This is the forum thread for everything related to the FOSS Club at IIT Bhilai. one of the 12 clubs established in the first batch of the FOSS Clubs program by FOSS United Foundation.
The purpose of this thread is to post updates on the club activities, event plans/reports, and projects undertaken by the club.
Team Structure
The team consists of 14 people in total (including the lead)
Domain Split of the core group being
5 Dev
2 ML
2 UI/UX
2 DevOps
1 Outreach
2 Creatives
The three month plan in detail is as follows:
October
Conducting interviews for the club
Onboarding the core team
Getting required approvals
November
Conducting Intro to OpenSource session
Conducting Linux Installation Party
December
Inviting a guest speaker keen into opensource for motivating the students
Collaborating with OpenLake at IITBh to conduct FOSS Overflow (a winter of code program)
Event Report 1 : Intro To OpenSource
We conducted an introduction session for beginners who are interested in OpenSource but dont know how to start.
Event Structure
The event was thought of as an mechanism to solve some queries that everyone starting confronts and therefore the event was tactically made in such a format that would answer all these questions.
FeedBack Analysis
The Bad
The Good
Learnings:
Images for reference
Event Report 2 : Linux Installation Party
we conducted a linux installation party for those who wanted to get shifted to a linux distro but were either not able to or afraid to or just werent able to fiddle around.
Event Structure
FeedBack Analysis
The overall feedback for the event was highly positive. Though the number of attendees were a bit low (~30) but this limited audience allowed the core team to handle just 2-3 students each and because of that they were able to not only teach them how to install linux but also some tips and tricks .
Images for reference
FOSS Overflow Event
Event Description and Proposal : https://forum.fossunited.org/t/foss-overflow-event/2538
Hello from FOSS Club IIT Bhilai! 
We’re excited to begin a new chapter 24-25, bringing fresh faces, innovative projects, and a shared goal: to make open source a driving force at IIT Bhilai and beyond. Our club is dedicated not just to code contributions but to fostering a mindset of openness, collaboration, and accessibility.
In the coming months, we’ll be engaging in hands-on workshops, impactful projects, and discussions that promote both personal and professional growth. We’re here to support the development of skilled contributors and tech leaders grounded in the principles that define FOSS. If you’re eager to learn, share, and make a real impact, this is the community for you!
This thread will keep you updated on all things FOSS at IIT Bhilai—from open-source sprints to hackathons, to new tools and tech exploration. Experience isn’t a requirement; just bring your enthusiasm and ideas.
Let’s build meaningful networks, redefine FOSS contribution, and see what we can achieve together! 
Core Member Recruitment Drive
The recruitment process started on october 28; a form was shared where interested students had to fill in details about themselves, their expertise, and their inspiration to join the club.
In true open-source spirit, we used OpnForm to collect applications and Jitsi to interview the shortlisted students, staying committed to the tools and values that define FOSS.
Our team structure includes one Club Lead and eight core members, each vital in shaping and supporting our activities.
What does a core member do?
- Ideation and Innovation: Bring fresh ideas for workshops, hackathons, and other events.
- Event Promotion: Spread the word and build excitement to maximize participation.
- Organizing and Conducting Events: Plan, coordinate, and host events that inspire and engage our community.
- Technical Expertise: Share your knowledge, inspire curiosity, and help others explore open-source tools and technologies.
Individuals were selected based on their ability to fulfill the above responsibilities and their expertise level in their domain of interest. We aimed at finding all-rounders to enable the team to share responsibilities and collaborate seamlessly.
FOSS 101: Open Source Unveiled
We conducted our first event, FOSS 101: Open Source Unveiled, in the month of November. This introductory session was designed to spread awareness about Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) and its importance.
We began by discussing what FOSS is and how it differs from proprietary software, highlighting its key advantages such as feasibility, better security, and the wide variety of options available. The session also covered the history of FOSS, popular tools like Git, Linux, and Mozilla Firefox, and a few open-source projects that serve as great examples of collaboration and innovation.
To build excitement, we shared a detailed plan of the upcoming events and activities that the club aims to organize. We also interacted with attendees to understand their expectations and assured them of the support and guidance they can expect from the club.
The event saw active participation from 35+ attendees, making it a successful and interactive session. The enthusiasm and positive feedback from the participants have motivated us to continue working hard to build a stronger community and provide valuable resources for open-source enthusiasts at IIT Bhilai.
Feedback Analysis
Challenges:
Positive Points:
Resources:
FOSS presentation.pdf (227.3 KB)
