Future Quote by Eric S. Raymond
““In a future that includes competition from open source, we can expect that the eventual destiny of any software technology will be to either die or become part of the open infrastructure itself.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Open Source Future, 2001
Software will either die or become part of open infrastructure when faced with open‑source competition.
In simple terms: Open source forces software to evolve or disappear.
Key Takeaway
Embrace openness early.
Themes
technology
competition
open source
Mood
optimistic
critical
Type
technological
strategic
When to use this quote
- software development
- business strategy
- technology adoption
- community building
Key Concepts
network effects
platform dynamics
innovation cycles
Questions to Reflect On
- Will openness always lead to better outcomes?
- How to balance profit and openness?
A Different Perspective
Open source may not suit all proprietary models.
