Learning-First Community
We don’t exist to build a single product; we exist to empower individuals. Our culture is built on the principle of “no stupid questions,” creating a safe environment where everyone feels comfortable asking for help.
Diverse & Welcoming
Our member base includes students, new graduates, and junior developers making their first foray into open source, supported by experienced developers who act as mentors and guides.
Local Focus, Global Impact
Primarily for Israeli developers, our local focus enables in-person meetups and networking. We welcome international participants who want to be part of our unique community experience.
What Makes Maakaf Special
Safe Learning Environment
Our “first contribution practice project” teaches fundamental GitHub workflow without coding, making it a safe space for anyone to get started with open source.
Real Career Impact
Members have gone from complete beginners to landing their first developer jobs, thanks to skills and confidence gained through open source contributions.
Technology Agnostic
We don’t focus on specific technologies. Our goal is helping people contribute to any project - from web development to AI/ML to mobile apps.
Our Programs & Activities
Practice Projects
Learn GitHub workflow in a risk-free environment with our beginner-friendly practice repository that has helped hundreds overcome the fear of their first commit.
Mentorship Program
Connect with experienced developers who guide newcomers through their open source journey, providing personalized support and career advice.
Regular Events
Join our online meetups and in-person workshops in central Israel. Our hybrid format includes Discord for daily communication and live events for hands-on collaboration.
Why Local Matters
Our Israeli focus isn't about exclusion—it's about creating meaningful connections. Local community enables in-person collaboration, networking, and the cultural understanding that makes learning more effective.
We share our story internationally hoping to inspire similar geographically-based open source communities in other cities and countries around the world.
Ready to Start Your Open Source Journey?
You are welcome to write an email to Uriel, the manager of the community: UrielOfir@gmail.com