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Description
Free and Open-Source Software (FOSS) has had a profound impact on the software industry, enabling unprecedented collaboration and innovation. It empowers developers, fosters a spirit of sharing, and accelerates the development process by leveraging existing open-source components. Businesses strategically adopt FOSS to gain brand exposure and leverage the collective effort of the open-source community. The joy of sharing and the collective contributions of developers and maintainers form the backbone of successful FOSS projects.
But what happens when this utopian vision meets reality?
While FOSS brings numerous benefits, it also casts long shadows. This talk will venture into the "dark side" of FOSS, exploring the critical challenges that threaten the very ecosystem we celebrate.
Session author's bio
An alumnus of IIT Kanpur, Ayush is the Founder and CETO of Godspeed Systems. With over 17 years of experience as an engineer, innovator, and entrepreneur, he is driven by a mission to empower teams to convert their vision into reality. Ayush is a passionate advocate for the tech community's responsibility to shape a better future and is deeply engaged in social impact initiatives like Hillhacks and rural education programs. His work explores the crucial intersection of technology, community, and sustainable development.
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