The Changelog: Software Development, Open Source The war for the soul of open source (Interview)
Jul 16, 2019
Adam Jacob, co-founder of Chef, dives into the pivotal issues surrounding open source. He reflects on its original greatness and the challenges that have emerged, including the pitfalls of open core models and sustainability. The conversation also explores the tensions between commercial interests and community values, emphasizing the need for genuine collaboration. With personal anecdotes and insights from the tech leadership landscape, Adam advocates for aligning open source endeavors with inclusive ideals and community engagement.
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Public Speaking Nerves
- Adam Jacob gets nervous speaking publicly, but he pushes through because he values his message.
- He sees public speaking as a sign of respect for the audience's time, attention, and money.
Allergic to Plants
- Adam Jacob's childhood allergies prevented him from doing yard work, revealing his dislike for such tasks.
- He now realizes his preference stems from a genuine aversion to those activities, not just allergies.
Chef's Journey
- Chef, co-founded by Adam Jacob, began as a consulting company and evolved into a SaaS and on-prem software provider.
- They recently open-sourced everything, focusing on a distribution model like Red Hat, which has yielded positive early results.