Write some software, give it away for free
3 hours ago
- #software-philosophy
- #open-source
- #monetization-critique
- Nonograph is free and open source software costing about $600 to release.
- It criticizes enshittification through subscriptions, ads, and VC-focused features.
- Monetization can turn hobbies into jobs, reducing passion and enjoyment.
- Software development should be a vehicle for self-exploration, not just financial gain.
- This approach often leads to better, user-friendly software without value-extracting features.
- The real gains are experience, discovery, and personal goals, not just money.