@dkayiwa Even I think it’s high time for it now … Been together for 11 years now … How and when should I propose her ?? Probably over a cup of code ?? 
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hey everyone
my name is Ahmed Hassan. I am a 3rd prep student from egypt. this is my first year in GCI.
I immediately liked it and wanted to participate in it and work on projects and meet new people from all over the globe who share the same interests as me and become friend.so iam looking forward to getting to know everyone and to all have fun 
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Hello, my name is Drew Isaacson from the US. I am currently a sophomore in high school, enrolled in a computer science program. Open-source development has always been an interest of mine, but I never really found the drive or time to apply myself to such a project. With GCI and OpenMRS, I will finally be able to gain experience in open-source programming which I will hopefully carry on into my future. Also, OpenMRS is a great cause for coding! Though this is my first year of GCI, I anticipate that I may contribute something to the project and learn a lot while doing it. I aim to expand my studies in the field of software development or machine learning; playing video games has always been a hobby of mine. Otherwise, I enjoy basketball and am in the boy scouts. Thanks for the amazing opportunity!
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Hello everyone,
I’m Georgiana, I’m a high school senior in the USA but I am originally from Jamaica. This is my first year in GCI! One of the many things I found interesting about OpenMRS is its distinctive mission. Many of my family members in Jamaica struggle to find efficient healthcare that isn’t unpredictable or high-priced which constantly worries the rest of my family who lives abroad, so being apart of a solution that tackles this problem is an amazing experience!
I love bullet journaling, photography, and coffee! I usually spend my spare time leading my robotics and cybersecurity teams or annoying my brothers! I am looking forward to helping write code that will save lives!
Sincerely,
“flashlightgirl” AKA Georgiana Wright
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Hi!
My name is Jake Du, and I’m a freshmen from Memphis, TN. I am interested in some of OpenMRS’s aspects, and want to learn more about Open Source. In addition, I wanted to communicate with some of the Mentors to potentially walk away with some knowledge. Looking forward to a good Google Code-In! Jake Du
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I am a senior at a high school in Eastern China. Last year, I stumbled upon GCI on Google’s education homepage. It was a wonderful chance for me to start with open source software development, so I jumped right in and participated in 2016.
This year, I found OpenMRS directly on the GCI website, and I was instantly hooked to its mission of helping people around the world gain access to a free, open source medical record system. Coincidentally, I had some previous experience with Java and web technologies, so OpenMRS is like a perfect fit for me! Programming aside, I am interested in philosophy and cognitive science. I also like listening to post-rock, a lot 
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I am from Palo Alto, California.
The thing I found most interesting about Google Code-in is the variety of different tasks which illuminates the different ways coding can come into play in the business world.
I have not participated in Google Code-in but I am excited to do it this year.
I am interested in music, specifically Ukulele, Guitar, and Bass and also love coding.
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@imaculgy I’m in the boy scouts too!
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Hi!
I am John Chen, currently a freshman in high school. This is the first time I am participating in GCI and I look forward to working with OpenMRS in the next couple of weeks and in the years to come. While I was learning about the Google Code In mentor organizations, I came across OpenMRS and was inspired by its mission of providing accessible health care software in resource-constrained environments. By getting involved in the OpenMRS community, I hope to contribute to the improvement of healthcare in developing countries and communities around the world.
I am a cellist, coder, redditor, gamer and golfer who is also interested in history, politics and literature. While I have a strong interest in the social sciences, my key interest is in computer science, with a focus on areas such as programming and data science/analysis. I have an intermediate proficiency in Java and Python, and a basic understanding of Javascript, git and bash. Currently, I am participating in the programming club and competitive robotics team at my school.
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Hey @johncgci1871, I’m a cellist too. How long have you been playing for?
Why hello there!
My name’s Michael MacLeod. I’m a high school senior in California. who really loves computer science. This will be my first time participating in Google Code-in.
When I wake up I think about computer science. I eat computer science for breakfast. At school I can’t focus on my classes because I’m too excited about what I’ll be coding when I get home.
Silliness aside, I’ve taken a computer science class in Java. More recently I’ve been learning some other languages like Rust and Javascript. I’m especially interested in functional programming (Haskell, Lisp, etc). A bunch of the projects I’ve made are hosted on my github.
I’m really excited to start working on OpenMRS. It’s really cool to think that what I contribute can potentially help people across the world.
That’s about it I guess; hope to see 'yall around!
~m
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around 7 years actually, but I’m not super good
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Hey guys my name is Ashish and I am from india. It is my first time in GCI and its really fun here. Daily I am getting new challenges which are damm interesting. I always loved programming and my friend wants to help in in medical field. So he suggested me to join Open MRS. I want to be a developer so that I can develop some cool stuffs.
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Hello everyone!
My name is Daniil and I am from Russia. I’ve discovered Google Code In this summer and was interested in participating in it. OpenMRS uses Java in their platform so I want to contribute! I have never participated in GCI so this is my first time. I want to use Java in future and especially Spring framework.
Looking forward for another great year of GCI! 
Thanks, Daniil
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Hi my name is Tai Jones. I’m a high school senior participating in the google code-in and found OpenMRS to be the most interesting thing the website had to offer. I’m looking forward to the new skills I’ll acquire for helping people. Responsible coding!
-Tai Jones
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hi, am sheldon asingwire from kampala uganda.I am in form six vacation now am very happy to join this community and i want to learn more about open source software deveiopment . i was told about this by @tendomart he told me a lot and am curious to know how i can take part in google code in because i have really picked interest.
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am Edgar Mfitundinda from Kampala Uganda. i am in senior four.i am happy and interesed in jlearning about the community,google code and openmrs software designing.ihave been mentoed to join this community by @tendomart . thank you
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I’m Roland Wen from Taiwan. This is the first time I participate in GCI, and the tasks are very interesting. Almost all range of difficulties in involved in those tasks. I’m interested in playing baseball and programming. Since I’m a 10th grader, I hope I could participate IOI someday.
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Hey Everyone, I’m Shubham Rohila from India. I am participating for the Third time in GCI but this is my first time working with Open MRS form rest Open MRS is the most friendly one. I’m interested in playing basketball and online arcade Games. THANKS
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That’s cool @johncgci1871. Do you have a favorite song you’ve played?