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== Comparison ==
In light of the points made by both Shane and James, there are very similar patterns that may be observed through the details of both presentations and both stories presented.
Both presentations focused on the aspect of how the core components of their represented software products, would be failures if global contributions ceased to arise.
The success of Drupal and Komodo Edit are due in part to the fact that many volunteers contribute in many different ways.
The observable pattern is that community and volunteer contributions are essential towards the success of an Open Source project.
Both Shane and James personal views on Open Source and FSOSS in general are similar in that they both agreed that Open Source is about respecting user’s freedom. People work on Open Source software because, they believe in the moral/social reasons or the practical advantages to an open development model.
== My Personal Views on Open Source ==
These opportunities enhance intellectual growth and provide information and knowledge beneficial towards everyone who is involved in the community. The Open Source world is an open community and the fact that anyone can assist and contribute is a fascinating aspect. Understanding the issues and opportunities inherent in open source is the first step in using it effectively to deliver maximum value towards one’s project and community.
== Conclusion ==
In conclusion, I was pleased with the presentations that I viewed at FSOSS 2008. Having been the fist symposium I have ever attended, I selected presentations that I hope would keep me interested. Focusing on Track A and Track B, I visited a multitude of interesting discussions and topics ranging from Copyright Bill C-61 to Mozilla Security to developing C# with Mono. My personal view on open source has improved post FSOSS 2008 because I discovered just how much of a dependency successful open source projects rely on the community through feedback and contributions. It is in essence, the fuel that drives the vehicle and without it, the vehicle is moving nowhere. I had a great time and look forward to more in the future.