Discuss: Cleared for Takeoff – Embracing Open Source within the Enterprise

[jeffreality]

Cleared for Takeoff: Embracing Open Source within the Enterprise

Universe Session Track: DevOps — DEV1460B

Tuesday, October 29th, 12:30PM-01:10PM

In today’s rapidly evolving tech landscape, open source isn’t just a buzzword — it’s a catalyst for collaboration, agility, and transparent innovation. This session dives into Southwest Airlines' journey in embracing open source to drive innovation and build community. We’ll discuss how open-source practices break down silos, foster collaboration, and create solutions that are both agile and secure. Attendees will learn strategies for securing executive buy-in, managing legal considerations, and fostering an active open-source community within an enterprise.

Facilitator: Jeffrey Berthiaume, Sr. Innovator, Southwest Airlines

Let’s Get This Discussion Off the Ground!
I’d love to hear your thoughts: What challenges or successes have you experienced in persuading your company that releasing internally developed code as open source is secure and beneficial?

Jump in to share your experiences with building internal or external communities, managing open-source contributions, or securing buy-in from stakeholders. Let’s keep the ideas grounded in real-world examples, exploring both the potential and practicalities of open-source in the enterprise.

And if you’re at Universe, please join the session to explore some templates I’ll be sharing, and bring your own experiences to the Q&A. I’ll also be available to chat afterward. Looking forward to connecting!

[tmtri3102]

So excited! Can't wait

[jeffreality]

Here are the two templates I wanted to share with everyone who caught my presentation—thank you for tuning in! I'd love to hear your thoughts: Did these help? What did you add or adjust? And did they help spark your own internal open source initiatives?

OSS-Triage.docx
OSS-Dependencies.xlsx

[jeffreality]

Also, if you didn't get a chance to see it in person, here is a link to my talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HLXG-57o7NE