I think this article is detached from reality.
Most people who contribute to OS are on low income, unemployed or students. Top developers in banks and startups dont have time for that, or are forbidden by their company.
Being "top developer" is one of the most family friendly jobs that ever existed. You can work remotely at your own time. I quit cubicle and started working on opensource because I had family.
> you might develop a mental illness, like depression,
Many people in IT are a bit weird. Again its one of the most friendly jobs that exists. Developer does not even have to speak to people, all can be done via email.
> 20-year-old white guys with no responsibilities and/or with enough income to "buy" more free time
Good old racism and man hate is doing just fine.
Most people who contribute to OS are on low income, unemployed or students. Top developers in banks and startups dont have time for that, or are forbidden by their company.
Being "top developer" is one of the most family friendly jobs that ever existed. You can work remotely at your own time. I quit cubicle and started working on opensource because I had family.
> you might develop a mental illness, like depression,
Many people in IT are a bit weird. Again its one of the most friendly jobs that exists. Developer does not even have to speak to people, all can be done via email.
> 20-year-old white guys with no responsibilities and/or with enough income to "buy" more free time
Good old racism and man hate is doing just fine.