Open Source Ecosystem and Governance

The Life Cycles of Open Source Projects

There are hundreds of thousands of open source projects out there – many are innovative ideas, poised to make a positive impact on the world. There is a much smaller number that move from an idea with one or two maintainers to broad...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Jul 14, 2022

Compliance and Security

Jamie Thomas: What is the OpenSSF

Jamie Thomas is the General Manager, Systems Strategy and Development at IBM and is also the OpenSSF Board chair. She sat down with Alan Shimel of TechStrong TV during OpenSSF Day in Austin to share about OpenSSF and how the open source...  Read More

Dan Whiting | Jul 13, 2022

Research

10th Annual Jobs Report: Skill up for the summer and your next open source gig

For those of us in the northern hemisphere, summer is finally here! Perhaps you celebrated the Summer Solstice a few weeks ago. If you’re from the United States, the fireworks from the 4th of July are now just a fun memory. Like me, you’re...  Read More

Jason Perlow | Jul 12, 2022

Hendrick and Jarvis Talk Software Security

While open source software is ubiquitous and generally regarded as being secure, software development practices vary widely across projects regarding application development practices, protocols to respond to defects, or lack of...  Read More

Dan Whiting | Jul 11, 2022

Compliance and Security, Diversity & Inclusion

LEGO and Angel Island

Like many of the folks in open source, the LF’s Kenny Paul is a huge fan of building things out of LEGO. For Kenny however, it goes a bit beyond just opening a box and following the instruction book. In fact, he rarely ever builds anything...  Read More

Dan Whiting | Jul 11, 2022

Ag-Rec: Improving Agriculture Around the World with Open Source Innovation

One of the first projects I noticed after starting at the Linux Foundation was AgStack. It caught my attention because I have a natural inclination towards farming and ranching, although, in reality, I really just want a reason to own and...  Read More

Dan Whiting | Jun 30, 2022

Cloud Computing

Open Programmable Infrastructure: 1+1=3

At last week’’s Open Source Summit North America, Robin Ginn, Executive Director of the OpenJS Foundation, relayed a principle her mentor taught: “1+1=3”. No, this isn’t ‘new math,’ it is demonstrating the principle that, working together,...  Read More

Dan Whiting | Jun 27, 2022

Ensuring Patents Foster Innovation in Open Source

So, I am old enough to remember when the U.S. Congress temporarily intervened in a patent dispute over the technology that powered BlackBerries. A U.S. Federal judge ordered the BlackBerry service to shutdown until the matter was resolved,...  Read More

Dan Whiting | Jun 23, 2022

Open Source Brings Good Things to Life

If you are interested in online and in-person training and certifications in open source software development and key open source software, such as Linux and Kubernetes, see our special discount just for readers of this post. Scroll to the...  Read More

Dan Whiting | Jun 22, 2022

A New Framework for In-Person OSPO Workshops: TODO Group Seeks Collaborators

As more and more organizations adopt open source initiatives and/or seek to mature their involvement in open source, they often face many challenges, such as educating developers on good open source practices, building policies and...  Read More

Dan Whiting | Jun 17, 2022

One Place to Manage Your Open Source Projects and Communities

Open source communities are driven by a mutual interest in collaboration and sharing around a common solution. They are filled with passion and energy. As a result, today’s world is powered by open source software, powering the Internet,...  Read More

Dan Whiting | Jun 17, 2022

The SOGNO Project Wins Prestigious Award for Focus on Modular Grid Automation

This post originally appeared on the LF Energy’s blog. LF Energy is a project at the Linux Foundation that provides a neutral, collaborative community to build the shared digital investments that will transform the world’s relationship to...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Jun 17, 2022

OSPO Mind Map 2.0 release is out!

TODO Group is proud to announce a new OSPO Mind Map version release. The mind map shows a Open Source Program Office’s (OSPO) responsibilities, roles, behavior, and team size within an organization. This post highlights the major...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Jun 17, 2022

Compliance and Security

SBOM - SB Doesn’t Stand for Silver Bullet

Software Bill of Materials (SBOMs) are like ingredient labels on food. They are critical to keep consumers safe and healthy, they are somewhat standardized, but it is a lot more exciting to grow or make the food rather than the label. What...  Read More

Dan Whiting | Jun 15, 2022

A Guide to Enterprise Open Source: Why Your Organization Needs It Now

There are some universal truths about open source software (OSS). It has revolutionized our world and become the foundation of our digital society, the backbone of our digital economy, and the basis of our digital existence. Every...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Jun 6, 2022

Diversity & Inclusion

Untold Stories of Open Source: Priyanka Sharma

In open source communities, we meet people every day. We probably know their current role and responsibilities, but we don’t always have perspective on the history, education, and career path that made them who they are. These are some of...  Read More

Dan Whiting | Jun 6, 2022

Why Do Enterprises Use and Contribute to Open Source Software

When people find out I work at the Linux Foundation they invariably ask what we do? Sometimes it is couched around the question, As in the Linux operating system? I explain open source software and try to capture the worldwide impact into...  Read More

Dan Whiting | Jun 2, 2022

Linux How-To

Classic SysAdmin: Absolute Path vs Relative Path in Linux/Unix

This is a classic article from the Linux.com archives. For more great SysAdmin tips and techniques check out our free intro to Linux course.  Read More

The Linux Foundation | May 28, 2022

Your Path to More Knowledge and Opportunities

I confess I am a lifelong learner – addicted to learning about new things and gaining new skills. So, when I started at The Linux Foundation, I was excited to see the depth and breadth of the training we offer (and employees have access to...  Read More

Dan Whiting | May 26, 2022

Linux How-To

Classic SysAdmin: How to Install an SSL Certificate on Linux Server

This is a classic article from the Linux.com archives. For more great SysAdmin tips and techniques check out our free intro to Linux course.  Read More

The Linux Foundation | May 21, 2022

Linux Foundation Podcast Series: "The Untold Stories of Open Source"

The power of a story. I first wrote about this 7 years ago in a series I titled Lessons from a Two Year Old. But it is a reality as old as time itself – humans are wired for stories. We enjoy listening to them, telling them, and they help...  Read More

Dan Whiting | May 20, 2022

Compliance and Security

Open Source Software Security: Turning Sand into Concrete

Last week I had the privilege of participating in the Open Source Software Security Summit II in Washington, DC. The Linux Foundation and OpenSSF gathered around 100 participants from enterprise, the U.S. government, and the open source...  Read More

Dan Whiting | May 19, 2022

Linux How-To

Classic SysAdmin: Vim 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Vim

This is a classic article written by Joe ‘Zonker’ Brockmeier from the Linux.com archives. For more great SysAdmin tips and techniques check out our free intro to Linux course.  Read More

The Linux Foundation | May 14, 2022

Compliance and Security

Brian Behlendorf Testifies on Open Source Software Security to the US House Committee on Science and Technology

This post originally appeared on OpenSSF’s blog. On Wednesday, May 11, 2022, Brian Behlendorf, OpenSSF General Manager, testified to the United States House of Representatives Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. Brian’s testimony...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | May 11, 2022

Create Impact Change with the 2022 Call for Code

I am always amazed at the impact we all have coming together, using our collective talents for good. Combining our collective brain power, skills, time, and resources produces stellar results – maybe it is better rendering management for...  Read More

Dan Whiting | May 10, 2022