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In this episode of the WP Minute, Matt Medeiros and Mark Zemanski discuss the overuse and misinterpretation of the term 'open source,' particularly in the context of WordPress.
They reference a recent episode of WP Town Hall where Mark posed the question to Chris Pearson. Matt and Mark explore the complexities and nuances behind 'open source,' noting the difference between open source code and the brand value of WordPress. They debate the evolving nature of WordPress governance, expressing concerns over the potential disillusionment within the WordPress community.
Additionally, the discussion touches on the implications of Matt Mullenweg's control over WordPress, the survival and contributions to the project, and how closed-source commercial alternatives might be gaining traction. The conversation concludes with the question of whether society is moving towards more closed-source solutions, driven by business needs and the challenges of sustaining open-source models.
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