Clustering and dependencies in free/open source software development: Methodology and tools

First Monday ◽  
2003 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rishab Aiyer Ghosh
Keyword(s):  
Software Development ◽  
Open Source ◽  
Open Source Software ◽  
Open Source Software Development ◽  
Free Open Source Software ◽  
Development Methodology ◽  
Software Development Methodology ◽  
Free Open Source

Free Software Development

2005 ◽  
pp. 152-173 ◽  
Author(s):  
Margaret S. Elliott ◽  
Walt Scacchi
Keyword(s):  
Software Development ◽  
Open Source ◽  
Open Source Software ◽  
Free Software ◽  
Work Practices ◽  
Mediated Communication ◽  
Open Source Software Development ◽  
Free Open Source Software ◽  
Mailing Lists ◽  
Free Open Source

This chapter presents an empirical study of a free software development community and how its virtual organizational culture influences its work practices. Results show that beliefs in free software and freedom of choice, and values in cooperative work and community influence work practices and norms. The authors wish to convey the importance of understanding the deeply held beliefs and values of the free software movement by showing how a free software development community uses computer-mediated communication in the form of IRC (instant messaging), mailing lists, and summary digests to mitigate and resolve conflicts, build a community, reinforce beliefs, and facilitate teamwork. Results are intended to assist future contributors and managers of free/open source software development projects in understanding the social world surrounding free/open source software development.

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