A US-based founder, Lee Calcote, publicly shared an abusive message he received from an Indian techie on LinkedIn. The message was allegedly sent on behalf of another developer who had failed to qualify for the 2025 Google Summer of Code (GSoC). The screenshot, shared on Calcote’s X profile, showed harsh language in Hindi and a shocking lack of professionalism.
Calcote responded to the situation with humour. He rated the sender’s creativity and grammar, calling it ineffective and inaccurate. However, what began as a single disturbing message soon escalated. Calcote revealed that he started receiving threats asking him to take down the posts exposing the abuse.
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Many netizens condemned the techie’s behaviour. Indian developers and professionals expressed deep embarrassment over the incident. Some pointed out that the industry needs to hold such individuals accountable.
Others reflected on the damaging attitude among young tech aspirants who view rejection as a personal insult instead of an opportunity to grow.
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This kind of behaviour is not just unprofessional but harmful to the global reputation of Indian developers. With Indian talent increasingly playing a key role in international tech communities, such incidents risk painting a poor image of the entire ecosystem. It also undermines the work of countless dedicated and ethical Indian developers who build strong global connections through respect and collaboration.
It should be understood by now, that professionalism and humility are as important as technical skills, especially in a global and interconnected industry.
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I have no idea who @ShivanshxDev is or why he's upset. Didn't get selected for GSoC? I give him:
– 4 out of 10 for creativity
– 3 out of 10 for accuracy (I will die someday and I am ginger).
– 0 out of 10 for grammar
– 0 out of 10 for effectiveness pic.twitter.com/a44sOffYUv— Lee Calcote (@lcalcote) May 9, 2025
