Karl Fogel, the Open Source champion who plied his trade working on the Subversion project, has released his own free book on how to begin producing your own Open Source software. Available as a PDF download or as a simple HTML document, the 184 pages will enlighten you with detailed info on everything from technical infrastructure, packaging and development to dealing with your volunteers and getting your software released effectively. Unlike many developers and in true Open Source spirit, Mr Fogel makes sure his ideas and terms are clear and understandable, making it widely accessible to both rookies and veterans alike.

Get it here.

13 Apr 2006