Ankit is one of our GitHub code maintainers. He’s been actively participating in the repository for the past year, starting with the refactoring of our Talawa code base to make it better support multiple organizations. In recent months Ankit has been providing further guidance on our strategy to migrate from Talawa’s MongoDB supported API, to a more suitable PostgreSQL back end database. Great work Ankit!

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Hello! I’m Ankit Varshney, a tech enthusiast from India, currently pursuing my B.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering at AKGEC, Ghaziabad. I love building software solutions and turning ideas into reality!
My open-source journey began with Talawa, where I contributed to my first project. The thrill of taking on new issues, collaborating with others, and solving real challenges has been unmatched, marking the start of a fulfilling journey of growth and learning. I’ve gained valuable technical skills and coding practices as a contributor, continuously expanding my expertise.
In my spare time, I explore new technologies, engage in open-source contributions, collaborate with fellow tech enthusiasts, and participate in hackathons to push my boundaries. Outside of coding, I enjoy reading books.

I’m always eager to connect with like-minded individuals, so feel free to reach out!

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/Ankit-Varshney
GitHub: github.com/AVtheking

Divyanshu is one of our GitHub code maintainers. He’s been actively participating in the repository for the past year, starting with the refactoring of our Talawa code base to make it better support multiple organizations. In recent months Divyanshu has been providing further guidance on our strategy to migrate from Talawa’s MongoDB supported API, to a more suitable PostgreSQL back end database. Great work Divyanshu!

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Hi! I’m Divyanshu Gautam, a Computer Science student at JKLU, passionate about problem-solving and bringing ideas to life through technology. My interest in coding sparked during college, and since then, I’ve been dedicated to exploring and learning the latest advancements in the tech world.

The Palisadoes Foundation first came to my attention while I was researching Google Summer of Code (GSOC) organizations. Their mission to uplift under-served communities through tech education aligned perfectly with my personal values, sparking my interest in contributing. Becoming part of the Talawa project was a transformative experience—not only because of the project’s open-source nature and excellent documentation but also due to the supportive, collaborative community behind it.

Through the Palisadoes Foundation, I was given the opportunity to become an official member of the organization, allowing me to contribute on a higher level. This experience has enriched my skills, broadened my understanding of collaborative development, and deepened my commitment to making a positive impact through technology.

I’d love to connect and share ideas—feel free to reach out!

Github: https://github.com/gautam-divyanshu
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gautam-divyanshu/

Shekhar is one of our 2024 Google Summer of Code (GSoC) participants working on our Talawa projects. He started participating earlier this year, and was formally accepted as a GSoC participant in May. He has been collaborating with other participants and mentors on his various GitHub pull requests.

Welcome Shekhar!

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Hi! I’m Shekhar Patel (duplixx), an open-source enthusiast driven to find bugs and collaborate with fellow coders over a steaming cup of tea. You’ll find me at tech meet-ups, always ready to swap knowledge and experiences. I lead tech communities in the Delhi region and was recently selected for GSoC ’24 with the Palisadoes Foundation.


My GSoC ’24 selection with the “Event Attendance” project has been transformative. This project will revolutionize Talawa’s event management, empowering administrators with deeper insights, smoother workflows, and tools to boost attendance and engagement.


Beyond web development, I’m actively building iOS apps and fascinated by the potential of blockchain technology. My passion extends to native iOS development with Swift, where I love crafting user-friendly experiences.

Pranshu is one of our GitHub code maintainers. He’s been actively participating in the repository for the past year, starting with the refactoring of our Talawa code base to make it better support multiple organizations. In recent months Pranshu has been providing further guidance on our strategy to migrate from Talawa’s MongoDB supported API, to a more suitable PostgreSQL back end database.

Great work Pranshu!

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I am a software engineering student with a strong interest in development, data structures, and algorithms. Currently, I’m contributing to the Palisadoes Foundation’s Talawa project, where I’m working on its admin and API components. Being involved in Talawa has provided me with hands-on experience in open-source development and an opportunity to collaborate on software that serves a community-oriented purpose.

In addition to my development work, I help guide other contributors and work with them to review pull requests, ensuring code quality and alignment with project goals. Sharing insights and fostering a collaborative environment has been both fulfilling and educational. I’m excited to keep learning, growing, and contributing to Talawa alongside a team committed to making an impact through technology.

Excited to connect with those who share a passion for impactful technology—reach out anytime! 🚀

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/pranshu54
GitHub: https://github.com/pranshugupta54

Glen is one of our 2024 Google Summer of Code (GSoC) participants working on our Talawa projects. He started participating earlier this year, and was formally accepted as a GSoC participant in May. He has been collaborating with other participants and mentors on his various GitHub pull requests.

Welcome Glen!

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Hello World 🙂 I am Glen Dsouza, a tech enthusiast from India. I am currently pursuing a B.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering from SPIT, Mumbai. I love developing software solutions as they are a powerful way to turn ideas into reality!

My open-source journey commenced with Talawa, my very first open-source project contribution🌟. The thrill of raising and merging my first PR was unparalleled, and since then, it has been an extraordinary journey of learning and growth. I am grateful to have been selected as a Google Summer of Code (GSoC) contributor for the Palisadoes Foundation, where I will be contributing to the Talawa Suite of projects✨.

In my spare time, I enjoy exploring new technologies and now open-source projects of course. I also love collaborating with fellow tech enthusiasts and participating in hackathons to challenge myself and expand my skill set. Apart from coding, I enjoy bike rides, trekking, and playing football ⚽.

Always eager to connect with like-minded individuals, so feel free to reach out🚀

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/glen-dsza/
GitHub: https://github.com/GlenDsza