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Point BlankStudent run Open Source Community from India
GSoC 2026
Hearty congratulations to all 13 mentees and 3 mentors who made history this year.
Our Mission, together.
In Point Blank, we believe in the concept of no spoon-feeding. We are here to help you learn and grow together. We are a community of coders, hackers, developers, and tech enthusiasts passionate about technology and learning.
Mission
We want to create a place where people actually learn instead of just following steps. No shortcuts, no spoon feeding. Just curiosity, effort, and people helping each other grow. If you are stuck, ask. If you are learning, share. If you are building something, show it. The idea is simple. Learn by doing, make mistakes, and figure things out together. That is how real progress happens.
Vision
We see a community where learning feels normal and not forced. A place where beginners can start without hesitation and experienced people still find new challenges. Over time, this should become more than just a coding space. A group of people who build things, share ideas, and keep pushing each other forward. Not just better developers, but better thinkers.
Connect with other Coders
Stuck on something and tired of staring at the same error for hours? Just ask. Someone here has probably been through the same thing and can point you in the right direction. Or maybe you just want a second opinion on your code, your project, or an idea you are working on. Share it. Talk it out. You will find people who are figuring things out just like you.
Want to learn something new?
Learning here isn’t about following step by step guides or memorizing solutions. It’s about exploring ideas, asking better questions, and figuring things out with people who are on the same path as you. Whether you’re just getting started or trying to level up, there’s always someone around to nudge you in the right direction.
Feeling bored?
Hop into a chat, talk random stuff, share memes, or just see what others are up to. You’ll find people planning side projects, playing games, or just hanging out after a long day. It’s more than just code here . It’s a space where you can chill, reset, and enjoy being part of something.
Domains we Love
Our club covers a wide range of interests and fields, bringing unique perspectives and expertise to every project!
Activities
CP Contests
Since 2019, Point Blank has built a strong competitive programming culture. Participation scaled rapidly, with teams qualifying for ICPC Regionals.
Development
We host hands-on workshops across web, mobile, DevOps, machine learning, and open source, focused on real skills rather than slides.
Hackathons
Point Blank organizes the internal Smart India Hackathon annually, with consistent national qualifications, finals, and wins.
Open Source
Our open-source community has produced GSoC contributors, LFX scholars, and GitHub Externs across global organizations.
Cybersecurity
We run hands-on cybersecurity sessions and host PBCTF, an in-house Capture The Flag event with wide campus participation.
Innovation
From hardware prototypes to published research, we foster a culture of experimentation and innovation beyond the classroom.
Our Founding Members
Point Blank is a passion project, born from a shared excitement to build and lead a platform for like-minded, driven students to come together and learn from each other.
