The Deep End by ODF CEO of Cal.com Bailey Pumfleet: building an open source rocketship ("Stripe for Time") | ODF alum
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Dec 13, 2024 Bailey Pumfleet, CEO of Cal.com and an innovator in open-source scheduling, shares insights on building a groundbreaking infrastructure company. He discusses the importance of transparency in a remote work environment and the challenges and strategies of launching an open-source project. Pumfleet emphasizes the analogy of 'Stripe for Time' to highlight efficient scheduling solutions. He also touches on fundraising strategies, customer understanding, and the impact of open-source technology on community empowerment. This conversation is rich with entrepreneurial wisdom!
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Open Source Considerations
- Carefully consider the drawbacks of open source before starting a business.
- Don't just apply open source to any product; ensure it aligns with the product's purpose and provides tangible benefits.
Open Source as a Growth Hack
- Open source can be a growth hack, but it's not sustainable without a solid business strategy.
- Open source's benefits, like self-hosting and privacy, are not universally valued by consumers.
Cal.com's Infrastructure Focus
- Cal.com started as an infrastructure company with the goal of being the "Stripe for time."
- Open source is crucial for infrastructure projects to allow deep customization and wide adoption.