Benny Vasquez

Benny Vasquez, Chair of the AlmaLinux OS Foundation, shares his journey from CentOS to leading a vibrant community-driven project. He discusses how AlmaLinux emerged as a trustworthy alternative following Red Hat's shift, emphasizing its open and neutral governance. Benny highlights the project's commitment to sustainability and adaptability, making it suitable for both enterprise and legacy systems. Additionally, he touches on the integration of .NET and the importance of community support, showcasing AlmaLinux's role in the ever-evolving open-source landscape.

Benny Vasquez, Chair of the AlmaLinux OS Foundation and seasoned open-source advocate, dives into how AlmaLinux was born from the turmoil of Red Hat's licensing changes. He explains the technical nuances between AlmaLinux, CentOS Stream, and Red Hat Enterprise Linux, emphasizing AlmaLinux's stability and community-driven governance. Benny chats about the easy migration process from CentOS to AlmaLinux and the impact of OS choices on compatibility. His insights reveal how AlmaLinux aims to foster an inclusive community while supporting enterprise needs.