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@ Andrea Díaz Correia
2025-04-26 18:45:37
Open source software is freely available for use and open to contributions from anyone—no permission needed. It thrives on community involvement through coding, design, and community support.
Is it "free work"? Not really. Contributing is voluntary, something you do because you use a project and want to see it improve—a win-win situation.
How do full-time open source contributors make money? Funded projects pay active contributors and offer bounties for specific tasks. Companies and foundations that support open source also provide financing. It's different from traditional employment, but I personally love the open source work style.
I advocate for open source because technological advancement depends on it, and contributing to projects you use is incredibly fulfilling. The goal is advancing technology, not just getting paid to code.
For beginners seeking experience, contributing to projects you enjoy will impress interviewers far more than practice apps. You'll also gain valuable insight into real development environments.
In conclusion, participate in open source projects you care about. Making money takes time and proof of work, but you'll help improve tools you actually use. If you're chasing high salaries, get a job—don't expect payment for voluntary contributions.
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