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The freeCodeCamp Podcast
#148 Open Source is WILD. The craziest things The Changelog has seen in 15 years.
Nov 1, 2024
Adam Stachoviac and Jerod Santo, co-hosts of The Changelog, reflect on 15 years of open source evolution. They discuss the shifting landscape of open source, highlighting challenges like supply chain security and corporate influences. The duo dives into the complexities of collaboration and version control, revealing how community dynamics have transformed. They also touch on the importance of licensing and navigating personal growth through technology, offering insightful anecdotes about their journey and the tech community.
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- The evolution of open source has led to a divide between contributors and corporations, emphasizing the need for sustainable models.
- Maintainers of open source projects face growing pressure and burnout due to rising user expectations and demand for support.
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The Rise of Open Source Software
Open source software has become the dominant force in the software industry, with almost all modern software leveraging open source components. Developers initially created their projects with altruistic intentions, but as usage increased, so did the demand for updates and support, leading to burnout among maintainers. This evolution has created a divide between 'givers'—those who contribute to open source projects—and 'takers'—larger corporations that utilize this software without contributing back. This dynamic has resulted in a call for sustainable models within open source, highlighting the tension between community-driven projects and profit-driven enterprises.
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