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Project Support

ETL's Project Advisors help university students with their final-year projects. They also guide the students on how to contribute to open-source projects. ETL aims to make Pakistani youth in tech the number one contributor to open-source projects with the support of industry professionals.

Support for Final Year Projects

Objective:
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To create opportunities for the students to collaborate with industry experts on their final-year projects that tackle real-world community challenges, fostering skill development, innovation, and community engagement.

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How do we do it?
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  1. Identifying and Selecting Projects:

    • Collaborate with industry professionals and community members to identify pressing challenges that can be addressed through projects.

    • Select high-impact projects that align with the organization's mission and vision and provide participants with valuable learning opportunities.

    • Ensure projects have clear objectives, achievable goals, and defined success metrics.

  2. Matching Talent:

    • Evaluate participants’ skills, interests, and experiences to match them with suitable projects and industry mentors.

    • Ensure a diverse group of participants, promoting inclusivity and a wide range of perspectives.

  3. Facilitating Collaboration:

    • Create and maintain an online platform or workspace where project teams can communicate, collaborate, and share resources.

    • Organize regular meetings, brainstorming sessions, and progress check-ins to ensure effective teamwork and project advancement.

    • Provide tools and resources to facilitate seamless collaboration, such as version control systems, project management software, and communication tools.

  4. Providing Mentorship and Support:

    • Pair project teams with experienced industry professionals who can offer guidance, technical expertise, and mentorship.

    • Organize workshops and training sessions to enhance participants' skills in relevant technologies, tools, and best practices.

    • Offer continuous support and troubleshooting assistance to address any challenges during the project.

  5. Ensuring Project Quality and Impact:

    • Monitor project progress to ensure teams meet milestones and stay aligned with project goals.

    • Conduct regular reviews and evaluations to maintain high standards of quality and effectiveness.

    • Gather feedback from participants and mentors to identify areas for improvement and ensure a positive and impactful experience.

  6. Showcasing and Promoting Projects:

    • Create opportunities for project teams to showcase their work, such as demo days, presentations, and community events.

    • Promote completed projects through the organization’s website, social media channels, and tech community networks.

    • Highlight the impact of the projects on the community, showcasing success stories and the contributions of participants and mentors.

  7. Encouraging Continued Engagement:

    • Foster a culture of ongoing collaboration and contribution to projects beyond the initial project cycle.

    • Encourage participants to take on leadership roles in future projects or to initiate their initiatives.

    • Recognize and reward outstanding contributions to motivate continued participation and engagement.

Promote Open Source Projects

Objective Statement: 
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Empower university students to actively contribute to open-source projects, fostering collaboration, innovation, and practical skill development, while cultivating a culture of sharing knowledge and building impactful solutions for the global tech community.

 
How do we do it?
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  1. Awareness and Education:

    • Conduct workshops and seminars to introduce students to open-source principles, tools, and platforms like GitHub, GitLab, and Bitbucket.

    • Highlight the benefits of contributing to open-source, including skill enhancement, networking, and career opportunities.

  2. Skill Development:

    • Organize coding bootcamps, mentorship programs, and hackathons focused on open-source technologies.

    • Provide resources, such as tutorials and guides, on version control, collaborative programming, and project management.

  3. Community Building:

    • Facilitate student-led open-source communities within universities to encourage peer learning and collaboration.

    • Partner with established open-source organizations to create internship and project opportunities.

  4. Project Facilitation:

    • Launch and maintain university-specific or collaborative open-source projects where students can contribute.

    • Provide guidance on starting, maintaining, or contributing to repositories with clear documentation and licensing.

  5. Recognition and Motivation:

    • Recognize top contributors through awards, certifications, or showcasing their work on public platforms.

    • Share success stories of students who have achieved career milestones through open-source involvement.

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