Shay Banon

In this engaging discussion, Rachel Stephens, a tech analyst at RedMonk, dives into the concept of rug pulls and their value. Caleb Porzio reveals his journey to earning $1 million through GitHub Sponsors, sharing invaluable insights. Shay Banon, founder of Elastic, proudly announces Elasticsearch's return to open source. Lastly, writer Tomas Stropus shares his thoughts on the art of finishing projects and the significance of celebrating small wins. It's a blend of innovation, success stories, and encouragement in the tech world.

Shay Banon, the creator of Elasticsearch and founder of Elastic, dives into Elasticsearch's return to open source. He discusses the complexities of licensing and the emotional challenges surrounding the initial decision to move away from open source. The conversation touches on trademark law, the competitive landscape with cloud providers, and the impact on the developer community. Banon highlights how this shift benefits users and explores the evolving role of open source in AI advancements and the tech industry.

Shay Banon, the creator of Elasticsearch and founder of Elastic, reveals the fascinating journey back to open-source. He discusses the complexities of open-source licensing and trademark law that led to their previous switch to a more restrictive model. The conversation digs into Amazon renaming its product to OpenSearch and the significance of branding in the open-source realm. Banon also highlights the emotional challenges the company faced and the broader impact on community perception and sustainability in the tech world.