Explore the life of a full-time open source developer in this 44-minute conference talk from JSWORLD Conference. Gain insights into the challenges and rewards of dedicating oneself to open source projects, with a focus on Vue.js creator Evan You's experiences. Discover the motivations behind going full-time, including freedom, impact, and fulfillment. Learn about the mental challenges faced, such as fear, uncertainty, doubt, and self-imposed guilt. Understand how to manage the responsibilities that come with maintaining a popular open source project, including handling user feedback, pull requests, and feature requests. Get practical tips on maintaining work-life balance, dealing with publicity and pressure, and prioritizing tasks effectively. Delve into strategies for coping with criticism and negativity while staying focused on project goals. Leave with valuable insights on how to thrive as an open source developer and maintain a healthy relationship with your work and community.