The article interviews maintainers of some of the world’s most critical software, including the Linux kernel, the OpenBSD operating system, and the Apache HTTP Server. The maintainers share their insights on how to build and maintain successful open source projects. By The Linux Foundation.
One of the key lessons is the importance of community. Successful open source projects have a strong community of users and contributors who are passionate about the project. The maintainers of these projects work hard to foster a welcoming and inclusive community.
Another key lesson is the importance of documentation. Good documentation is essential for users and contributors to understand how to use and contribute to the project. The maintainers of successful open source projects invest heavily in creating and maintaining good documentation.
Finally, the maintainers interviewed in the article all emphasize the importance of process. Successful open source projects have well-defined processes for handling bug reports, feature requests, and contributions. These processes help to ensure that the project is well-managed and that everyone involved is treated fairly.
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