# [GSoC 2026] Inquiry regarding participation and newcomer guidance 1 messages from 2026-01-21 to 2026-01-21. Participants: محمد بكر عباس حمزه. Thread: https://gitlist.dev/t/64842 ## محمد بكر عباس حمزه, 2026-01-21 12:11 Subject: [GSoC 2026] Inquiry regarding participation and newcomer guidance Message-ID: URL: https://gitlist.dev/e/PA4PR01MB72634EF526D35A2AA545D54EB196A%40PA4PR01MB7263.eurprd01.prod.exchangelabs.com ``` Hello, My name is Mohamed Bakr and I am interested in contributing to the Git project. I am particularly interested in potentially applying for Google Summer of Code 2026 and wanted to ask if the project intends to participate as a mentoring organization this year. While waiting for the official organization announcements in February, I would like to begin familiarizing myself with the codebase and submission process. I have already reviewed Documentation/MyFirstContribution.txt. Are there any specific "micro-projects" or small tasks currently recommended for newcomers to practice sending patches to the list? Additionally, if there is a specific mailing list or channel dedicated to GSoC discussions for Git, please let me know. Thank you for your time and for maintaining such a vital tool. Best regards, Mohamed Bakr Abas Hamza https://github.com/mohmedbakr1911 ```