A Year Of Contribution.
A Launch Into What's Next.
TAKEOFF is Open Source Nest's flagship annual event; celebrating real community impact, spotlighting emerging contributors, and setting the direction for the year ahead in open source.
TAKEOFF is Open Source Nest's flagship annual event; a milestone that brings the community together to reflect on impact, spotlight contributors, and set the direction for the year ahead in open source. Open source powers critical global digital infrastructure, yet meaningful participation remains out of reach for many. TAKEOFF exists to change that narrative by centering people, their learning journeys, contributions, and growth.
Through shared stories, real projects, and community connection, TAKEOFF reinforces a simple truth: sustainable open source ecosystems are built when emerging talent is intentionally supported, celebrated, and connected to opportunity.
In its first year of independent operation, Open Source Nest recorded tangible community impact across education, contribution, and ecosystem engagement.
TAKEOFF 2026 celebrates this progress, and sets the stage for what comes next.
Who is TAKEOFF for?
Bringing together contributors, learners, and ecosystem
builders shaping open source.
Contributors
Developers, designers, writers, and community builders contributing across open source.
Students & Starters
Students and early-career technologists exploring open source pathways.
Maintainers
Open-source contributors and maintainers growing sustainable projects.
Ecosystem Builders
Educators, researchers, and organizations supporting open-source growth.
Sponsors
