# Where to Find Support for the OSSU Computer Science Courses: A Complete Guide > Need support for OSSU computer science courses? Find help on Discord, report bugs via GitHub Issues, and consult our extensive documentation including FAQ MD and HELP MD for quick answers. - Repository: [Open Source Society University/computer-science](https://github.com/ossu/computer-science) - Tags: tutorial - Published: 2026-02-24 --- **The OSSU Computer Science curriculum provides dedicated support through Discord for real-time help, GitHub Issues for curriculum bugs, and comprehensive documentation including FAQ.md and HELP.md.** The ossu/computer-science repository maintains official documentation files that provide structured support for the OSSU computer science courses, ensuring learners pursuing the self-taught degree never study in isolation. Whether you encounter technical platform errors or need clarification on curriculum requirements, the project channels inquiries through specific files and community hubs documented in the source code. ## Discord Community Server The **Discord server** serves as the primary real-time chat hub for all OSSU students. According to [`README.md`](https://github.com/ossu/computer-science/blob/main/README.md), the Community section contains the invite link to this server, which functions as the first place for introductions, course-specific questions, and peer troubleshooting. The [`HELP.md`](https://github.com/ossu/computer-science/blob/main/HELP.md) file also references this channel as the primary venue for rapid discussion and immediate community engagement. ## GitHub Issue Tracker For curriculum-related bugs, outdated course links, or formal suggestions, **GitHub Issues** create a permanent record for maintainer review. As documented in the repository's Community guidelines within [`README.md`](https://github.com/ossu/computer-science/blob/main/README.md), opening an issue allows contributors to respond directly and track resolution progress, ensuring curriculum accuracy over time. ## Self-Service Documentation ### FAQ.md The **[`FAQ.md`](https://github.com/ossu/computer-science/blob/main/FAQ.md)** file contains a curated list of common questions covering Firebase app deprecation, financial aid resources, and platform-specific troubleshooting. The source code indicates this file serves as the first-line defense for self-service support, often resolving problems instantly without requiring external contact. ### HELP.md The **[`HELP.md`](https://github.com/ossu/computer-science/blob/main/HELP.md)** file provides a concise "Getting help" guide that summarizes when to consult the FAQ, how to join Discord, and general troubleshooting workflows. This file bridges the gap between the high-level README and detailed FAQ entries. ### CONTRIBUTING.md The **[`CONTRIBUTING.md`](https://github.com/ossu/computer-science/blob/main/CONTRIBUTING.md)** file establishes governance protocols for filing issues, proposing curriculum changes, and interacting with project maintainers. It redirects users to Discord and GitHub Issues for discussions about potential improvements to the curriculum structure. ## Command-Line Access to Support Resources You can navigate directly to support resources using standard Unix commands. These examples open the primary documentation in your default browser: ```bash # Open Discord for real-time community support xdg-open "https://discord.gg/wuytwK5s9h" # Navigate to the main repository page xdg-open "https://github.com/ossu/computer-science" # Access the FAQ directly for immediate answers xdg-open "https://github.com/ossu/computer-science/blob/master/FAQ.md" # Open Issues page to file formal bugs or curriculum questions xdg-open "https://github.com/ossu/computer-science/issues" ``` These commands implement the recommended support workflow: check [`FAQ.md`](https://github.com/ossu/computer-science/blob/main/FAQ.md) first, join Discord for rapid peer discussion, and escalate to GitHub Issues if the problem relates to curriculum accuracy. ## Summary - **Discord** offers immediate peer support through the Community section of [`README.md`](https://github.com/ossu/computer-science/blob/main/README.md), serving as the primary real-time chat hub for course questions - **GitHub Issues** provide formal tracking for curriculum bugs and suggestions documented in [`README.md`](https://github.com/ossu/computer-science/blob/main/README.md) and [`CONTRIBUTING.md`](https://github.com/ossu/computer-science/blob/main/CONTRIBUTING.md) - **[`FAQ.md`](https://github.com/ossu/computer-science/blob/main/FAQ.md)** delivers self-service answers to Firebase deprecation, financial aid, and technical platform questions - **[`HELP.md`](https://github.com/ossu/computer-science/blob/main/HELP.md)** and **[`CONTRIBUTING.md`](https://github.com/ossu/computer-science/blob/main/CONTRIBUTING.md)** guide users through troubleshooting steps and community contribution protocols ## Frequently Asked Questions ### How do I access the Discord server for course help? The Discord invite link resides in the Community section of [`README.md`](https://github.com/ossu/computer-science/blob/main/README.md) and inside [`HELP.md`](https://github.com/ossu/computer-science/blob/main/HELP.md). This server functions as the primary real-time support channel where learners introduce themselves, ask course-specific questions, and discuss study strategies with the global OSSU community. ### When should I open a GitHub Issue versus asking on Discord? Open a GitHub Issue when you encounter curriculum bugs, broken course links, or require permanent documentation of a suggestion affecting [`README.md`](https://github.com/ossu/computer-science/blob/main/README.md), [`FAQ.md`](https://github.com/ossu/computer-science/blob/main/FAQ.md), or course listings. Use Discord for quick troubleshooting, study group formation, and questions about course content that do not require codebase changes. ### What common problems does the FAQ solve? The [`FAQ.md`](https://github.com/ossu/computer-science/blob/main/FAQ.md) file addresses Firebase app deprecation procedures, financial aid resources for paid certificates, platform-specific technical requirements, and enrollment logistics. The document serves as the first-line support resource, often resolving issues instantly without requiring Discord or GitHub intervention. ### How can I contribute to improving OSSU support documentation? The [`CONTRIBUTING.md`](https://github.com/ossu/computer-science/blob/main/CONTRIBUTING.md) file outlines specific procedures for proposing changes to [`HELP.md`](https://github.com/ossu/computer-science/blob/main/HELP.md), [`FAQ.md`](https://github.com/ossu/computer-science/blob/main/FAQ.md), or other support files. Contributors can comment on existing issues or submit pull requests to enhance documentation, with the understanding that significant changes may require discussion in Discord or GitHub Issues first.