Open Source Development

Open source development is a collaborative process where software source code is made publicly available, allowing anyone to view, modify, and distribute it. Developers from around the world contribute improvements, fix bugs, and customize the software to better meet user needs. This approach fosters transparency, innovation, and collective problem-solving, often resulting in high-quality, adaptable products. Popular examples include the Linux operating system and the Firefox web browser. Open source promotes a community-driven model that emphasizes shared knowledge and collective effort, enabling rapid development and continuous improvement.