My Journey Begins as a Linux Intern with Outreachy

Hello everyone! 😊 I am Khadija Kamran from Lahore, Pakistan. Welcome to this introductory blog about my open-source internship with Outreachy.

Outreachy is an incredible and supportive community that offers open-source internships, empowering individuals and helping them in their technical careers.

Open-source and Linux kernel

If you are new to the world of open-source, fear not! I was in your shoes just a few months ago. Let me assure you that once you start, you’ll discover a supportive community and a truly satisfying experience of contributing to the huge open-source projects. So, let’s dive in and explore this exciting realm together!

We often hear about copyrights, but have you ever encountered the concept of “copyleft”? Open-source operates on this principle, making its source code freely available for everyone. Open-source software is both liberating and empowering, as it can be used, redistributed, and repackaged without limitations.

Since I am interning at Linux Kernel, I would like to write a few words about it. Linus Torvalds, one of the founding fathers of open-source, developed Linux Kernel in 1991, the first open-source operating system. Back then the idea of open-source was very new. Linus invited the world to contribute to Linux, he believed in collective wisdom and democratized software development. Today, Linux is the most widely adopted Operating System out there.

Here is a picture of Linus working in his home office, where he continues to develop the world’s most important OS.

My Journey and My Motivation

I am, thrilled to be part of the great Linux Operating Systems project.

I am a Software Engineer from Pakistan. I graduated from NUST in 2020 as a Software Engineer. I’ve been fortunate enough to get good education.

However, I am acutely aware that many talented and compassionate individuals in my country possess far greater abilities than I do. But they are poverty stricken and they struggle to find food for themselves. This realization is a constant source of my motivation, reminding me of my responsibility towards the unprivileged.

I wish to do meaningful work that can benefit my society, even if it means making the tiniest of differences. I pour my heart and soul into everything I do, striving for perfection. It may seem that my contributions are small and inconsequential today, but I firmly believe that if I remain consistent, I might be able to make a small positive change.

Small changes add up to something big eventually. With this belief in my heart, I envision a future where every individual, regardless of their background, has the opportunity to thrive and succeed.

Let us embrace the transformative power of open source, as we work towards creating a world where knowledge, collaboration, and inclusivity pave the way for innovation and positive change.

Stay tuned for my upcoming post, where I will delve into Outreachy and how you can apply to this amazing program. Until then, keep exploring, keep learning, and keep embracing the magic of open source! ✨💕

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