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Open Source Ecosystem and Governance

Navigating Global Regulations and Open Source: US OFAC Sanctions

Chinese language version is also available. 在这里阅读中文版本 Japanese language version is also available. 日本語版もございます Open source is a fundamental part of software supply chains and production systems. As such, it has reached a stage of maturity...  Read More

Linux Foundation | Jan 29, 2025

Cloud Computing, Open Source, Blog, 2024, ospo, linux blog, funding, state of open source, Open Source Ecosystem and Governance

Understanding the State of Open Source Funding in 2024

We’ve long understood that people are the engine that powers open source. Prior research has found different ways to measure the value, aggregate investment, or cost to rebuild open source. Yet, the state of actual open source investment...  Read More

Hilary Carter and Martin Woodward | Dec 18, 2024

Research, Web Application & Development, LF Research, Open Source, Blog, community tools, 2024, linux blog, Emerging Technology, skills development, Open Source Ecosystem and Governance

Unlocking Developer Potential: Exploring the Resources That Drive Career Growth

In early 2024, Intel sponsored a study with Linux Foundation Research to better understand what open source software developers need most to grow their careers and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving technology landscape. The study was rooted...  Read More

Hilary Carter | Nov 22, 2024

Research, LF Research, Open Source, 2024, japan spotlight, Open Source Ecosystem and Governance

Explore the 2024 Japan Spotlight Insights Report!

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The Linux Foundation | Oct 29, 2024

Research, LF Research, Open Source, Blog, 2024, OpenSearch, linux blog, Open Source Ecosystem and Governance

Open Source Maturity in Europe: Milestones, Opportunities, and Pathways in 2024

Open source software (OSS) is at a critical juncture in Europe, offering significant potential to drive digital innovation, enhance security, and promote digital autonomy. The new Linux Foundation Research report, Open Source Maturity in...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Sep 19, 2024

Open Source, Open Source Ecosystem and Governance

Maintainer Motivations, Challenges, and Best Practices on Open Source Software Security

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Anna Hermansen | Jan 30, 2024

Featured Post, Open Source Ecosystem and Governance

Actively Manage your Open Source Project Health with LFX Insights

As a project leader, you're constantly looking for ways to monitor the health of your community and nurture its growth. Our latest version of LFX insights will provide you with powerful new tools, dashboards, and metrics to understand your...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Oct 18, 2022

Featured Post, Open Source Ecosystem and Governance

LFX Enhances Data-Driven Collaboration Management

This year, the Linux Foundation rolled out a new and improved LFX, a powerful cloud-based solution for members and projects to foster productivity in communities of open source innovation. Our vision for LFX was to build a collaboration...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Oct 13, 2022

Open Source Ecosystem and Governance

Is it time for an OSPO in your organization?

Is your organization consuming open source software, or is it starting to contribute to open source projects? If so, perhaps it’s time for you to start an OSPO: an open source program office.  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Sep 2, 2022

Open Source Ecosystem and Governance

35 Podcasts Recommended by People You Can Trust

Because of my position as Executive Producer and host of The Untold Stories of Open Source, I frequently get asked, “What podcasts do you listen to when you’re not producing your own.” Interesting question. However, my personal preference,...  Read More

Mark Miller | Sep 2, 2022

Open Source Ecosystem and Governance

Elevate Your Organization’s Open Source Strategy

The role of software, specifically open source software, is more influential than ever and drives today’s innovation. Maintaining and growing future innovation depends on the open source community. Enterprises that understand this are...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Aug 23, 2022

Diversity & Inclusion, Open Source Ecosystem and Governance

LFX’22 Mentorship Experience with Open Horizon

The following post originally appeared on Medium. The author, Ruchi Pakhle, participated in our LFX Mentorship program this past spring. echo “amazing experience” Hey everyone! I am Ruchi Pakhle currently pursuing my Bachelor’s in Computer...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Aug 8, 2022

Open Source Ecosystem and Governance

The Life Cycles of Open Source Projects

There are hundreds of thousands of open source projects out there – many are innovative ideas, poised to make a positive impact on the world. There is a much smaller number that move from an idea with one or two maintainers to broad...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Jul 14, 2022

Open Source Ecosystem and Governance

Building a successful open source community: How coordination and facilitation helps projects scale and mature

Why do you need program management as part of your open source project? We asked a few of the Linux Foundation’s program managers to tell us how they each approach the task. How does coordination and facilitation help improve my project?...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | May 28, 2020

Open Source Ecosystem and Governance

Nithya Ruff on Open Source Contributions Beyond Code

Nithya Ruff talks with Swapnil Bhartiya about Comcast’s contributions to open source and more.  Read More

Swapnil Bhartiya | Nov 29, 2018

Open Source Ecosystem and Governance

Building Leadership in Open Source: A Free Guide

The latest Open Source Guide for the Enterprise from The TODO Group provides practical advice for building leadership in open source projects and communities.  Read More

The Linux Foundation | May 30, 2018

Open Source Ecosystem and Governance

The Open Source Program at Microsoft: How Open Source Thrives

Open source is a thriving part of Microsoft’s global works. And, the company’s open source journey has been neither as abrupt nor unexpected as it may have appeared.  Read More

Pam Baker | Mar 2, 2018

Open Source Ecosystem and Governance

Oath’s Top 5 Open Source Goals

Gil Yehuda, Senior Director of Open Source at Oath (which owns the Yahoo and AOL brands), describes the company’s open source goals.  Read More

Pam Baker | Jan 10, 2018

Open Source Ecosystem and Governance

Building Healthy Open Source Communities: Please Join Me for a Very Special Event

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Jono Bacon | Aug 30, 2017