A Guide to Responsible Data Collection in Open Source

Explore best practices for responsible data collection in open source projects through this 32-minute conference talk from DevConf.US 2024. Gain insights from speaker Arjun Devarajan, who shares empirically established strategies based on extensive experience working with open source projects and companies. Delve into the evolving attitudes towards usage data collection in the open source community and learn about crucial considerations for effective software usage tracking. Cover key topics including community messaging, expectation management, security, privacy, compliance, ethics, and governance. Equip yourself with essential knowledge to navigate the controversial yet increasingly important realm of data collection in open source development.