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The Changelog: Software Development, Open Source

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Funding Open Source: The Polar Approach

This chapter explores the inspiration behind Polar, a funding platform aimed at supporting open source and indie developers. The speaker shares their personal journey in programming and highlights the vital need for sustainable funding models in the open source community. It discusses various monetization strategies, emphasizing a flexible approach for creators to engage and generate income while addressing the challenges faced in existing sponsorship models.

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