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| -# FAQ |
| 1 | +# FAQs for Contests |
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| -* **Can a student or mentor from any college participate?** Yes, anyone who likes open source software is welcome! |
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| -* **Can a student without any programming experience participate?** Yes, we think is enough time for a beginner with basic familiarity with computers to learn the basics of a programming language. |
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| -* **Is there an entry fee or selection criteria?** No. |
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| -* **Is programming background necessary to start learning Git?** No, Git is a version control system that can be used to record changes to even a .txt file |
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| -* **What’s the difference between Git & GitHub?** Git is a version control system that lets you manage and keep track of your source code history whereas GitHub is a cloud-based hosting service that lets you manage Git repositories \(and much more\). |
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| -* **Would you teach programming to beginners?** Unforunately no. We won't be able to teach you programming but we’ll guide and help you with coding the right way, suggest resources and inculcate best practices! |
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| 5 | +7. **Do I need a specific computer or operating system to participate?** |
| 6 | + - 🖥️ No, you can participate using any computer or operating system. Git is platform-agnostic. |
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| 8 | +8. **Are there age restrictions for participation?** |
| 9 | + - 🎉 No, there are no age restrictions. Participants of all ages are welcome. |
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| 11 | +9. **Can I participate if I have a full-time job or other commitments?** |
| 12 | + - ⌛ Yes, the contests are designed to be flexible, and you can participate at your own pace. |
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| 14 | +10. **Do I need to have my own project idea to participate?** |
| 15 | + - 💡 No, you can choose to contribute to existing projects. It's a great way to learn and collaborate. |
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| 17 | +11. **Is it mandatory to use Git for version control during the contests?** |
| 18 | + - 🔄 While it is highly recommended to use Git for version control, it's not mandatory. However, it's a valuable skill to learn and practice. |
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| 20 | +12. **Can I participate if I'm not fluent in English?** |
| 21 | + - 🌐 Yes, you can participate regardless of your proficiency in English. Contributions are valued in any language. |
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| 23 | +13. **Are there specific time commitments for participation?** |
| 24 | + - ⏰ No, you can contribute at your own pace. However, the more you engage, the more you'll benefit from the experience. |
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| 26 | +14. **Is it necessary to attend any physical events or meetings?** |
| 27 | + - 🏡 No, participation is entirely online, and you can contribute from anywhere. |
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| 29 | +15. **Do I need special equipment or software for the contests?** |
| 30 | + - 💻 In most cases, a standard computer with an internet connection is sufficient. Specific requirements, if any, will be mentioned in the contest details. |
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| 32 | +16. **Can I collaborate with other participants on a project?** |
| 33 | + - 👥 Yes, collaboration is encouraged. You can work with others to enhance your learning experience. |
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| 35 | +17. **Are mentors available to provide guidance during the contests?** |
| 36 | + - 🤝 Yes, mentors will be available to offer guidance and support throughout the contests. |
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| 38 | +Feel free to reach out if you have more questions or need further information! |
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