journey--56kl <h3> ✨Intro </h3> <p>Hey folks !! this was my first hacktoberfest participation and another step towards opensource community. You can checkout my <a href="https://github.com/Shivraj-Nakum">Github profile</a> here.</p> <h3> ⚡Experience </h3> <p>It was a fun experience contributig to opensource communities and learning in public</p> <h3> 📈Growth </h3> <p>My Skillset Before Hacktoberfest 2023<br> Before Hacktoberfest 2023, I considered myself a proficient developer with experience in various languages and tools. However, I had limited experience with open source contributions.</p> <p>How I Improved<br> This Hacktoberfest, I honed several skills:</p> <p><strong>Git Proficiency</strong>: I now confidently navigate Git and version control, a crucial skill for open source collaboration.</p> <p><strong>Code Quality</strong>: Working with experienced developers improved the quality of my code. I now adhere to best practices and maintain clean, well-documented code.</p> <p><strong>Problem-Solving</strong>: Tackling complex issues in open source projects sharpened my problem-solving skills and taught me the value of seeking help when needed.</p> <p><strong>Community Engagement</strong>: I became an active member of open source communities, refining my communication and teamwork skills.</p> hack23contributor hacktoberfest hacktoberfest23