Building For Fun


# 🚀 GSoC 2025 Project Ideas with BFF (Building for Fun)

Welcome to **BFF's GSoC 2025 Project Ideas**! If you're passionate about coding, eager to work on real-world applications, and ready to contribute to open-source projects, you're in the right place. Here are some exciting projects we have in the pipeline for Google Summer of Code. Pick one that sparks your interest and start building for fun!

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## 1. **ATS (Applicant Tracking System)**

**Description:**  
Build an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) designed for companies to efficiently manage job applications. The system will help in rating resumes, tracking applications, and streamlining the hiring workflow.

**Key Features:**

- Resume parsing and scoring algorithms
- Dashboard for recruiters to manage candidates
- Interview scheduling and progress tracking
- Integration with LinkedIn and other job portals

**Tech Stack:**  
React, Node.js, PostgreSQL, Docker

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## 2. **Linktree Clone with Advanced Analytics**

**Description:**  
Create a modern Linktree alternative that allows users to manage their social links and track performance metrics. Focus on conversion rates, link click analytics, and user-friendly customization options.

**Key Features:**

- Customizable link pages with themes
- Analytics dashboard to track link clicks and conversion rates
- QR code generation for profiles
- Social media integrations

**Tech Stack:**  
Next.js, TypeScript, MongoDB, Tailwind CSS

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## 3. **Web3 Social Media Platform**

**Description:**  
Develop a decentralized social media platform leveraging Web3 technologies. This platform will prioritize user data ownership, privacy, and transparent content moderation.

**Key Features:**

- Decentralized user profiles and data storage
- NFT-based content ownership and verification
- Token-based rewards system for creators
- Secure, peer-to-peer messaging

**Tech Stack:**  
React, Solidity, Ethereum, IPFS, Metamask

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## 4. **Energetic Networking Platform**

**Description:**  
Build a platform that emphasizes dynamic and engaging networking opportunities for professionals. Think of it as LinkedIn but with an energetic twist—incorporating gamification, interactive events, and real-time networking features.

**Key Features:**

- Virtual networking rooms with interactive ice-breakers
- Gamification of professional connections (badges, leaderboards)
- Event hosting with live Q&A and polls
- AI-powered connection suggestions

**Tech Stack:**  
React, Node.js, WebSockets, Firebase

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## 5. **RepoStore - Open Source E-commerce Platform**

**Description:**  
Create an open-source e-commerce platform designed for developers and small businesses. The focus will be on modularity, ease of customization, and robust performance.

**Key Features:**

- Product catalog management
- Secure payment integration (Stripe, PayPal)
- Order tracking and inventory management
- API-first architecture for easy integrations

**Tech Stack:**  
Java, Spring Boot, React, PostgreSQL, Docker

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## 6. **Kafka Consumer Wrapper for TypeScript**

**Description:**  
Develop a Kafka consumer wrapper library for TypeScript projects to simplify event streaming workflows. The goal is to abstract complex configurations and provide a seamless API for developers.

**Key Features:**

- Easy-to-use APIs for consuming Kafka events
- Error handling and retry mechanisms
- Support for multiple Kafka topics and partitions
- Performance monitoring hooks

**Tech Stack:**  
TypeScript, Node.js, Apache Kafka

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# 🎯 How to Get Started?

1. **Choose a Project:** Pick a project that excites you.
2. **Reach Out:** Join our [BFF Community](#) and discuss your ideas with mentors.
3. **Start Contributing:** Check out our repositories, understand the codebase, and start contributing small PRs.
4. **Prepare a Proposal:** Draft your GSoC proposal with guidance from our mentors.

We're excited to see your contributions and help you grow as a developer. Let's build for fun, together! 🚀


Welcome to **BFF's GSoC 2025 Project Ideas** ! If you're passionate about coding,  eager to work on real-world applications, and ready to contribute to open-source projects,  you're in the right place. Here are some exciting projects we have in the pipeline for  Google Summer of Code. Pick one that sparks your interest and start building for fun!

GSoC 2025 Project Ideas with BFF (Building for Fun)


# Contributor Guidance

### Please provide a brief CV <a href="mailto:admin@buildingforfun.org">Mail here</a> .

In your application please include answers to the following questions:

- What interests you most about our project?

- As mentors and project coordinators, how can we get the best out of you?

- Is there anything that you’ll be studying or working on whilst working alongside us?
- Are there any techniques and tools which you use to keep yourself organized?

Once you’ve selected a project assignment from the ideas page, please include a well-defined, weekly schedule with clear milestones and deliverables around it. Alternatively, if you want to propose your own idea then please include outline, goals, and a well-defined weekly schedule with clear milestones and deliverables.


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