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Why Open Source Projects Fail (and How They Survive) – v1.1

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@justinmclean justinmclean released this 24 Mar 05:52
v1.1
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Updated release of Why Open Source Projects Fail (and How They Survive).

This field guide outlines common patterns that lead to failure in open source projects and the governance structures that help them remain healthy as they grow.

It focuses on practical, experience-based insights into:

  • Decision-making and coordination at scale
  • Responsibility and maintainer bottlenecks
  • Consensus, merit, and transparency
  • Vendor influence and power dynamics
  • Releases as signals of governance health

Feedback and discussion welcome.

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Why Open Source Projects Fail (and How They Survive) – First Edition

Why Open Source Projects Fail (and How They Survive) – First Edition

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@justinmclean justinmclean released this 20 Mar 06:46
v1.0
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Initial release of Why Open Source Projects Fail (and How They Survive).

This field guide outlines common patterns that lead to failure in open source projects and the governance structures that help them remain healthy as they grow.

It focuses on practical, experience-based insights into:

  • Decision-making and coordination at scale
  • Responsibility and maintainer bottlenecks
  • Consensus, merit, and transparency
  • Vendor influence and power dynamics
  • Releases as signals of governance health

Feedback and discussion welcome.

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