The Importance of Open Source Licensing - Best Practices and Considerations

Explore the critical importance of open source licensing in this 11-minute interview with Jim Jagielski, Head of Open Source Program Office at Salesforce. Gain insights into why licensing matters for open source projects, understand the different types of licenses available, and learn best practices for choosing the right license. Discover how open source licensing enables collaboration by bypassing copyright restrictions, and why it's crucial to consider licensing early in project development. Hear expert advice on navigating the world of open source, including the recommendation to carefully select an appropriate license when starting a new project.

- Who are you and what led you to open source? Why is open source a focus for you?
- Why is open source licensing important?
- How many open source licenses are there?
- Why do you think the topic [open source licensing] is often "undervalued" and not made a priority?
- Any best practices or things to keep in mind for listeners when it comes to licensing or open source in general?
- Where can the ATO community find you and learn more about what you're doing?