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Open Sourcing a Private Repo

Season 10, Episode 8 | October 30, 2024

Bekah and Dan discuss the considerations and steps involved in open sourcing a private repository, sharing insights from their own experience with the Virtual Coffee community docs.


Show Notes:

In Episode 8 of Season 10 of the Virtual Coffee Podcast, hosts Bekah and Dan delve into the intricate process of open sourcing a private repository. Drawing from their experience with Virtual Coffee's community docs, they discuss considerations like verifying the safety of repository content, ensuring appropriate permissions, and maintaining the privacy of sensitive discussions. They also touch on the importance of updating READEMEs, licensing, and providing clear guidelines for new contributors.


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