OPEN SOURCE

Open source software (OSS) refers to software that features freely available source code, which users may view, modify, adopt, and share for both commercial and noncommercial purposes.

Key principles of open source software development:

Guided by the key principles of transparency, collaboration, and decentralization, the open source software model creates code from the community—and community from the code.

Collaboration

Unlike closed source software, OSS is not only available for anyone to use, but also to build on. This has resulted in a global network of contributors who work together on a project by collectively reviewing, testing, documenting, and patching code.

Transparency and security

Open source software development is public, which means all of the work, including the codebase and communication among users, is available for the open source community to see. Transparency instills trust among contributors, paving the way for innovation and play. And since the codebase is public, users are able to quickly identify and fix security vulnerabilities as they arise.

Decentralisation

Since the community develops the code—and since no one person or company owns that code—open source is an inherently decentralized form of software development that comes with fewer silos, bottlenecks, and barriers to entry.

OUR PHILOSOPHY

At Deep-Tech Computing, we owe a lot to the Open Source community. They have helped us built many of our products. The Open Source has revolutionised technology, enabling collaboration, innovation, and accessibility for all. We align with the principles of the Open Source Initiative (OSI) and are proud contributors and beneficiaries of the movement.

WHY OPEN SOURCE MATTERS

The Open Source movement has empowered humanity with tools and technologies that are accessible, transparent, and adaptable. The modern world is indebted to this community for fostering innovation and inclusivity.

THE OPEN SOURCE

DEFINITION

Open Source is more than just access to source code. It is about creating an ecosystem of transparency, collaboration, and adaptability.
Below are the principles defined by the Open Source Initiative (OSI) that we uphold:

Free Redistribution

The license allows software to be freely sold or given away. No royalties or fees are required.

Source Code Availability

Source code must be included and distributed in both compiled and source forms. It must be accessible at minimal or no cost, with unobfuscated and modifiable code.

Derived Works

Modifications and derivative works are permitted and can be distributed under the original license terms.

Integrity of the Author’s Source Code

Modifications to the source code may be restricted, but "patch files" can be provided for alterations. Modified works can be distributed but may require a different name or version number.

No Discrimination Against Persons or Groups

Licenses must not discriminate against any individual or group.

No Discrimination Against Fields of Endeavour

The software must be usable in any field, such as business or research.

Distribution of License
The rights granted by the license must extend to all recipients without needing additional agreements.

License Independence
The license rights must not be tied to the software being part of a specific distribution.

No Restrictions on Other Software
The license must not impose restrictions on other software distributed with it.

Technology Neutrality
Licenses must be neutral and not rely on specific technologies or interfaces.

OUR CONTRIBUTIONS

We actively contribute to Open Source projects that drive the modern digital ecosystem forward.

Some of the notable projects we’ve contributed to include:

Django: Ensuring seamless and scalable back-end development.

Kubernetes: Advancing container orchestration for cloud-native applications.

Linux Kernel: Strengthening the backbone of countless systems worldwide.

Additionally, we closely collaborate with and align our goals with prominent organisations like:

The Linux Foundation

OpenStack Foundation

Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF)

Our work is rooted in the belief that Open Source is not just a tool but a philosophy that fosters innovation and inclusivity.

OUR GOALS

WITH OPEN SOURCE

Promote accessibility and transparency in software.

Contribute to and support the Open Source community.

Build sustainable, collaborative solutions for a better technological future.

WE
INVITE
YOU

to explore, contribute, and benefit from the Open Source community alongside us. Together, we can shape a more inclusive and innovative future.

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