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Not really an OSS dev, although I'm in the middle of building a library. I've been looking into the very same question, IMO: 1. Build a software that you can
by adamzapasnik 6y ago
Not really an OSS dev, although I'm in the middle of building a library.
I've been looking into the very same question, IMO:
1. Build a software that you can use as a magnet lead for your services
2. Build PRO/Enterprise version that you will charge for.
3. Become a very know individual in your field and get donations (very hard)
4. Provide services related to the project.
5. Offer paid version of the project, like Ghost I guess.
6. Get hired by a company to continue your work.
Personally, I don't think donations work that well. If you are gonna put a price tag on something, people are gonna pay for it if they need it. Also worth remembering that most of the projects aren't gonna earn you anything. No one is gonna donate to you for the nth existing JS lib you crafted.