Where's My Free Lunch

Where's My Free Lunch

Explore the hidden costs behind seemingly free services and products in the tech industry in this thought-provoking 33-minute conference talk. Examine the true price of "free" offerings, from daily news articles and social media platforms to code repositories and continuous integration services. Delve into the world of open-source libraries and frameworks, uncovering the various forms of payment – whether through cash, data, or potential liabilities. Gain insights into the sustainability of these models and consider the potential consequences of relying on free resources. Prepare to challenge your perspective on the true value and long-term implications of the "free lunch" mentality in the digital age.