Open Source Considerations
Amanda and Guy discuss the complexities of adopting an open-source model, especially in the context of security tools. Guy emphasizes that while open source can enhance accessibility and trust, it doesn't guarantee success without effective marketing and community building. He reflects on the initial decision to open source their product, noting that it primarily attracted competitors rather than users, highlighting the need for a supportive service infrastructure.In this clip
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How can open source projects succeed?
What are the motivations behind open sourcing in the episode E143: Bringing Software Engineering Best Practices to Data and the clip Delivering Value First from the episode The war for the soul of open source and the clip Open Source Values? What are you trying to achieve from an open source community perspective?