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A resource to get notified when certain open source projects change in a negative way? (sh.itjust.works)

submitted 4 months ago by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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I’m looking for a way to keep an eye on open source software I’m using, especially if there are detrimental changes. Like for example when there’s an acquisition (Raivo Authenticator) or the project has not been updated in a long time (potentially posing a security risk).

But I don’t want to have to read about every project, just the ones I’m using.

Anyone got any ideas?

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[–] [email protected] 13 points 4 months ago (1 children)

I think participating in communities which are centered around discussion of open source software is the ideal solution. That could be on Lemmy, Mastodon, GitHub, Reddit, Discord, wherever devs and users congregate (and, whatever platforms you find tolerable). I think the information you are seeking is too varied and in some cases subjective to be captured and parsed by an automated tool. And it would be great if you could help others by posting in those communities about changes that you are unhappy with, so others can make informed decisions.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 4 months ago

Just here to comment on your PFP.

Shimarin FTW.