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ANTHOLOGY — Maintaining maintainers (Interview)

The Changelog: Software Development, Open Source

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Sustaining Open Source: Recruitment and Responsibility

This chapter explores the recruitment process for open source software maintainers, emphasizing the need for passion and diverse experiences. It discusses corporate sponsorship roles, financial contributions, and the challenges faced by maintainers, including burnout and the necessity for succession planning. The conversation highlights the importance of community building and clear guidelines to ensure the sustainability of open source projects.

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