My Journey and Experience with StatusCode2 🚀

A few months back, I wouldn’t have imagined myself being involved in multiple communities, connecting with developers across the country, and helping organize hackathons — but here I am. I wanted to take a moment to share my experience with StatusCode2 (SC2) — not just as a hackathon, but as a movement that gave me a space to grow, contribute, and truly feel part of something bigger.

I joined StatusCode2 as a Hackathon Evangelist, and that role meant a lot more than just spreading the word. It was about representing the spirit of the community. I had the chance to talk to students who had never participated in a hackathon before, and encourage them to just give it a shot. That one message or one announcement I shared could be the reason someone discovered their passion for building.

Being in this role helped me find my own voice. Whether it was writing outreach messages, responding to queries, or just cheering others on during the hackathon — I felt like I was contributing meaningfully, even if I wasn’t the one writing code or pitching ideas.

StatusCode2 stood out because of its inclusiveness. From first-time hackers to experienced builders, everyone had a space. It wasn’t just about who wins; it was about who shows up, learns something, and walks away with a little more confidence. And I saw that happen in real-time — especially during workshops, mentor sessions, and those late-night community chats.

This wasn’t my first experience with community work. I’m also part of the PR & Outreach team at Sourcfy, and I’ve worked as a Hackathon Evangelist for Hello World Hacks. But SC2 felt different. Maybe it was the energy, or the fact that it was organized by students for students. Or maybe it was the feeling that what we were doing genuinely mattered — not just for one weekend, but in the longer journey of helping others discover tech.

There were challenges too — balancing outreach with studies, or figuring out how to help when someone DMs you at midnight with a blocker. But those moments taught me more than any textbook ever could.

Looking back, I’m proud of what we achieved. And more than that, I’m excited for what’s ahead. Communities like StatusCode2 are the future — where we lift each other up, share what we know, and grow together.

If you’re reading this and thinking about joining a hackathon, volunteering, or just exploring tech — do it. You don’t need to have it all figured out. Start somewhere. Start now.