It's been ~4 years since my last talk. Burn out + covid is my excuse. I recently got an invite from js.la asking if I would speak about open source sustainability. How could I refuse? So join me, September 30th, where I talk about the fragile state of the JavaScript supply chain and ecosystem. It's virtual and FREE! ⤵️

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Articles

Sponsoring Babel to continue building open-source software

Sponsoring Babel to continue building open-source software

"One of the most impactful open-source tools for Notion (and the whole internet, really) is Babel. So here's why we decided to sponsor their team with $10,000."

Free and open source leaders: You need a president [2017]

Free and open source leaders: You need a president [2017]

"A strong executive can bring leadership to a project that groups working "legislatively" to make decisions cannot."

Podcasts

Brazil JavaMan Souza on Open Source and the history of Java

Brazil JavaMan Souza on Open Source and the history of Java

I enjoyed this conversation. I learned a lot about the Java community.

Christina Chumillas on Design at Drupal

Christina Chumillas on Design at Drupal

Christina is asked if she’s noticed any differences in how designers want to be recognized as open source contributors.

The business model of open source with Adam Jacob, Co-Founder of Chef

The business model of open source with Adam Jacob, Co-Founder of Chef

I haven't finished listening yet, but so far, it's a great episode. Adam is an OG open source sustainer full of anecdotes that will keep you entertained.

What Keeps me up at Night - Issue #9