Google Summer of Code 2026
Welcome to ProjectDiscovery’s Google Summer of Code 2026 program! We’re excited to work with contributors from around the world to enhance our open source security tools.About ProjectDiscovery
ProjectDiscovery develops and maintains fast, simple-to-use open source security tools that help security professionals, bug bounty hunters, and organizations identify and remediate vulnerabilities.Our Impact
50,000+
GitHub Stars across projects
20,000+
Active Community Members
15+
Open Source Tools
- Security researchers and penetration testers
- Bug bounty hunters on platforms like HackerOne and Bugcrowd
- Enterprise security teams
- Open source contributors worldwide
Why Contribute to ProjectDiscovery?
Real-World Impact
Your contributions will directly impact security tools used in production by thousands of professionals worldwide. Work on meaningful projects that help make the internet more secure.Learn Advanced Skills
- Security Expertise: Deep dive into application security, vulnerability research, and exploit development
- Go Programming: Master Go by working on high-performance security tools
- Open Source: Learn best practices for open source development and community collaboration
- Software Engineering: Build scalable, production-grade software with comprehensive testing
Expert Mentorship
Work with experienced security researchers and open source maintainers who are passionate about teaching and collaboration. Our mentors have:- Years of experience in security research
- Deep knowledge of vulnerability discovery
- Proven track record in open source development
- Active involvement in the security community
Vibrant Community
Join our active community on Discord with 20,000+ members:- Get help from experienced contributors
- Participate in technical discussions
- Share your knowledge with others
- Network with security professionals
2026 Program Details
Application Timeline: Applications open March 18 and close April 1, 2026 at 18:00 UTC. Don’t miss the deadline!
Key Dates
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| March 18, 2026 | Applications Open |
| April 1, 2026 | Application Deadline (18:00 UTC) |
| May 1, 2026 | Selected Contributors Announced |
| May 1-26, 2026 | Community Bonding Period |
| May 27, 2026 | Coding Period Begins |
| July 7-14, 2026 | Midterm Evaluations |
| September 1-8, 2026 | Final Evaluations |
Project Sizes
Contributors can choose between two project sizes: Medium (175 hours)- Approximately 12-14 weeks
- 12-15 hours per week
- Ideal for focused feature additions or improvements
- Approximately 12-14 weeks
- 25-30 hours per week
- Suitable for comprehensive projects or major features
Available Projects
We have exciting projects across our tool ecosystem:Nuclei Projects
Work on the most popular vulnerability scanner
Katana Projects
Enhance our web crawling framework
httpx Projects
Improve our HTTP toolkit
Custom Ideas
Propose your own project
Get Started
Ready to apply? Follow these steps:- Join Discord - Connect with mentors and community
- Explore Tools - Try our tools and understand how they work
- Read Getting Started - Learn the application process
- Make Contributions - Start contributing to our projects
- Review Projects - Choose a project that interests you
- Submit Proposal - Follow our proposal guidelines
What We’re Looking For
Ideal Contributors
- Strong programming skills (especially in Go)
- Interest in security and vulnerability research
- Self-motivated and able to work independently
- Good communication skills
- Active participation in open source communities
- Willingness to learn and take feedback
Successful Contributors Will
- Commit 12-30 hours per week (depending on project size)
- Communicate regularly with mentors (at least twice weekly)
- Submit quality code with tests and documentation
- Participate in code reviews
- Engage with the community
- Complete project milestones on time
Support and Resources
Communication Channels
- Discord: Primary communication channel - Join here
- GitHub: Code, issues, and pull requests
- Email: For private communications with admins
Documentation
Getting Started
How to apply and participate
Application Process
Proposal guidelines and tips
FAQ
Common questions answered
Community Guide
How to engage with us
Questions?
Have questions about GSoC 2026 at ProjectDiscovery?- Check our FAQ
- Ask in our Discord community #gsoc channel
- Review the official GSoC documentation