Many open source developers will be downcast to learn that Microsoft is acquiring GitHub, a hugely popular software development platform.
Even if Microsoft turns out to be a competent steward of GitHub’s legacy, is it time to move your code repos, and if so, where? Here are credible alternative software development platforms that may become the de facto home of open source software development.
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