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🌟 Top 150+ Open Source GitHub Repositories (Curated by Category)

A curated, categorized, and regularly updated list of must-see open source repositories for developers, students, and tech enthusiasts.

🚀 Roadmaps & Learning Paths

developer-roadmap — Interactive roadmaps, guides and paths for developers.
project-based-learning — Learn programming by building projects.
coding-interview-university — Mega study plan for coding interviews.
system-design-primer — Learn how to design large-scale systems.
tech-interview-handbook — Essential tech interview preparation.
interview-prep — Everything you need to nail your tech interviews.
public-apis — List of free public APIs for development.
Machine-Learning-Roadmap — Roadmap to becoming a machine learning expert.
frontend-dev-bookmarks — Frontend development resources and best practices.
web-developer-resources — Comprehensive web development resources.
data-science-resources — Data science learning path and resources.
free-programming-books — Free programming books for all languages and platforms.

🌐 Web Development

freeCodeCamp — Learn to code for free.
30-seconds-of-code — Short JavaScript code snippets.
javascript-algorithms — Algorithms and data structures in JS.
react — The library for web and native user interfaces.
vue — The progressive JavaScript framework.
angular — One framework, mobile & desktop.
next.js — The React framework for production.
nuxt — The Intuitive Vue Framework.
awesome-react — Curated list of React resources.
awesome-vue — Curated resources for Vue.js devs.
nodebestpractices — Node.js best practices.
storybook — UI component explorer for frontend devs.
css-protips — Tips to improve your CSS skills.
awesome-tailwindcss — Resources for Tailwind CSS.
md8-habibullah/jsdelivr — A free CDN for open source, npm, GitHub, and more.

📱 Mobile Development

React-Native — Build native apps using React.
Flutter — Beautiful native apps in record time.
React-Native-Apps — Curated list of open source React Native apps.
android-architecture — Android app architecture samples.
awesome-flutter — Curated Flutter libraries, tools, tutorials.
awesome-android-ui — Android UI libraries.

👨‍💻 Programming Languages & Algorithms

TheAlgorithms/Python — All Algorithms implemented in Python.
TheAlgorithms/Java — All Algorithms implemented in Java.
TheAlgorithms/C-Plus-Plus — All Algorithms implemented in C++.
awesome-python — Curated list of awesome Python frameworks, libraries, and software.
awesome-go — Curated list of Go frameworks, libraries, and software.
You-Dont-Know-JS — Book series diving deep into JS core mechanisms.
rust — Empowering everyone to build reliable and efficient software.
awesome-rust — Curated Rust libraries and resources.
python-patterns — Patterns in Python.
awesome-cpp — C++ resources and libraries.
awesome-java — Curated list of Java frameworks/libraries.
awesome-typescript — TypeScript resources and tools.

⚙️ DevOps & Infrastructure

free-for-dev — List of free services for developers.
devops-exercises — DevOps and SRE interview questions and exercises.
kubernetes — Production-Grade Container Scheduling and Management.
docker — Docker Community Edition.
awesome-devops — Curated DevOps resources.
ansible — Ansible is a radically simple IT automation platform.
terraform — Infrastructure as Code.
awesome-docker — A curated list of Docker resources.
prometheus — Monitoring system & time series database.
awesome-kubernetes — Kubernetes curated resources.
awesome-ciandcd — CI/CD resources and tools.
awesome-terraform — Curated list for Terraform.
md8-habibullah/ansible — Ansible playbooks, guides, and resources.

🧪 Data Science & Machine Learning

tensorflow — Open Source Machine Learning Framework.
pytorch — Tensors and Dynamic neural networks in Python with strong GPU acceleration.
scikit-learn — Machine Learning in Python.
fastai — High-level framework for fast, accurate deep learning.
pandas — Data analysis library for Python.
awesome-machine-learning — Curated machine learning resources.
Data-Science-For-Beginners — 10 weeks, 20 lessons, Data Science for all!
data-science-interviews — Data science interview questions and answers.
awesome-deep-learning — Deep learning resources.
awesome-data-science — Data science resources.
awesome-nlp — Natural Language Processing resources.
awesome-ai — Artificial Intelligence resources.

🏗️ System Design & Architecture

system-design-primer — Learn how to design large-scale systems.
system-design-resources — Extensive collection of system design resources.
awesome-system-design — Curated list of system design materials.
design-patterns-for-humans — Design patterns explained simply.
awesome-microservices — Curated list on Microservices.
awesome-architecture — Software architecture resources.
awesome-scalability — High scalability, availability, and stability patterns.

📚 Awesome Lists & Resources

awesome — The most awesome curated lists on GitHub.
awesome-awesomeness — A curated list of awesome awesomeness.
best-of-lists — Discover awesome open-source projects, ranked by quality and updated weekly.
awesome-lists — List of awesome lists.
awesome-cheatsheets — Useful programming cheatsheets.
awesome-design — Curated list of design resources.
awesome-interview-questions — Lists of interview questions by technology.
Project-Awesome.org — A categorized web interface for awesome lists.
awesome.facts.dev — The most popular awesome lists on GitHub, ranked and categorized.
awesome-open-source — Search, curate, and share the best open-source projects.
top-github-repositories-which-everyone-should-look — A handpicked list of top GitHub repositories everyone should look at.

🛠️ Developer Tools & Utilities

gitignore — Useful .gitignore templates.
ohmyzsh — A delightful community-driven framework for managing your zsh configuration.
powerlevel10k — Super flexible and fast zsh theme.
prettier — Code formatter.
eslint — Pluggable JavaScript linter.
homebrew — The missing package manager for macOS (or Linux).
nvm — Node version manager.
fzf — A command-line fuzzy finder.
tmux — Terminal multiplexer.
ripgrep — Fast command-line search tool.
shields — Quality metadata badges for open source projects.

🏆 GitHub Profile & Achievement Showcases

github-profile-trophy - Show off your GitHub trophies on your profile.
profile-readme-stats - Dynamic stats for your GitHub profile README.

🎨 Themes & Customizations

plymouth-themes - Collection of beautiful Linux boot splash themes.
awesome-terminal-fonts - Fonts patched with a high number of glyphs/icons.

🎨 Design, Frontend & UX

design-resources-for-developers — Curated list of design resources.
awesome-design-systems — Design systems, pattern libraries, and more.
tailwindcss — Utility-first CSS framework.
bootstrap — The most popular HTML, CSS, and JS library.
fontawesome — The iconic font and CSS toolkit.
awesome-css — CSS frameworks, tools, and resources.

📊 Visualization, Data & Charts

awesome-visualization — Curated list of visualization libraries.
d3 — Bring data to life with SVG, Canvas and HTML.
chart.js — Simple yet flexible JavaScript charting.
awesome-dataviz — Curated list of data visualization libraries.
echarts — Powerful visualization library for browser.

💼 Job Search & Career

tech-jobs-with-relocation — Tech jobs with relocation.
engineering-blogs — A curated list of engineering blogs.
awesome-remote-job — Curated list of remote jobs.

🗃️ Miscellaneous / General

best-websites-a-programmer-should-visit — Useful sites for programmers.
what-happens-when — What happens when you type a URL into your browser.
build-your-own-x — Tutorials on building your own DB, Shell, etc.
awesome-hacker-news — Everything about Hacker News.
movies-for-hackers — Movies every hacker should watch.

💬 Top Open Source Chat & Workspace Messaging Platforms

Rocket.Chat — The leading open source team chat platform, Slack alternative, with rich integrations and self-hosting.
Mattermost — Secure, self-hosted Slack alternative for teams and enterprises.
Matrix (Synapse) — Matrix protocol reference server, a decentralized, federated, end-to-end encrypted messaging network.
Element — The flagship Matrix client, formerly Riot, web and desktop app.
Telegram (Unofficial, open clients) — Unofficial open source desktop client for Telegram.
Wire — Secure, cross-platform team collaboration platform.
Zulip — Powerful threaded open source group chat, great for remote teams.
Rocket.Chat.ReactNative — Mobile client for Rocket.Chat.
Jitsi Meet — Secure, scalable open source video chat and conferencing platform.
SimpleX Chat — Private, decentralized, and serverless messenger.
Conduit — Lightweight Matrix homeserver written in Rust.
Openfire — Real-time collaboration server based on XMPP protocol.
SOGo — Groupware server with calendar, contacts, and chat.
Open Source WhatsApp Clients — Unofficial WhatsApp Web API for Node.js.

🐧 Linux & Command Line Tools

A curated list of repositories to master Linux, shell scripting, and command-line tools.

jlevy/the-art-of-command-line — A comprehensive collection of tips and best practices for using the command line effectively.
bobbyiliev/101-linux-commands-ebook — An open-source eBook featuring 101 essential Linux commands.
kodekloudhub/linux-basics-course — A structured course covering Linux basics, including working with the shell and shell scripting.
danielmapar/LinuxCommandLine — Provides a collection of basic Linux commands and insights into the Linux file system hierarchy.
NaiveNeuron/TermAdventure — An interactive learning tool that teaches UNIX command-line skills through a text adventure game format.
tldr-pages/tldr — Simplified and community-driven man pages that provide concise examples for command-line tools.
krother/bash_tutorial — This tutorial helps you become familiar with bash, the Linux command line, through hands-on exercises.
nuitrcs/commandlineworkshop — A workshop that introduces the basics of the bash shell, covering essential commands and navigation techniques.
labex-labs/linux-free-tutorials — A collection of 80 free tutorials for Linux, offering a comprehensive learning path.
get543/linux-beginner-guide — An ultimate guide for beginner Linux users, covering keyboard shortcuts and basic commands.

🐚 Shell Customization Tools

🔧 Shell Frameworks & Configurations

Oh My Zsh – A delightful community-driven framework for managing your Zsh configuration.
Bash-it – A collection of community Bash commands and scripts.
Prezto – A speedy Zsh configuration framework.
md8-habibullah/awesome-shell – A curated list focusing on shell style and customization.

🎨 Prompt Themes & Enhancements

Powerlevel10k – A fast reimplementation of Powerlevel9k ZSH theme.
Starship – A minimal, blazing-fast, and customizable prompt for any shell.

🧩 Plugins & Extensions

zsh-autosuggestions – Fish-like autosuggestions for Zsh.
zsh-syntax-highlighting – Syntax highlighting for the Zsh shell.
fzf – A general-purpose command-line fuzzy finder.

🖼️ Terminal Aesthetics & Information

Neofetch – A command-line system information tool.
Fastfetch – A fast, customizable system info script.

🚀 Want More? Explore Further!

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🥇 best-of-lists — Discover curated “best-of” open-source projects by category.
🏅 Project-Awesome.org — Browse the best “Awesome” lists in a user-friendly way.
💼 Awesome Open Source — Find, curate, and share the best open-source projects.
🔍 GitHub Explore — Personalized recommendations for projects, topics, and collections.
📝 Awesome Lists — The motherlode of curated “awesome” lists.
🏆 GitHub Stars — See what top developers are starring.
📝 GitHub Topics — Browse open source projects by topics like AI, blockchain, web, and more.
🤖 GitHub Copilot — Your AI pair programmer (for code, not repo discovery!)
📰 Open Source Insights — Analyze and compare open source packages.
💬 Reddit r/opensource — Community-driven open source recommendations.
🧑‍💻 Hacker News “Show HN” — Trending open source launches.
📰 LibHunt - Curated lists — Trending and best open source project lists.

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