I've Sold Out
8 hours ago
- #AI-agents
- #open-source
- #startup
- The author is joining Earendil, taking the open-source coding agent 'pi' with him.
- He shares past OSS experiences with libGDX and RoboVM, including a commercial acquisition that turned sour, emphasizing the resilience of open-source communities.
- Due to the success of OpenClaw (powered by pi), he received significant attention from VCs and companies, leading to many calls and offers.
- He wants to avoid the stress of founding his own company, prioritizing family time with his young son.
- Earendil, founded by friends Armin and Colin, aligns with his values, with a team that understands OSS commercialization and work-life balance.
- Pi's repository and package name will move to Earendil, but it remains MIT licensed, with potential future commercial additions under Fair Source or proprietary licenses.
- Governance stays similar, with the author in charge of pi's direction, and external contributions welcome without new barriers.