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Evolution and Impact of Open Source Projects
Exploring the journey of an individual's involvement in the SALT project, the chapter delves into the efficiency of Salt as a configuration management system compared to tools like Ansible, Chef, and Puppet. It discusses the dynamics of open-source projects starting independently and getting acquired, the potential impact of acquisitions on the community, and the complexities of changes in open source licenses. The chapter also highlights the benefits of open source code, challenges of closed systems, and the importance of foundations for protecting independent projects and maintaining open governance in the tech industry.