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Business Standard
6 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
2 JKLU Students Among 1,272 Selected Worldwide for Google Summer of Code 2025
NewsVoir Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], May 27: Two students from Jaipur's JK Lakshmipat University (JKLU) have accomplished what thousands around the world aspire to each year. Karan Kumawat and Divyanshu Gautam, (CSE) students from the batch of 2022 at the Institute of Engineering and Technology, JKLU, have been selected for the Google Summer of Code (GSoC) 2025 - one of the world's most competitive and prestigious global, online programmes focused on bringing new contributors into open-source software development. This year, GSoC received 23,559 proposals from over 15,240 applicants across 130 countries. From this large pool of applicants, only 1,272 contributors were chosen to work with leading open-source organisations under the mentorship of seasoned developers and industry experts. Congratulating Karan and Divyanshu on their selection to the prestigious global online mentorship programme, Professor Alka Mahajan, Pro-Vice-Chancellor, JKLU, said, "By sharing their knowledge with the wider world, the global open-source community has contributed immensely to innovation and growth. I am very pleased to know that our brilliant students will be joining this exclusive global community and contributing to some of the significant open-source software development projects selected by Google this year. Their journey exemplifies the growing presence of Indian talent in open-source innovation--and the power of education that bridges knowledge and application." Open Source, Global Impact Over the next 12+ weeks, Karan and Divyanshu will collaborate remotely with global mentors, contributing code to open-source projects. "The GSoC 2025 programme has some flexibility in the schedule for projects. The length of time allowed to complete a project can range from 10 weeks to 22 weeks for medium and large projects with the standard length of 12 weeks. Small projects can range from 8 to 12 weeks," Google said in a blog post. "GSoC Contributors and their mentors can decide together if a project should be extended to end a couple of weeks or so later," Google added. The stipend amount that each would receive from Google could go up to USD 3,000 (approximately Rs. 256,000). But beyond the financial support, the programme offers something even more transformative: the chance to work at the intersection of innovation and impact--solving real-world challenges, contributing to widely used technologies, and learning from some of the best minds in the global tech community. Projects with Purpose Karan's project, "Chainvoice: Enhancing Decentralised Invoicing with Privacy, Automation, and Multi-Token Support," sits at the intersection of blockchain and finance. His work aims to enhance decentralised invoicing systems by making them more secure, automated, and adaptable across multiple digital currencies - contributing to the growing domain of decentralized finance (DeFi). Divyanshu's proposal, "Efficient Recurring Events and Solidifying Core Features," focuses on strengthening calendar-based productivity tools used worldwide. His contribution seeks to improve efficiency, reliability, and usability in widely adopted open-source scheduling platforms. Starting in 2005, GSoC has brought over 21,000 new contributors from 123 countries into the open-source community over the past 20 years.
Fashion Value Chain
6 days ago
- Business
- Fashion Value Chain
2 JKLU Students Among 1,272 Selected Worldwide for Google Summer of Code 2025
Two students from Jaipur's JK Lakshmipat University (JKLU) have accomplished what thousands around the world aspire to each year. Karan Kumawat and Divyanshu Gautam, (CSE) students from the batch of 2022 at the Institute of Engineering and Technology, JKLU, have been selected for the Google Summer of Code (GSoC) 2025 – one of the world's most competitive and prestigious global, online programmes focused on bringing new contributors into open-source software development. Karan Kumawat and Divyanshu Gautam, students of JK Lakshmipat University, were among 1,272 contributors selected for Google Summer of Code 2025 This year, GSoC received 23,559 proposals from over 15,240 applicants across 130 countries. From this large pool of applicants, only 1,272 contributors were chosen to work with leading open-source organisations under the mentorship of seasoned developers and industry experts. Congratulating Karan and Divyanshu on their selection to the prestigious global online mentorship programme, Professor Alka Mahajan, Pro-Vice-Chancellor, JKLU, said, 'By sharing their knowledge with the wider world, the global open-source community has contributed immensely to innovation and growth. I am very pleased to know that our brilliant students will be joining this exclusive global community and contributing to some of the significant open-source software development projects selected by Google this year. Their journey exemplifies the growing presence of Indian talent in open-source innovation-and the power of education that bridges knowledge and application.' Open Source, Global Impact Over the next 12+ weeks, Karan and Divyanshu will collaborate remotely with global mentors, contributing code to open-source projects. 'The GSoC 2025 programme has some flexibility in the schedule for projects. The length of time allowed to complete a project can range from 10 weeks to 22 weeks for medium and large projects with the standard length of 12 weeks. Small projects can range from 8 to 12 weeks,' Google said in a blog post. 'GSoC Contributors and their mentors can decide together if a project should be extended to end a couple of weeks or so later,' Google added. The stipend amount that each would receive from Google could go up to USD 3,000 (approximately Rs. 256,000). But beyond the financial support, the programme offers something even more transformative: the chance to work at the intersection of innovation and impact-solving real-world challenges, contributing to widely used technologies, and learning from some of the best minds in the global tech community. Projects with Purpose Karan's project, 'Chainvoice: Enhancing Decentralised Invoicing with Privacy, Automation, and Multi-Token Support,' sits at the intersection of blockchain and finance. His work aims to enhance decentralised invoicing systems by making them more secure, automated, and adaptable across multiple digital currencies – contributing to the growing domain of decentralized finance (DeFi). Divyanshu's proposal, 'Efficient Recurring Events and Solidifying Core Features,' focuses on strengthening calendar-based productivity tools used worldwide. His contribution seeks to improve efficiency, reliability, and usability in widely adopted open-source scheduling platforms. Starting in 2005, GSoC has brought over 21,000 new contributors from 123 countries into the open-source community over the past 20 years.
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.
