The Changelog: Software Development, Open Source Fostering open source culture (Interview)
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Feb 13, 2025 Arun Gupta, VP at Intel and author of "Fostering Open Source Culture," shares insights on building an open source ecosystem within organizations. He discusses strategies that enhance collaboration and community engagement, emphasizing real-world anecdotes from his time at Intel. Gupta also explores the balance between philanthropy and self-interest in open sourcing technology, highlighting InnerSource benefits. The conversation compares hackathons to high-intensity training, showcasing how such events foster creativity and connection among developers.
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Two Decades of Open Source
- Arun Gupta has fostered open-source culture in various companies, including Sun Microsystems, Red Hat, Couchbase, Amazon, Apple, and Intel.
- At Sun, simple cultural shifts like moving hallway conversations to public mailing lists fostered transparency and community engagement.
Active Participation in Open Source
- Advocate for active open-source participation, not just usage.
- Contribute, support, and engage with communities, moving beyond simply using open-source tools.
Engaging with Open Source
- Companies benefit from engaging with open source by addressing unique problems and building credibility.
- Active participation, like becoming a maintainer, fosters community relationships and helps resolve issues faster.
