Hi everyone! I’m Harsh soni. I’m a Python developer with a strong interest in backend architecture and UX. I’m excited to apply for GSoC 2026 to work on the Admin Command Palette and Keyboard Shortcuts project.
I’ve already successfully set up the development environment and verified it by running the admin_scripts, admin_widgets, and admin_views test suites.
I am currently exploring the existing accessibility work in the admin and would love to hear any initial thoughts or specific areas the mentors would like to see prioritized for the command palette. Excited to get started!
Hi Harsh,
The project Admin Command Palette and Keyboard Shortcuts is not part of GSoC 2026. Our this year’s project list is : SummerOfCode2026 – Django
For more information you can refer Google Summer of Code 2026 with Django | Weblog | Django
hope that helps.
Thank you for pointing me to the correct 2026 list! I’ve spent some time reviewing it and would like to officially pivot my focus to ‘Improve the Developer Experience of the Django Admin.’
Since I already have the core tests passing locally, my next step is to explore the current Admin source code to identify specific areas where the DX (Developer Experience) can be streamlined—such as easier customization of templates or more intuitive API hooks for common tasks. I’ll be sharing some specific observations soon!