All Kinds of Free - Exploring the Concept in Modern Web Applications

Explore the complex concept of "free" in this 49-minute conference talk by Martin Snyder. Delve into the historical and modern contexts of the term, with a particular focus on its implications for the internet and web application development. Gain insights into the various interpretations of "free," including liberty, barter, and open-source software. Examine the Free Software Definition, GPL as a competitive advantage, and the distinctions between "free" and open-source software. Analyze maintainer obligations, license limitations, and FOSS project components. Learn about loss aversion and its impact on decision-making. Discover a more precise vocabulary to replace "free" in most situations, empowering you to communicate more effectively in the realm of software development and beyond.

Intro
Liberty
Barter
White Elephant
Albatross
Free Software Definition
GPL as a competitive advantage
"Free" vs. Open Source (2)
Loss Aversion
Maintainer Obligations (2)
License Limitations
FOSS Project Components
Hung Jury - Dependencies
Others Worthy of Mention
Clarify for FOSS
Final Thoughts
Slides