Open Source Summit Europe 2024

In this session we will dive into the world of code ownership and examine the lines between "mine", "yours", and "ours" in open source and InnerSource projects. We’ll look at the different ways that you can consider the question: “who owns this code?” and how that may differ in open source and InnerSource practices. We’ll unpack the idea of hard vs. soft ownership. We’ll share real-life examples of different code ownership models, showing how they can impact project quality and sustainability. We’ll show how ownership can help empower teams to create and contribute to open source, but also where it can put up barriers. We’ll share some ways to create clarity in the area and examine some of the more subtle challenges related to toxic ownership cultures. This session aims to give attendees insights and strategies to foster effective code ownership in open source and InnerSource projects.