Do you know open source software doesn’t just mean access to the source code?
Open source software innovation is important, whether you’re a developer, a business owner, a user or simply someone interested in technology and innovation. Open software is a major topic in the creation of programs, new products, apps, new services, and perfecting processes. The fact is that most of the software you will create will probably largely rely on other software released under an open licence.
Innovation released with an open licence offers you many benefits, from cost and time savings customization, transparency, and potentially scaling up your idea in a global collaboration. It has the potential to drive technological advancements, promote ethical values and create opportunities for individuals, researchers and businesses alike. Whether you’re a user, developer, or business owner, understanding and correctly using open source licences in your innovation activities and beyond can be personally and professionally rewarding.
Understanding your rights and your duties connected with the open licences for the source code is a key ability you could valorise in a new project or while collaborating in a worldwide community. While creating something at the edge of your technological field or experimenting and customising the software created by others.
