The Debate We Need: How Can SaaS and Open Source Work Together?

Back in 2007, there was a lot of controversy over the GPL. Some developers wanted to make money selling GPL-licensed products. However, a lot of angry people insisted it shouldn't be done and that commercialisation was against the spirit of the license. I interviewed a group of those developers to understand their thinking.

Now in 2016, I think we're approaching a similar time of change. More and more developers are going to start using a hybrid SaaS and open source model. Large companies such as Automattic and Acquia are leading the way. but smaller companies will follow.



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