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Technical Writing | Programs | Mentorship Tasks – GSoC Organization Guide

Rules:

• ALL work for this must be done on the GSoC Repository to be accepted: https://github.com/OpenGovAfrica/gsoc
• • Please pick a task that has not been ticked off

GSoC Organization Guide

• Draft Organization Overview / Mission Statement
  Provide a summary of OpenGov Africa, including mission, focus areas (civic tech, transparency, digital inclusion), and impact.
  Labels: GSoC, documentation, Hacktoberfest-friendly

• Draft “How OpenGov Africa Applies to GSoC” Guide
  Document the process for OpenGov Africa to apply as a GSoC organization, including eligibility requirements, necessary documentation, and submission steps.
  Labels: GSoC, documentation, Hacktoberfest-friendly

• List Program Ideas for Students
  Compile potential GSoC project ideas, including project descriptions, expected outcomes, technologies involved, and mentorship notes.
  Labels: GSoC, documentation, Hacktoberfest-friendly

• Create Mentor Guidelines
  Draft a detailed guide for mentors participating in GSoC, including roles, responsibilities, expectations, reporting, feedback process, and best practices.
  Labels: GSoC, mentor, documentation, Hacktoberfest-friendly

• Create Contributor/Student Guidelines
  Write a guide for GSoC student contributors, explaining how to apply, eligibility requirements, expectations, communication channels, submission requirements, timelines, and starter resources.
  Labels: GSoC, student, documentation, Hacktoberfest-friendly

• Set Up Repository Structure for GSoC Docs
  Create folders and files in the GSoC repo for:
  - Org application guide
  - Program ideas
  - Mentor guides
  - Student guides
  - Timeline & milestones
  - Onboarding materials
  - FAQs
  Labels: GSoC, project management, Hacktoberfest-friendly

• Draft GSoC Timeline & Milestones
  Include key dates for:
  - Org application submission
  - Student selection
  - Project start & end
  - Mid-term evaluations
  - Final submissions
  - Reporting deadlines
  Labels: GSoC, planning, documentation, Hacktoberfest-friendly

• Create Templates for Student Proposals
  Provide example proposal templates to help students structure their submissions.
  Labels: GSoC, documentation, Hacktoberfest-friendly

• Document Communication Channels & Tools
  Specify how students and mentors should communicate (Slack/Discord, GitHub discussions, email), including best practices for reporting progress and asking questions.
  Labels: GSoC, documentation, Hacktoberfest-friendly

• Compile FAQ for Mentors and Students
  List frequently asked questions about OpenGov Africa’s GSoC program, timelines, mentor responsibilities, submission expectations, and any contingencies.
  Labels: GSoC, documentation, Hacktoberfest-friendly

• Define Evaluation Criteria
  Document how student submissions and project progress will be evaluated, including grading or review metrics.
  Labels: GSoC, documentation, Hacktoberfest-friendly

• Document Legal / License Information
  Specify the licensing for contributions (e.g., MIT, Apache 2.0), so students know how their work will be used.
  Labels: GSoC, documentation, Hacktoberfest-friendly

• Outline Backup / Contingency Plans
  Include plans for low participation, mentor unavailability, project delays, or other risks.
  Labels: GSoC, planning, Hacktoberfest-friendly