Ask HN: Anyone looking for some help writing Python code?

3 points by iman453 13y ago ↗ HN

I have about a years experience messing around with Python (built a Django based facebook app, and a few hobby apps), but am relatively new to software engineering. I'm looking to contribute to open source software, and I know the best way is to pick a project of interest on github and contribute to that, but I was really hoping to help out someone who's building something from scratch. Basically looking for a mentor, who I can learn from :) (and I promise to put in the hours and be productive!).

Here's hoping I don't get killed for asking this on HN :)

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QuantumGuy 13y ago ↗

These guys could always use some help. https://github.com/django/django https://github.com/reddit/reddit https://github.com/ipython/ipython https://github.com/kemayo/sublime-text-2-git In all honesty though go find one yourself;consider what interests you or what you would like to learn find a codebase that does it and contribute.

iman453 13y ago ↗

Thanks for your reply!

lifeisstillgood 13y ago ↗

Contact me (address in profile) - there are two projects right now that could benefit from fresh eyes - and I will be happy to share some lessons from 15 years in the trenches.

And no, no one on HN will kill for saying you are willing to work hard, have already tried and just want help.

Cheers

iman453 13y ago ↗

Thanks so much for your reply! Just sent you an email.