The Changelog: Software Development, Open Source The ol' hot & juicy (Friends)
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Apr 26, 2024 Adam Jacob, founder of System Initiative and an open source expert, returns to tackle the latest drama where open source meets business. He discusses the implications of IBM acquiring HashiCorp and the ethical dilemmas it raises in the tech community. The conversation dives into the challenges of sustainable business models for open source projects and the complex dynamics of pricing strategies. Jacob also shares insights on enhancing developer workflows and emphasizes the need for collaboration and community ethics in the evolving tech landscape.
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Open-Source Drama and Adam's Absence
- Jerod Santo noted Adam Jacob's absence from Twitter often coincides with open-source drama.
- This time, it was the OpenTofu cease and desist letter.
Matt Asay's OpenTofu Article
- Matt Asay's article about OpenTofu accusing a developer of theft seemed like bad faith to Adam Jacob.
- Asay's silence after evidence contradicted him suggests a possible hidden agenda.
HashiCorp's Cease and Desist Strategy
- HashiCorp strategically used the cease and desist letter to create doubt around OpenTofu.
- This tactic addresses their sales problem by giving clients a reason not to choose the free alternative.