My First Step Into Open Source | Hacktoberfest 2026

An engineering student exploring AI and web development is starting their open-source journey with Hacktoberfest 2026. Moving beyond tutorials, the student aims to build meaningful projects, learn from the community, and contribute to real-world solutions. The goal is to experiment, make mistakes, and grow into a contributor rather than just a learner. The student is seeking advice from experienced open-source contributors to connect and grow together while creating something that truly matters beyond collecting stickers.