Talk

Finding Product-Market Fit in a Community-Driven Open Source Company

Monday, 19 May 2025 @ 09:40 - 10:00

Building a successful Open Source company requires more than just great code. It demands deep synergy with the community, a strategic approach to growth, and a unique perspective on hiring. In this talk, we’ll explore how Open Source companies can align with their communities to drive adoption and innovation while also identifying sustainable business models.

We’ll dive into:

• How to create synergies between an Open Source community and your company to fuel both product evolution and business success.
• Strategies for turning engaged users into leads without compromising the spirit of Open Source.
• The journey to Product-Market Fit: balancing community needs with commercial viability.

Whether you’re building an Open Source startup or scaling an existing project, this talk will offer actionable insights on how to harness the power of community while ensuring long-term success.