Open Source Is Not About You (2018)

3 months ago

Only project runners can dictate how their open-source projects should operate.
Open-sourcing a project doesn't obligate the creator to manage a community or fulfill user demands.
Users of open-source software are not entitled to contributions, features, attention, or validation of complaints.
Open source is purely a licensing and delivery mechanism, not a social contract for community-driven development.
Cognitect funds Clojure development from their earnings, not from profits or royalties.
The Clojure team actively engages with the community but prioritizes conservative, thoughtful development over rapid changes.
Contributions to Clojure are welcomed but must meet high standards of quality and completeness.
Creators' morale is impacted by unrealistic expectations; users should take responsibility for their own needs and actions.
Negative energy should be redirected into positive, constructive contributions.
The majority of the Clojure community is positive and supportive, and this message is directed at a minority with unrealistic expectations.

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