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One of Atomic Object’s core values is “Teach and Learn,” the idea that knowledge is best when shared as a community. It’s also the idea behind open-source software. Having immersed myself in this ideal, I implore any software company that really wants to elevate its work culture to put a similar value front and center.
Software development is hard. Fortunately the software development community by and large is a place that is often open to sharing what they know, and the result of this can be a beautiful thing on a micro and a macro scale. The more knowledge is gatekept, the more we as a community hold ourselves back from our potential. Sharing knowledge is a crucial aspect of human progress. It has played a vital role in the development of our societies throughout history. When we share knowledge, we empower others to learn and grow.
Equal Access
This brings me to open-source software, or at least the idea of it and how important (and how cool) it is within our industry.
Open-source software represents the beauty of sharing knowledge, and its unique impact on the technology industry has been profound. At its core, open-source software is about the democratization of knowledge and technology. It’s the idea that everyone should have access to the tools and knowledge necessary to write quality software.
One of the most beautiful things about open-source software is the way it encourages collaboration and community. Developers from all over the world can contribute to open-source projects. Passionate communities of developers dedicated to improving the software and making it accessible to as many people as possible often maintain these projects.
Innovating and Collaborating
Through open-source software, developers are able to share their knowledge and expertise with others and work together to create something truly remarkable. This collaborative approach has led to the creation of some extremely cool pieces of software. Some of these are truly innovative, and some completely eliminate the financial barrier to entering various industries.
In many ways, the beauty of open-source software lies in its ability to inspire and empower individuals to create, innovate, and collaborate. By sharing knowledge and resources, developers are able to build upon the work of others and create something truly extraordinary. It’s the creating and building of a community that makes it so special.
Technology and especially software is an industry that changes rapidly, and having a community working together can create great things. The more we open ourselves up to outside voices and ideas, the more we collectively have to gain.