637: Approachable Open Source with Brian Muenzenmeyer

Brian Muenzenmeyer, a Principal Front End Engineer and author of 'Approachable Open Source,' discusses making open source projects more inviting. He shares his journey from novice to active contributor, emphasizing community involvement. The conversation dives into the challenges of managing open source ecosystems, likening them to community gardens. Muenzenmeyer also highlights the critical importance of licensing, ethical considerations, and the rewarding, yet tough, journey of self-publishing his book.