How to Drive Consensus and Transparency in Open Source Communities

Explore strategies for driving consensus and fostering transparency within open source communities in this 30-minute conference talk by Jill Lovato and Trishan de Lanerolle from the Linux Foundation. Discover practical tips for managing diverse groups of developers, engineers, managers, and executives with varying opinions and technical backgrounds. Learn about essential soft skills needed to establish and run a vibrant, collaborative community, including stakeholder awareness, lowering barriers to entry, and collective decision-making. Gain insights on utilizing supporting tools and frameworks such as collaborative documentation, source controls, issue trackers, and communication platforms. Apply these valuable lessons to enhance team collaboration not only in open source projects but also within your organization.