Diversity & Inclusion

33% of Open Source Summit North America speakers identify as female or non-binary!

At The Linux Foundation, we believe that diversity and inclusion are crucial to building strong and vibrant open source communities. We are committed to creating an environment that embraces diverse voices and experiences, which can lead...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Apr 6, 2023

Do I Belong? Investigating Belonging in Open Source through the Sense of Virtual Community

Authors: Bianca Trinkenreich PhD., Shuah Khan, Kate Stewart In the world of open source software (OSS) development, attracting and retaining motivated developers is key to a project's sustainability and long-term survival. But what...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Apr 6, 2023

Behind the scenes of running Linux kernel Mentorship Programs

Image created with Bing Image Creator. tux the linux penguin, sitting at computer terminal programming shell scripts, with younger baby penguins observing digital art We run the Linux kernel Mentorship programs three times a year,...  Read More

Shuah Khan | Apr 4, 2023

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PyTorch Foundation: The First Six Months

In September 2022, we welcomed PyTorch to the Linux Foundation from Meta, which formed the PyTorch Foundation with founding members AMD, Amazon Web Services, Google, Meta, Microsoft, and NVIDIA.  Read More

PyTorch Foundation Team | Mar 30, 2023

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Linux Foundation Newsletter: March 2023

In this edition, we're excited to share new reports from LF Research on the Economic Value of Open Source and Why the World Needs Digital Wallets, new LF Training & Certification deals, news about our participation on Mastodon, and updates...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Mar 23, 2023

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Open source changes everything: What John Walicki learned about community building

John Walicki, who has recently joined the Linux Foundation as VP of Community Operations, is a name many former IBMers like myself recall with admiration.  Read More

Jason Perlow | Mar 23, 2023

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Getting Started with Open Source Development

Open source software is becoming increasingly popular, and contributing to open source projects is a great way to gain practical experience and enhance your skills as a developer. However, knowing where to start can be daunting for...  Read More

Ibrahim Haddad | Mar 21, 2023

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Open source during the recession: Insights from the World Open Innovation Conference

The 9th Annual World Open Innovation Conference (WOIC) was held in mid-November 2022 in Eindhoven, the Netherlands, with the theme “The Human Side of Open Innovation.”  Read More

Cailean Osborne | Mar 21, 2023

Open Source: Separating Fact from Fiction

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Ashwin Ramaswami | Mar 10, 2023

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The value of open source software is more than cost savings

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The Linux Foundation | Mar 7, 2023

Why do we need an open source digital wallet?

Digital wallets have emerged as a key component of the digital revolution that has transformed the landscape of transactions. They enable users to store and manage payment and personal information (such as credit cards, health and...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Mar 2, 2023

Why the future of Web3 needs open source, sustainable blockchains

The energy used to power proof-of-work blockchain technologies is essential to their security. Many in the permissionless blockchain ecosystem will attest that energy consumption “is a feature, not a bug.” As the effects of climate change...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Feb 28, 2023

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Linux Foundation Newsletter: February 2023

In this edition, we're excited to share updates on the launch of the OpenWallet Foundation, a new survey and reports from LF Research on Web3 Sustainability and Enterprise Open Source, and great deals on LF Training & Certification...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Feb 23, 2023

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12 ways to improve the effectiveness and impact of enterprise open source development

In today's digital age, open source development has become a vital component of software development. With more and more organizations relying on open source software for their operations, it is essential to have an effective and impactful...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Feb 16, 2023

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Who are this year’s Academy Awards contenders, and what do they have to do with open source software?

Strong performances from “Avatar”, “Pinocchio,” and “Top Gun: Maverick” lead the effects and animation pack in 2023, many of whose studios and digital effects companies use open source software.  Read More

Hilary Carter | Feb 13, 2023

2023 Call for Code Global Challenge to address sustainability issues using AI-powered technologies

Image: IBM The 2023 Call for Code program has been launched by Call for Code Creator, David Clark Cause, IBM, the United Nations Human Rights, and the Linux Foundation. This year, the program aims to challenge global developers, students,...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Feb 13, 2023

openIDL: The first insurance Open Governance Network and why the industry needs It

By Lanaya Nelson and Jason Perlow  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Feb 9, 2023

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Fragmentation in open source: Recommendations for managing complexity

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The Linux Foundation | Feb 7, 2023

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Davos Panel: Building the Best Future for Digital Universal Wallet Infrastructure with the OpenWallet Foundation

On January 17th, Linux Foundation Europe’s soon-to-launch OpenWallet Foundation (OWF) hosted a panel discussion on “Building the best future for digital universal wallet infrastructure” at the World Economic Forum (WEF)’s Annual Meeting in...  Read More

Cailean Osborne | Feb 2, 2023

What ChatGPT learned about the LFX Mentorship Showcase

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Jason Perlow | Jan 27, 2023

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Linux Foundation Newsletter: January 2023

Welcome to 2023, Linux Foundation community! This month we’ve got plenty of exciting updates, including the launch of the Open Metaverse Foundation, a new Mentorship report from LF Research, January deals from LF Training & Certification,...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Jan 26, 2023

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Linux Foundation’s Sustainability Project Leaders Reflect on Climate Change Challenges at COP27

Open source leaders share takeaways from the 27th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations (COP27) and weigh in on the future of open source in sustainability  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Jan 25, 2023

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Why We Need Open Source Mentorship Programs at the Linux Foundation

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The Linux Foundation | Jan 24, 2023

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Open source maintainers: What they need and how to support them

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Ashwin Ramaswami | Jan 20, 2023

New Research into the State of Open Source in Financial Services Report Points to Growth: And that’s Welcome News for the FINOS Community

In 2021, the Linux Foundation and the Fintech Open Source Foundation (FINOS) conducted the first annual survey and in-depth study into the State of Open Source in Financial Services. This initial study was important because it was critical...  Read More

The Linux Foundation | Jan 17, 2023