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Why do they deserve attention? Because they have better, more mature code-bases and more experienced programmers developing them. Other than publicity, what d
by jlgbecom 16y ago
Why do they deserve attention? Because they have better, more mature code-bases and more experienced programmers developing them. Other than publicity, what does Diaspora have going for it, and why do they deserve attention just because of their marketing? This is open source we're talking about, not startup companies, and open source works best when it's meritocratic. And if we're talking about which open source project to build a startup with, then we're talking about merit, nothing else.
- jacquesm 16y ago> Because they have better, more mature code-bases and more experienced programmers developing them. So then maybe they should divert some of their attention to getting the word out. > Other than publicity, what does Diaspora have going for it, and why do they deserve attention just because of their marketing? A great story, good timing and the ability to engage the community. > This is open source we're talking about, not startup companies, and open source works best when it's meritocratic. In an ideal world, yes. But in this one, no, not really. Open source works best when there is momentum behind a project, not because it is 'the best project' or has 'the most qualified people' working on it. See PHP. > And if we're talking about which open source project to build a startup with, then we're talking about merit, nothing else. Open source projects have to market themselves just as much as commercial entities do. We wouldn't be having this conversation if that were not the case.
- jlgbecom 16y agoPHP caught on because it was the right hammer for all the nails people had. It wasn't marketing and hype, but momentum. Open source projects may have to market themselves as well, but that doesn't mean the more savvy amongst us have to get swept up with the crowd.