So Long [Nova Launcher's FOSS release blocked by its owners,despite obligations]
2 days ago
- #Branch
- #Open Source
- #Nova Launcher
- The founder and original developer of Nova Launcher has left Branch and is no longer involved with Nova Launcher.
- For the past year, the founder was the only one working on Nova Launcher.
- Efforts were made to prepare Nova Launcher for an Open Source release, including code cleanup, license review, and removing proprietary code.
- Branch's then-CEO Alex Austin made public commitments about open sourcing Nova Launcher after acquiring it in 2022.
- The founder was asked to stop working on Nova Launcher and the open sourcing effort.
- The founder expressed gratitude towards the Nova Launcher community for their support and enthusiasm over the years.