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Lessons learned from buying an open source repo

12 days ago
https://www.coplay.dev/blog/lessons-learned-from-buying-an-open-source-repo
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  • #startup
  • #open-source
  • The startup acquired a popular open-source Unity MCP repo to keep it relevant and open-source.
  • SEO of the repo was reset after ownership changed, causing it to drop in Google rankings.
  • Media outlets showed little interest in covering the open-source repo acquisition.
  • Maintainer buy-in was crucial for smooth transition and changes post-acquisition.
  • Despite marketing challenges, the acquisition increased Discord joins and Coplay installs.
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