GitHub Education Plan | 1 Year

The GitHub Education plan provides a wealth of resources and benefits for students, teachers, and schools. It aims to foster learning and collaboration in the software development field.

Key Features for Students:

• GitHub Student Developer Pack: This offers a collection of free developer tools, cloud services, and learning resources from various companies. Some notable inclusions are:

  • Free private repositories with unlimited collaborators on GitHub
  • Access to cloud services like AWS Educate, DigitalOcean, and more.
  • Educational discounts and free trials for development software.

• GitHub Classroom: This tool helps teachers create and manage assignments, track student progress, and provide feedback, all within the GitHub environment.

• Campus Experts Program: This program trains student leaders to be mentors and advocates for GitHub on their campuses, fostering a community of learners and developers.

Key Features for Teachers and Schools:

• GitHub Teacher Toolbox: This provides educators with resources and training to effectively use GitHub in their classrooms.
• GitHub Campus Program: This program provides schools with enhanced access to GitHub’s tools and resources, including GitHub Team for educational purposes and priority support.
• GitHub Sponsors: This program allows schools and open-source projects to receive financial support from the community.

Overall Benefits:

• Real-World Experience: Students gain hands-on experience with industry-standard tools and workflows.
• Collaboration: Teams can collaborate efficiently on projects, regardless of location.
• Portfolio Building: Students can showcase their skills and contributions on a public platform.
• Community: Access to a supportive network of developers and educators.

How to Access:

• Students: Can apply individually for the GitHub Student Developer Pack.
• Teachers and Schools: Can apply for the GitHub Campus Program or GitHub Teacher Toolbox.

The GitHub Education plan empowers students and educators to embrace open source, collaborate effectively, and build the skills they need to succeed in the tech industry. It’s a valuable resource for anyone involved in computer science education.