Seven Lessons of Open Source Governance
Read OriginalBased on a conference talk, this article outlines seven lessons for governing open source projects, drawn from nearly two decades of experience. It covers the importance of being intentional about governance, spelling out fundamentals like licenses, learning from other projects, avoiding unnecessary foundations, managing growth, maintaining personal sanity, and fostering a kind, respectful community culture.
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