Sounds like a naive question but:
"Why do you create and maintain free open-source software?"
I understand the aspects of security, audits, and code improvements. I partially grasp the open culture aspect, as well as the idea of data control.
However, it appears to be highly stressful, unrewarding, and most of the time financially unsustainable. Most work also seems to be done "on the side" and "after work".
So why engage in it? Is it because you were unaware initially and are now caught in a cycle of responsibility?
It would be wonderful to hear the motivations directly from individuals who develop and support FOSS!
I understand the aspects of security, audits, and code improvements. I partially grasp the open culture aspect, as well as the idea of data control.
However, it appears to be highly stressful, unrewarding, and most of the time financially unsustainable. Most work also seems to be done "on the side" and "after work".
So why engage in it? Is it because you were unaware initially and are now caught in a cycle of responsibility?
It would be wonderful to hear the motivations directly from individuals who develop and support FOSS!
PS: Thank you for your service!