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NDTV
11-05-2025
- Business
- NDTV
"0 Out Of 10 For Grammar": US Techie Shares Abusive Message from Indian Developer After Rejection
Quick Reads Summary is AI generated, newsroom reviewed. Lee Calcote reported receiving an abusive LinkedIn message from an Indian develo Calcote shared a screenshot and humorously rated the message's qualities. Both the sender and the sender's friend are now banned from GSoC participation. Lee Calcote, founder of a US-based technology firm, has alleged that he received an abusive message from an Indian developer on LinkedIn after the developer's friend failed to secure a spot in the 2025 Google Summer of Code (GSoC) programme. Posting on X, Mr Calcote shared a screenshot of the message, which included threats and Hindi abuses. Responding with humour, he wrote, "I give him: 4 out of 10 for creativity, 3 out of 10 for accuracy (I will die someday and I am ginger), 0 out of 10 for grammar, 0 out of 10 for effectiveness." In a follow-up post, Mr Calcote clarified that the message had been sent on behalf of the unsuccessful applicant. He also confirmed that both individuals have been barred from participating in GSoC. See the viral post here: I have no idea who @ShivanshxDev is or why he's upset. Didn't get selected for GSoC? I give him: - 4 out of 10 for creativity - 3 out of 10 for accuracy (I will die someday and I am ginger). - 0 out of 10 for grammar - 0 out of 10 for effectiveness — Lee Calcote (@lcalcote) May 9, 2025 The incident has sparked criticism on social media, with many users condemning the behaviour and calling for greater professionalism among aspiring developers. A user commented, "very disappointed to see that. Are these people really educated? These people are disowned in society." Another user wrote, "ee is perhaps one of the most hardworking and community builders in oss out there, so much so that he personally reaches out , takes interest in your journey and motivates you. This is sad and his response is apt . We need more accountability in the Indian dev scene." The third user wrote, "Damn, how stupid can you get by abusing someone. No respect. Good job on the ban!"
News18
10-05-2025
- News18
Indian Techie's Abusive Text After Friend Fails To Qualify For Google Project
Last Updated: The screenshot shared by Calcote contained a threatening message and abusive language. A US entrepreneur shared a screenshot alleging that an Indian developer sent him an abusive message after his friend failed to qualify for the 2025 Google Summer of Code (GSoC). In his initial post on X, Lee Calcote expressed confusion about receiving such a message on LinkedIn. He then humorously commented on its lack of creativity, accuracy (referring to a part of the message), grammar, and effectiveness. He wrote, 'I give him: 4 out of 10 for creativity, 3 out of 10 for accuracy (I will die someday and I am ginger), 0 out of 10 for grammar, and 0 out of 10 for effectiveness." The screenshot shared by Calcote reportedly contained a threatening message that included Hindi abusive language. Shivansh, whose LinkedIn bio identifies him as 'IndieHacker," also referred to Calcote as 'ginger' in a pejorative way. I have no idea who @ShivanshxDev is or why he's upset. Didn't get selected for GSoC? I give him:– 4 out of 10 for creativity– 3 out of 10 for accuracy (I will die someday and I am ginger).– 0 out of 10 for grammar– 0 out of 10 for effectiveness — Lee Calcote (@lcalcote) May 9, 2025 In a subsequent update, the X user claimed that the message was sent by the Indian developer on behalf of his friend, Tanishq Maheswari. He further alleged that both the developer and his friend have now been banned from participating in GSoC, LFX, and contributing to any CNCF project. I might give @ShivanshxDev a point for loyalty to his friend, who wasn't selected and for whom he sent this vulgarity on behalf of but might subtract a creativity point considering their GitHub profiles are a copy of one another – — Lee Calcote (@lcalcote) May 9, 2025 'This sort of behaviour is NOT OKAY in any scenario! Indian students, please understand that when you go out and send some messages, you aren't just representing your character but also the larger Indian tech community. Every action has consequences, not just for you but the people around you too," a user posted. An individual wrote, 'Students from India used to be the torchbearers of GSoC back in the day. I am really sorry that you had to face this." 'Wow, this is horribly racist and sexist. I am so sorry you had to face this, Lee. This is unacceptable. Sending you lots of love for all the good that it does," another added. An account remarked, 'You should post a formal message on LinkedIn as well. This type of behaviour should not be tolerated in any kind of organisation. He will learn his lesson." 'I am sorry to see this @lcalcote, I have been part of the Meshery team and can vouch for the kind of positive/encouraging environment you have set up across the teams, and this is an utterly shameful act by the person. We strongly condemn it. Wish the best for you," said a user. An X user commented, 'Sorry you had to go through this. This is truly disgraceful and disappointing. I've had the privilege of working with Lee and the Meshery project over the past four months, and it has been nothing but super welcoming and collaborative." Earlier, a similar incident came to light where an individual slammed a company for his 'No South candidates' job posting. It also mentioned that the job, for two techies for an office located in Mumbai's Vikhroli office, was only open to 'male candidates.' No south candidates. 🤡Check out the reply in the second picture. 🤣 — Mal-Lee (@MallikarjunaNH) May 7, 2025 'We South Indians are not like dogs like you people, who join North Indian companies as if you're working for your family businesses. We can see the mess North Indian chapris coming and begging in South India, but still, we don't treat you like this – even though you are. We're glad that we treat you like humans, because we are from India, not from North Indian chapris," the post read. First Published:
Hindustan Times
10-05-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
US founder calls out Indian techie for abusive LinkedIn message: ‘Absolutely horrible behaviour'
A US founder took to X to share a screenshot claiming it shows an abusive message from an Indian developer. Lee Calcote alleged that the techie sent him the message after his friend failed to qualify for the 2025 GSoC (Google Summer of Code). In his initial post on X, Calcote called out the developer and shared that he had no idea why he received such a message on LinkedIn. However, he addressed the matter with humour and wrote, 'I give him: 4 out of 10 for creativity, 3 out of 10 for accuracy (I will die someday and I am ginger), 0 out of 10 for grammar, 0 out of 10 for effectiveness.' In a later update, Calcote claimed that the Indian techie sent the message on behalf of his friend and that the techie and his friend are banned from GSoC. The screenshot Calcote posted shows a threatening message riddled with Hindi abuses. An individual posted, 'Students from India used to be the torchbearers of GSoC back in the day. I am really sorry that you had to face this.' Another added, 'Wow, this is horribly racist and sexist. I am so sorry you had to face this, Lee. This is unacceptable. Sending you lots of love, for all the good that it does.' A third remarked, 'You should post a formal message on LinkedIn as well. This type of behaviour should not be tolerated in any kind of organisation. He will learn his lesson.' A fourth wrote, 'Absolutely horrible behaviour, this is never acceptable under any condition or circumstance. Really sorry you had to deal with this.' According to his LinkedIn profile, Lee has a bachelor's degree in computer science from California State University. He started his career as a computer science instructor at the University of South Dakota in 1997. Over the years, he assumed various roles in different companies, including Cisco. In 2020, he founded his own company.
