Are you consuming open source responsibly?

Knowing the benefits AND risks associated with open source are crucial to its responsible use and successful integration. Many developers are happy to consume open source libraries because they fit a need at the time and most of us do not wish to reinvent the wheel. Instead, we want to spend our efforts on innovation and the creation of NEW software! But when deciding to utilize open source, there are essential things for developers to know -- first and foremost: not all open source is created equal!

In this session, Melissa will dive into the details of how the sausage is made so that you can better evaluate projects you choose to consume. You will be able to assess licensing concerns, security concerns, as well as maintainability. If you are interested in contributing to open source, you will learn contributor's first steps and what is behind the founding and maintenance of open source projects. Melissa will also share what she has learned as a member of the Continuous Delivery Foundation (CDF) Technical Oversight Committee (TOC) about the valuable role that foundations take in ensuring the wellbeing of open source projects. She will give you the background and insight you need to discern a healthy versus unhealthy project culture.

Leave this session empowered with the information you need to make an argument for (or against!) utilizing open source libraries in your current development project.