General Tech
A new model for open source: closed to pull requests, open to remix
G Huntley proposes a new model for open source development that involves closed source repositories with open remixing, allowing users to build upon existing code while keeping the original repository closed to pull requests. This model is inspired by the way musicians and artists remix each other's work. Huntley suggests that this model can be more sustainable and scalable than traditional open source models, which can become overwhelmed with pull requests and issues. He also proposes a new business model that allows developers to monetize their remixes through a platform like GitHub.
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