Open Source — The Highest Form of Human Activity

The author reflects on the profound philosophical and existential significance of Open Source. The text addresses the controversial interaction between the open community and closed commercial products, where licensing obligations are often ignored. The author admits to having long felt apprehensive about this phenomenon, realizing its scale and the seriousness of its implications for the industry. The article calls for a re-evaluation of Open Source, viewing it not merely as a tool, but as a supreme form of human activity based on collaboration and knowledge sharing. It examines the ethical aspects of using others' work and emphasizes that ignoring Open Source principles cannot remain without consequences in the long run. The piece serves as an invitation to discuss the future of free software and the responsibility of developers toward the community that builds the foundation for modern technology.