-
AuthorPosts
-
-
-
-
You can check it here – https://wordpress.org/five-for-the-future/pledges/?order=hours
-
-
Thank you for sharing Matt’s insights on Ecosystem Thinking. His emphasis on the ethos and social mores that drive Open Source resonates deeply. It’s inspiring to see how WordPress has created a thriving community built on collaboration and mutual growth.
One idea that stood out to me is the “Nourish” principle. While initiatives like Five For the Future are a fantastic way to give back, I wonder if there are more ways individuals or smaller companies can contribute meaningfully, especially those who may not have the resources to commit significant time or money.
What advice would you give to those who want to support the Open Source ecosystem but feel they lack the means to do so? Are there smaller, everyday actions that could make a difference?
-
Matt’s concept of ‘Ecosystem Thinking’ perfectly captures the heart of Open Source. The focus on community-driven growth—learning, evolving, teaching, and nourishing—shows that Open Source is about more than just code; it’s about supporting a sustainable, collaborative ecosystem. His call to ‘vote with your wallet’ is a great reminder that where we spend can strengthen companies that truly give back. Powerful insights, Matt—thank you for challenging us to think beyond the software!
-
You should be disclosing that Matt Mullenweg owns this website and is the CEO of Automattic when quoting him criticizing a competitor like this.
If Matt Mullenweg wants other companies to participate more, then WordPress needs to finally implement proper governance. Including not allowing Automattic employees to override WordPress teams, as was a reoccurring problem with the Marketing team before it was shut down, and having an Executive Director of WordPress that is employed by the WordPress Foundation instead of Automattic. A good starting point for that would be to release the conflict of interest policy that the Executive Director had said on multiple occasion was going to be released, but never was.
-
Matt’s vision of ecosystem thinking resonates deeply, especially in the open-source world where collaboration and community are at the heart of success. It’s refreshing to see a focus on creating a sustainable and inclusive ecosystem that benefits everyone, from developers to end users.
I believe one of the key aspects of long-term success in open source is encouraging contribution while maintaining flexibility. Balancing individual creativity with a broader community vision can be challenging, but Matt’s approach highlights how this balance can drive innovation.
The emphasis on longevity rather than short-term gains is a lesson that many tech leaders could learn from. By nurturing relationships within the ecosystem, we can build stronger foundations for future projects. As someone working in design, this open ecosystem is crucial for fostering new ideas and user-centric solutions.
What are your thoughts on how we can ensure smaller contributors aren’t overshadowed by larger players in the open-source ecosystem?
-
-
AuthorPosts
- You must be logged in to reply to this topic.
