Open Source Licenses: A Balancing Act of Freedom and Responsibility
2025-03-28
This post challenges common assumptions about open-source licenses. The author, using their Windows tiling window manager, komorebi, as an example, argues that using an OSI-approved license isn't a prerequisite for success. komorebi, licensed under the non-OSI-approved Komorebi License, boasts 126k downloads and 10.6k stars on GitHub, with a steady stream of community contributions. The author believes sharing code shouldn't necessitate forfeiting the freedom to refuse involvement in harmful activities. They advocate for developers to reject dogma, choose licenses based on their needs, and share their experiences to foster a healthier open-source ecosystem.
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