# About the GSoC category **URL:** \ **Category:** GSoC\ **Created:** [May 26, 2021, 3:00pm UTC](https://community.jenkins.io/t/about-the-gsoc-category/26 "2021-05-26T15:00:35Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 10\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![system](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/user_avatar/community.jenkins.io/system/32/4910_2.png) [@system](https://community.jenkins.io/u/system)\ **Post date:** [May 26, 2021, 3:00pm UTC](https://community.jenkins.io/t/about-the-gsoc-category/26/1 "2021-05-26T15:00:35Z")
Discussion about the Google Summer of Code [Google Summer of Code](https://developers.google.com/open-source/gsoc/) (GSoC) is an annual, international, program that encourages college-aged students to participate in open source projects during the summer break between classes. Jenkins has been participating there since 2016. Chat with us on [Gitter](https://app.gitter.im/#/room/#jenkinsci_gsoc-sig:gitter.im). [More about Google Summer of Code in Jenkins](https://www.jenkins.io/projects/gsoc/) ---
**Author:** ![aSky17](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/user_avatar/community.jenkins.io/asky17/32/5654_2.png) [@aSky17](https://community.jenkins.io/u/aSky17)\ **Post date:** [September 30, 2023, 9:41am UTC](https://community.jenkins.io/t/about-the-gsoc-category/26/2 "2023-09-30T09:41:42Z")
Hi all! I’m very new to open source and contributing, I am keen to contribute to Jenkins community as well as code. I know Java, Maven and learning basics of CI/CD. Kindly guide my through it. ---
**Author:** ![jessi-17](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/user_avatar/community.jenkins.io/jessi-17/32/6402_2.png) [@jessi-17](https://community.jenkins.io/u/jessi-17)\ **Post date:** [December 12, 2023, 3:08pm UTC](https://community.jenkins.io/t/about-the-gsoc-category/26/3 "2023-12-12T15:08:16Z")
Greetings Jenkins Community, I’m Jaspreet, a third-year student with practical Jenkins experience from a recent internship. Skilled in JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML, CSS, and UI/UX design, I’m thrilled to contribute to our community’s development. I’m committed to continuous learning and excited about collaborating with all of you. Best, jaspreet ---
**Author:** ![poddingue](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/user_avatar/community.jenkins.io/poddingue/32/985_2.png) [@poddingue](https://community.jenkins.io/u/poddingue)\ **Post date:** [December 12, 2023, 5:37pm UTC](https://community.jenkins.io/t/about-the-gsoc-category/26/4 "2023-12-12T17:37:08Z")
Hi and welcome to this community, @jessi-17 and @aSky17 ! 👋 [Participate and Contribute](https://www.jenkins.io/participate/) can give you some pointers ---
**Author:** ![Subhajit009iitr](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/user_avatar/community.jenkins.io/subhajit009iitr/32/6524_2.png) [@Subhajit009iitr](https://community.jenkins.io/u/Subhajit009iitr)\ **Post date:** [December 23, 2023, 11:43pm UTC](https://community.jenkins.io/t/about-the-gsoc-category/26/5 "2023-12-23T23:43:52Z")
Hey Jenkins Community, 👋 I’m Subhajit, excited to join this awesome community! 🚀 Exploring the realms of CI/CD, I bring foundational skills in JavaScript, Python, React, and web development technologies. My toolkit includes HTML, CSS, C++, and Java, and I’ve also had hands-on experience with cloud technologies. I’m eager to contribute to Jenkins, learn from the fantastic community, and grow together. Looking forward to collaborating with you all! Cheers, Subhajit ---
**Author:** ![poddingue](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/user_avatar/community.jenkins.io/poddingue/32/985_2.png) [@poddingue](https://community.jenkins.io/u/poddingue)\ **Post date:** [December 24, 2023, 4:56pm UTC](https://community.jenkins.io/t/about-the-gsoc-category/26/6 "2023-12-24T16:56:28Z")
Hi and welcome to this community, @Subhajit009iitr! 👋 ---
**Author:** ![KunalKumar-1](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/user_avatar/community.jenkins.io/kunalkumar-1/32/7082_2.png) [@KunalKumar-1](https://community.jenkins.io/u/KunalKumar-1)\ **Post date:** [February 18, 2024, 11:37am UTC](https://community.jenkins.io/t/about-the-gsoc-category/26/7 "2024-02-18T11:37:15Z")
hey Jenkins community , I’m Kunal Kumar , freshmen year undergrad student Interested in Java , Html, Css Javascript , git and Jenkins , k8s. Looking forward to the Amazing Jenkins Community to continuous Learning , Collaborating and Contribute back to Jenkins to enhance the features during this Upcoming summer of code . ---
**Author:** ![Deba43](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/user_avatar/community.jenkins.io/deba43/32/7168_2.png) [@Deba43](https://community.jenkins.io/u/Deba43)\ **Post date:** [February 26, 2024, 12:47pm UTC](https://community.jenkins.io/t/about-the-gsoc-category/26/8 "2024-02-26T12:47:10Z")
Hello Jenkins Community, I am Debadatta, a Computer Science student eager to contribute to the Jenkins project. With my expertise in Java backend technology and experience working with Jenkins, I am keen on contributing to the improvement of various backend tools and functionalities. Here is my idea about Enhancing “Plugin Health Score” Scoring Abilities: The Plugin Health Score is a vital metric for evaluating the health and performance of Jenkins plugins. I aim to improve its scoring abilities by refining the criteria used for assessment and providing more accurate insights into plugin health. By focusing on these areas, I believe we can enhance the overall functionality and security of Jenkins, thereby benefiting the entire community. I am excited about the opportunity to contribute to such a dynamic and impactful project. Best regards, Debadatta ---
**Author:** ![poddingue](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/user_avatar/community.jenkins.io/poddingue/32/985_2.png) [@poddingue](https://community.jenkins.io/u/poddingue)\ **Post date:** [February 26, 2024, 2:28pm UTC](https://community.jenkins.io/t/about-the-gsoc-category/26/9 "2024-02-26T14:28:00Z")
Hello and welcome to this community, @KunalKumar-1 and @Deba43! 👋 ---
**Author:** ![NotMyFault](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex013/user_avatar/community.jenkins.io/notmyfault/32/466_2.png) [@NotMyFault](https://community.jenkins.io/u/NotMyFault)\ **Post date:** [March 3, 2024, 10:11am UTC](https://community.jenkins.io/t/about-the-gsoc-category/26/10 "2024-03-03T10:11:33Z")