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Navigating Open Source and Commercial Interests
This chapter explores Sentry's open source pledge and the intricate balance between community benefits and business goals. The discussion highlights the transition to proprietary licensing while supporting open source alternatives, emphasizing the importance of funding and collaboration within the software ecosystem. Furthermore, the chapter addresses the challenges faced by the JavaScript and PHP communities, focusing on standardization, commercialization, and the need for companies to contribute back to open source projects.