Open source is just about the source, isn't it?

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Argues that successful open source needs explicit non-code decisions: pick a license (GPL/LGPL or Apache license) to control downstream use, register and police trademarks, set up CI and automated patch checks (Jenkins / pet checkers) so pull requests get fast feedback, host on movable platforms like GitHub but plan exports, fund hosting and paid contributors, use mailings lists + IRC/Slack + Stack Overflow for discoverable support, cultivate contributions with clear onboarding and programs like Google Summer of Code and tiny starter issues.

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1. 0:00Start
2. 0:55What Open Source Is All About
3. 4:06Using Open Source as Part of Your Day Job
4. 7:03Copyright
5. 25:16Why Should You Use It as a Defensive Strategy
6. 25:53Inviting Contributions
7. 33:56Communication
8. 37:19Use the Right Communication Medium for the Task at Hand
9. 42:35Change Management What's the Biggest Change in an Open Source Project
10. 44:41Improving Culture
11. 45:17Lead by Example
12. 46:22What Did Work for You Best for Event Management from the Infrastructure Side

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