We’re in a brave, new post open source world

2/18/2016

In this thought-provoking essay, the author discusses the evolving landscape of open-source software and the implications of the growing dominance of closed-source platforms. The article explores how the open-source movement has played a crucial role in shaping the digital world, with communities collaborating and contributing to freely accessible software. However, the author argues that the rise of closed-source platforms, controlled by a few powerful companies, is shifting the dynamics of software development and potentially limiting innovation. The author highlights the need for new approaches to foster openness, collaboration, and user empowerment in this post-open-source world.

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