Re: Subject Interest in Contributing to KDE – GSoC & Open Source

[Benson Muite]

Dear Krisha Mehta,

Thanks for your interest and welcome to KDE!

On Sat, Jan 17, 2026, at 9:32 AM, Krisha Mehta wrote:
> Dear KDE Community,
>
> Hello
>
> My name is Krisha Mehta, and I am a computer science student with a strong
> interest in open-source software and building meaningful desktop
> applications. I recently explored KDE through Google Summer of Code and was
> inspired by KDE’s mission to give users control over their digital lives
> through free and open technology.
>
> I am very interested in contributing to KDE, particularly in areas related
> to C++, Qt/QML, and desktop applications. I enjoy working on structured
> problem-solving, data structures, and user-focused software, and KDE’s rich
> ecosystem feels like a great place to learn while contributing to impactful
> projects.
>
> As I prepare for Google Summer of Code, I would love guidance on:
>
>    -
>
>    How beginners can start contributing to KDE
>    -

Please see https://mentorship.kde.org/ in particular
https://mentorship.kde.org/get-involved/

>
>    Projects or modules suitable for first-time contributors
>    -

This depends on your interest.  There are many KDE projects,
consider initially reaching out in the communication channels of
KDE software that you use.

>
>    Recommended issues, documentation, or mentorship channels to follow
>

Please see https://community.kde.org/KDE/Junior_Jobs

For communication related to getting involved with KDE please use, 
    Matrix Room (Discussion): https://matrix.to/#/#kde-mentorship:kde.org
    Mailing List (Announcements): https://mail.kde.org/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/kde-soc

> I am eager to learn, collaborate with the community, and gradually take on
> more responsibility as a contributor. I would truly appreciate any
> direction or resources you can share to help me get started.
>
> Thank you for maintaining such an inspiring open-source community. I look
> forward to learning from and contributing to KDE.
>
> Warm regards,
> *Krisha Mehta*
> Aspiring Open-Source Contributor