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It's an uncomfortable topic. But SaaSS is a separate issue from software freedom,[0] and you can choose to use GitLab without using any SaaSS features. I work
by mikegerwitz 11y ago
It's an uncomfortable topic. But SaaSS is a separate issue from software freedom,[0] and you can choose to use GitLab without using any SaaSS features.
I worked with Sytse Sijbrandij (GitLab B.V. CEO) back in May to ensure that all JavaScript served to the client---and all scripts that generate it---is free:
https://about.gitlab.com/2015/05/20/gitlab-gitorious-free-software/ https://about.gitlab.com/2015/05/20/gitlab-gitorious-free-so...
[0]: https://www.gnu.org/philosophy/who-does-that-server-really-serve.html https://www.gnu.org/philosophy/who-does-that-server-really-s...
- davexunit 11y agoThank you for doing this work! And yes, I'm aware that SaaSS has its own separate issues. I've read the essay a few times now.