Getting Energized by the Bureaucracy of Open Source

Explore the governance structures that drive open source software development in this keynote address by Sara Chipps, LinkedIn executive and OpenJS Foundation Board Member. Gain insights into the various models that sustain open source projects, including technical steering committees, standards boards, and boards of directors. Discover how these bureaucratic elements contribute to the vitality of the open source ecosystem, powering the internet and the devices we use daily. Learn where to begin and how to actively participate in ways that strengthen the technologies underpinning our digital world. Whether you're new to open source or looking to deepen your involvement, this 18-minute talk offers valuable perspectives on the organizational aspects of collaborative software development.