GitHub Education

At nwHacks, the University of British Columbia (UBC)’s annual student hackathon, this team of hackers (https://lnkd.in/gNXbxmZs) took on an ambitious challenge to build a fully functioning 'Red Light, Green Light' robot inspired by Squid Game in just 24 hours! Using AI-powered motion detection, they brought this terrifying game to life in record time. Watch their journey from idea to reality. Could you survive their version of the game? Let us know in the comments! #coding #hackathon #squidgame #squidgame2 #nwhacks #universityofbritishcolumbia #mlh #3dprinting 🎵 Music licensed from Lickd. The biggest mainstream and stock music platform for content creators. Hyper Zone by Barrie Gledden, Richard Kimmings, https://lnkd.in/gmwHcXfd License ID: EA8KO5L98DW

We're excited to open a call for submissions specifically for our educators! We want to hear from our teachers, professors, and teaching assistants affiliated with academic institutions who are actively involved in maintaining an open-source project. This is a unique opportunity to spotlight your work—selected projects will be showcased through blog posts, interviews, and a chance to be highlighted during Maintainers Month 2025. Submit your project via our submission form by 31st March 2025. More information check out our community discussion! https://lnkd.in/d4Gtt8hm

Have you heard about Research Software Engineers (RSEs)? If not, you’re in for a treat. RSEs are the unsung heroes of scientific research, creating the software that powers data analysis, modeling, and more. And guess what? This could be your next big thing! What’s an RSE, you ask? It’s a professional who develops software specifically for research purposes. They work closely with scientists to turn their ideas into reality through code. It’s a perfect blend of your coding skills and the excitement of contributing to scientific discoveries. Why should you care about RSEs? 📈 Demand is Growing: As research becomes more data-driven and computational, the need for RSEs is skyrocketing. You’ll be in high demand! 🔬 Make a Real Impact: Your work directly supports scientific advancements, which is pretty cool, right? 👩🔬 Career Growth: The field is still maturing, which means plenty of opportunities to shape your role and make a name for yourself. 🪐 Inclusivity: The RSE community values diversity and inclusion, so no matter your background, you’re welcome here. Now, how do you get started on this path? 💻 Build Your Coding Skills: Master languages like Python, R, or MATLAB, which are commonly used in research. 🧪 Understand Research: Get familiar with scientific methods and specific domains that interest you. 📰 Make Your Work Visible: Use platforms like GitHub or Zenodo to share your projects. Visibility is key in this field! ⚙️ Training and Workshops: Look for training from organizations like the Software Sustainability Institute or courses like Talarify and Pelagios. 🤝 Collaboration: Join open-source projects or collaborate with researchers to build your network and skills. Stay Informed: Keep up with the latest developments in research software and best practices for sustainability and funding. Teachers, you can help by: ☑️ Incorporating research software development into your curriculum. Encouraging students to participate in open-source projects related to research. ☑️ Connecting students with RSEs or researchers for real-world experience. ☑️ Fostering a collaborative environment where students work in teams on research software projects. ☑️ Promoting inclusivity and equity in the classroom to mirror the values of the RSE community. For more information, check out the report "Invest in Open Infrastructure: The State of Open Research Software Infrastructure" by Katherine Skinner et al., published between October 2024 and January 2025, available here: gh.io/ioireport25 Let’s inspire the next generation of RSEs together!

Heading to SIGCSE 2025? Stop by the GitHub Education booth at 105/107 to see how we're empowering the next generation of developers. Live demos, new resources and real-world coding experiences for your classroom. Looking forward to meeting you! https://lnkd.in/gGxxigdf

A RedMonk Conversation: How GitHub Education Aspires to Reach 1 Billion Developers: https://lnkd.in/gTVdR9gf

Save your seat now 💺 ! NewRelic is hosting a FREE, online conference on February 25 about Intelligent Observability and learn about the breakthroughs in agentic AI. Learn to build more resilient, high performing applications faster 🚅 https://lnkd.in/gkzrBNrA

Your GitHub profile = Your developer portfolio If you’re applying for internships or jobs, your GitHub profile can help you stand out. A polished README, pinned projects, and solid contributions tell your story, before you even apply. 💬 Let us know: How has your GitHub profile helped you land an opportunity? Share your experience and check out tips from others in this discussion thread: 🔗 gh.io/AAuabjn

Ever wonder how 10-year-olds can dive into coding without feeling overwhelmed? At Sonora Elementary, teacher Brian Rickard does it by focusing on hands-on creativity, real-world problem-solving, and a supportive classroom environment. Students learn Scratch and GitHub in a way that feels more like exploring than “homework,” building confidence in their ability to create and collaborate. For teenage learners, Hack Club picks up where elementary lessons leave off, providing a community that encourages self-driven projects and peer-to-peer learning. Together, these approaches show that starting young doesn’t just build technical skills—it sparks a lifelong love of exploration and invention. If you’re a parent or educator looking for ways to introduce coding at any age, check out this inspiring example: https://gh.io/AAtpbdu

🎉 Good news, GitHub Copilot is available for free for everyone. But even better, verified students, teachers continue to get complimentary access to GitHub Copilot Pro! Learn more 👇 gh.io/copilotpro4edu

We’ve identified an issue affecting complimentary access to GitHub Copilot Pro for students, teachers and maintainers. We’re actively working on a fix. You might have seen we introduced a new free tier of GitHub Copilot, but that will not affect your access to Copilot Pro.