Giant Conversations GC - #10 Unpacking Open Source with Cortney Nickerson
May 9, 2024
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Giant Conversations Episode #10
Topic
Unpacking Open Source with Cortney Nickerson
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Starring: Cortney Nickerson
Main topic
From KubeCon in Paris, we asked our guest this question: Can successful open source projects only originate from organizations that don’t prioritize monetizing the project?
Cortney's answer resonated with us in the era of new Open Source Licensing, and we just had to have her on.
Theme: Corporations and Open Source:
- How should corporations approach and engage with open source projects?
- What are the benefits and challenges for corporations when getting involved in open source?
Theme: Open Source as a Business Model:
- Can open source be a sustainable business model for companies, especially those founded specifically for an open source project?
Theme: Role of Big Tech Companies:
- Do you think big tech companies should be the primary drivers of open source projects?
- How do the contributions and influence of big tech companies shape the open source ecosystem?
- Should we expect open source innovation to primarily come from big tech companies, or is there room for smaller players and community-driven projects?
Theme: Balancing Corporate Interests and Open Source Values:
- How can corporations strike a balance between their commercial interests and the values of the open source community?
- What are some best practices for corporations to engage with open source projects in a mutually beneficial way?
- How can corporations foster a culture of open source contribution and collaboration within their organizations?