:Why Open Source Software Sucks--Software Simplicity Isn't Simple
Why Open Source Software Sucks--Software Simplicity Isn't Simple Dec 8, 2007, 01 :00 UTC (3 Talkback[s]) (6489 reads)
"But he then follows through with a great point that the gnarly problem that 37signals' applications solve is the problem of design. 37signals might be building fluffy Ruby-on-Rails Ajax sites, but that’s beside the point of the problem they’re really solving: how to design a great looking user experience that makes people happy.
"I think this draws a great parallel to what's wrong with free software: it's created to scratch a certain itch, and that's usually all it does. Compelling user interface? Joy to use? Nope, it solves the original programmer's problem and that's about it. And before you get all uppity that I'm attacking open source software, let me clarify that I'm talking about the open source software I create..."
