Welcome to the official GitHub organization for the UNC-Chapel Hill Google Developer Student Club (GDSC)! Our organization is a collaborative hub where students, developers, and enthusiasts come together to build innovative, open source projects, learn new technologies, and solve real-world challenges.

Mission:
At UNC-GDSC, our mission is to empower students to become future technology leaders through hands-on coding, collaboration, and innovation. We work on diverse projects, share best practices, and mentor each other in a supportive, inclusive environment.

What We Do:

• Learn & Build: Our projects cover a wide range of technologies—from full‑stack web applications to systems programming with Rust.
• Collaborate & Contribute: We encourage collaboration across disciplines and skill levels. Every member has the opportunity to contribute, learn, and grow.
• Innovate & Impact: We develop projects that address real-world problems, fostering a spirit of innovation that extends beyond campus.

Our organization hosts a variety of projects that demonstrate cutting-edge technology and creative solutions. Some of our highlighted projects include:

1. Full-Stack Job Application App
   A customizable, full‑stack platform for managing job applications.

2. Health Records Tracker App
   A modern application to manage patient data and health records with a secure, intuitive interface.

3. Rust URL Shortener Service
   A high‑performance URL shortening service built in Rust using Actix‑web and Diesel.

…and many more projects that span different areas of technology and innovation.

We welcome contributions from everyone—whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned developer:

• Fork & Clone: Find a repository that interests you and fork it. Clone your fork locally to get started.
• Read the Documentation: Each project contains its own README with detailed setup instructions and contribution guidelines.
• Submit Pull Requests: Follow the coding standards and guidelines outlined in the repository before submitting a pull request.
• Open Issues: If you encounter bugs or have feature requests, open an issue so we can discuss and address it.

• Inclusivity: We value and respect every member. Our organization is committed to providing a welcoming environment for everyone regardless of background or skill level.
• Collaboration: Share your ideas, help others, and engage in healthy technical discussions. Collaboration is key to our success.
• Learning: Don’t be afraid to ask questions and seek help. Every contribution is an opportunity to learn.

Stay tuned for our regular events and workshops, including:

• Hackathons & Coding Challenges: Compete and collaborate in friendly coding competitions.
• Tech Talks & Webinars: Learn from industry professionals and experienced developers.
• Workshops: Hands-on sessions to dive deep into specific technologies and frameworks.

For the latest updates on our events, check out our club IG or follow us on our social media channels.

Note: Typically, our events are reserved for UNC-CH students, and are only organized on the UNC campus. However, we do offer a number of events for outsiders, too. Stay tuned!

• Documentation: Each repository includes a detailed README with setup instructions, usage guides, and contribution information.
• Community Forum: Join our Discord or Slack channels to chat with other members, ask questions, and share ideas.
• Mentorship: We offer mentorship opportunities for those who want to grow their skills in a supportive, collaborative environment.

For any questions, suggestions, or support, please reach out:

• Email: [email protected]
• GitHub: https://github.com/UNC-GDSC
• Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/dsc_unc/

All projects in this organization are typically licensed under the MIT License unless otherwise noted. Please check individual repositories for specific licensing details.

Together, we code the future! Welcome to UNC-GDSC Club – where innovation meets collaboration.