Open Architecture

This section [will] describe architectural issues relevant for open source projects.

Community

  • How to generate a community
  • Flame wars and other body odours (How to resolve disagreements)

Design and Architecture

  • Design first - or rush to code
  • Considerations to make a community
  • Yet another ...
  • Licensing

Development

  • Development methodology
  • Ensuring copyright clarity
  • Trojan horses
  • Testing
  • Defects
  • Planning

Documentation

  • What documentation is required and how can it be provided?

Support

  • How to support end-users
  • The role and responsibilities of support organisations
  • What platforms and infrastructure need supporting
  • What set-up and install routines should be provided