Mohamed Mwikalo – Open Source Contributions Portfolio

This repository documents my contributions to open-source projects, including proposed enhancements, PR summaries, and visuals. Each entry highlights my contributions, workflow, and professional Git practices.

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1️⃣ Face Recognition QR-Based Attendance System

Contribution: Proposed a geofencing utility function to validate attendance based on location.

PR Link: PR #43

Summary:

• Added utils/geofencing.py for distance-based attendance validation.
• Documented proposed workflow in the project README.
• Designed the function to be modular and non-intrusive to existing logic.
• Improved understanding of multi-factor validation (Face + QR + Location).

2️⃣ Courier Management System

Contribution: Proposed QR-code integration for real-time tracking of packages.

PR Link: PR #5

Summary:

• Enhanced README.md with detailed QR tracking proposal.
• Clearly labeled as an optional feature to avoid disrupting existing functionality.
• Worked on a dedicated branch to prevent merge conflicts.
• Improved documentation skills for communicating technical ideas to maintainers.

3️⃣ Gas Leak Detection System (ESP32 + Blynk)

Contribution: Suggested QR-code-based local monitoring to supplement Blynk alerts.

PR Link: PR #1

Summary:

• Documented QR-code local monitoring workflow in README.
• Preserved existing Blynk workflow to maintain system integrity.
• Discussed hardware testing considerations for ESP32, MQ-2 sensor, and buzzer.
• Demonstrated professional Git workflow with branch management and commits.

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