Google Code-In 2019

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Google Code-in (GCI) is an annual programming competition hosted by Google to introduce pre-university students (ages 13-17) to open source software development. Because Google Code-in is often the first experience many students have with open source, the contest is designed to make it easy for students to jump right in. Open source organizations chosen by Google provide a list of tasks for students to work on during the seven-week contest period. A unique part of the contest is that each task has mentors from the organization assigned should students have questions or need help along the way.

Google Code-in 2019 opens for pre-university students to register and start claiming tasks on December 2, 2019. The contest ends on January 23, 2020.

How it works

In the fall, Google chooses 25+ Open Source organizations to participate. The organizations create a huge list of short (3-5 hour) tasks for students to work on.

Participate!

  • Students search for a task that interests them and claims it. They have at least three days to complete it.
  • The student works on the task, getting guidance from mentors if needed. 
  • Once the student is ready, they submit their work for review through the contest website.
  • Mentors from the organization evaluate the work, provide feedback, and, if it's complete, accept it! Otherwise, specific feedback is provided, and the student updates the work.
  • Once a task is accepted, the student can claim another!

Win!

  • Participants who complete at least 1 task get a digital certificate!
  • Participants who complete 3 or more tasks receive a t-shirt too!
  • At the end of the contest, each organization will choose six finalists to receive limited edition Google Code-in jackets! Two finalists from each organization will be grand prize winners and go on a trip to Google Headquarters in California!
Personal Thoughts:
  • This is an invaluable exposure to "open source," which is revolutionizing the software we use today, so get your hands dirty.
  • Git is a valuable asset that can be learned before the competition.
  • Prizes and Swag are incomparable!

Link: https://codein.withgoogle.com/


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