The Developer's Guide to Making Money in Open-Source - Spring I/O 2024

Explore a conference talk from Spring I/O 2024 that delves into the journey of creating a successful open-source project. Learn about the development of JobRunr, a distributed job scheduler, and gain insights into the potential of open-source as a viable career path. Discover the importance of learning multiple programming languages, navigate the challenges and triumphs of open-source development, and understand how it can serve as an effective marketing tool. Gain valuable knowledge on finding product-market fit and transitioning to becoming a full-time open-source developer and your own boss. This 51-minute presentation, complete with accompanying slides, offers a personal account and practical advice for developers aspiring to turn their open-source projects into sustainable income sources.