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ANTHOLOGY — Maintaining maintainers (Interview)

The Changelog: Software Development, Open Source

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Empowering Open Source through Documentation and Funding

This chapter emphasizes the dual importance of documenting problem-solving processes and implementing effective funding mechanisms for open source projects. It discusses the evolution of GitHub Sponsors and various initiatives like mentorship programs designed to elevate open source maintainers. The conversation also explores innovative funding strategies, the necessity of centralized resources for maintainers, and the challenges associated with fair compensation in the open source community.

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