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Open Source Cornerstones: Foundational Ideas and People in Open Source/Free Software Movement

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“This week I offer a change of pace in my blog by presenting
some foundational people and ideas that the open source movement is
based on. I include plenty of links to enhance your understanding
as well as provide some scavenger hunt questions in hopes that you
will explore the beginnings of open source.

“I am sure I missed some people and ideas and look forward to
seeing your contributions in the comments section to provide even
more history on open source.

“* Eric S. Raymond’s classic “The Cathedral and the Bazaar”
essay on his observations about open source first presented in
1997. A must read for anyone looking to understand the open source
revolution”

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