Devu is your open source contribution coach. We help you understand real codebases and walk you through every step of your first PR.
Every developer faces these challenges when trying to contribute to open source
You don't know which project to pick. Thousands of repos, but no clear starting point.
You open a GitHub repo and immediately get overwhelmed by the complexity.
Issues are labeled 'good first issue' but are still hard to understand.
You want to contribute — but you don't want to get stuck, ghosted, or ignored.
Devu is for anyone who wants to contribute to open source — but doesn't know how to start.
You've learned to code, but never touched a real codebase.
You've opened GitHub projects… and closed the tab two minutes later.
You want to build a resume that's more than just tutorials.
You've tried contributing before, but got stuck, lost, or ignored.
You want direction, feedback, and real-world growth.
You're ready to take your first step with a little help.
From sign-up to your first contribution — Devu guides you step-by-step.
Create your Devu account and get instant access to the platform.
Explore hand-picked GitHub projects with clear summaries and contribution paths.
Choose an issue that interests you no confusing filters or labels.
Use our AI walkthroughs to break down the code, line by line.
Get step-by-step contribution guidance to fix the issue and open your first PR.
Track your contributions, learn from feedback, and build your open-source resume.
Everything you need to start contributing to open source projects
Discover projects that actually want contributors and have clear contribution guidelines.
Get clear explanations of what the project does before touching a single line of code.
Step-by-step instructions from fork to pull request, with no guesswork involved.
Monitor your activity and stay motivated with clear progress indicators.
Build a GitHub profile that showcases real contributions and skills.
Connect with other developers and learn from their experiences.
We're building way more than just a repo browser. Here's a sneak peek at what's on the roadmap to keep you learning, shipping, and leveling up.
Based on your tech stack and interests
AI-based, not just labels
Generate contribution reports and exportable resumes
See where you stand among contributors
Weekly challenges to learn by contributing
That adapt to your activity
For tough issues
Showcase your journey
That want first-time contributors
Everything you need to know about Devu
Devu helps you stop lurking and start contributing — one issue at a time. Join thousands of developers who've already made their first contribution.