Engineering open ecosystems: Inside the process of building collaboration at scale

This talk, presented by Francisco Carneiro from the Eclipse Foundation, explores the intentional design and governance of large-scale open source ecosystems. The session discusses the distinct roles of industry stakeholders, developers, and foundations in fostering structured collaboration, which is crucial for managing shared business and technical challenges. It outlines the processes involved in decision-making regarding open source versus vendor solutions, emphasizing the importance of stakeholder interaction for innovation and cost distribution. The speaker highlights how evolving industry needs and technologies lead to the creation of new initiatives and working groups, enabling coordinated innovation across different domains. Understanding these dynamics is essential for organizations aiming to effectively engage in open source ecosystems and influence collaborative infrastructure development.