#open source column

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Understanding sustainable growth in industrial open source software through collaboration networks (Shi et al., IEEE Computer)

I’m happy to report that the 40th article in the open source column of IEEE Computer has been published. As always, please consider writing an article proposal! Abstract This article examines the evolutionary dynamics of the FreeCAD ecosystem by combining longitudinal OpenRank measurements with multidimensional collaboration network analysis, revealing a co-evolutionary pattern that supports…

Understanding sustainable growth in industrial open source software through collaboration networks (Shi et al., IEEE Computer)

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License-Compliant Distribution of Open Source Code [Computer Magazine]

I’m happy to report that the 38th article in the open source column of IEEE Computer has been published. As always, please consider writing an article proposal! Title License-Compliant Distribution of Open Source Code Abstract This column previously discussed how to prepare your project or product by complying with key obligations like attribution and copyleft. This article now explains how…

License-Compliant Distribution of Open Source Code [Computer Magazine]

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The role of open source in an AI arms race [Computer Magazine]

I’m happy to report that the 37th article in the open source column of IEEE Computer has been published. As always, please consider writing an article! TitleThe Role of Open Source in an AI Arms RaceKeywordsArtificial Intelligence, Defense Industry, Command And Control Systems, Arms Race, Artificial Intelligence Arms, National Security, Nuclear Deterrence, Risk Assessment, Unacceptable…

The role of open source in an AI arms race [Computer Magazine]

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Open source license obligations: Attribution and copyleft [Computer Magazine]

I’m happy to report that the 36th article in the open source column of IEEE Computer has been published. As always, please consider writing an article proposal! TitleOpen Source License Obligations: Attribution and CopyleftKeywordsOpen source, open source license, open-source software, copyleft, attribution […]AuthorsDirk RiehlePublicationComputer vol. 58, no. 8 (August 2025), pp.…

Open source license obligations: Attribution and copyleft [Computer Magazine]

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From Data to Action: Building Healthy and Sustainable Open Source Projects (Dawn Foster, IEEE Computer)

I’m happy to report that the 35th article in the open source column of IEEE Computer has been published. As always, please consider writing an article proposal! TitleFrom data to action: Building healthy and sustainable open source projectsKeywordsNoneAuthorsDawn FosterPublicationComputer vol. 58, no. 6 (June 2025), pp. 74-78 Abstract: This article provides advice and resources for proactively…

From Data to Action: Building Healthy and Sustainable Open Source Projects (Dawn Foster, IEEE Computer)

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The Software Bill of Materials [Computer Magazine]

I’m happy to report that the 34th article in the open source column of IEEE Computer has been published. As always, please consider writing an article proposal! TitleThe Software Bill of MaterialsKeywordsBill Of Materials, Open Source Software, Software Supply Chain, […]AuthorsDirk RiehlePublicationComputer vol. 58, no. 4 (April 2025), pp. 115-120. Abstract: Cybersecurity threats and software…

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Open-source software: The ultimate in reuse or a risk not worth taking? [Computer Magazine]

I’m happy to report that the 33rd article in the open source column of IEEE Computer has been published. As always, please consider writing an article proposal! TitleOpen-source software: The ultimate in reuse or a risk not worth taking?KeywordsNoneAuthorsNancy R. Mead, Carol Woody, Scott HissamPublicationComputer vol. 58, no. 2 (February 2025), pp. 78-83. Abstract: Open-source software…

Open-source software: The ultimate in reuse or a risk not worth taking? [Computer Magazine]

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Open source program offices [Computer Magazine]

I’m happy to report that the 32th article in the open source column of IEEE Computer has been published. As always, please consider writing an article proposal! TitleOpen Source Program OfficesKeywordsOpen source governance, open source license compliance, open source program office, OSPOAuthorsDirk RiehlePublicationComputer vol. 57, no. 12 (December 2024), pp 90-94. Abstract: An open source…

Open source program offices [Computer Magazine]