The Benefits and Pitfalls of OSS Project Metrics - Measuring Health and Risk in Open Source Communities
Save Big on Coursera Plus. 7,000+ courses at $160 off. Limited Time Only! Grab it Explore the complexities of evaluating open source projects through data-driven metrics in this 35-minute Linux Foundation conference talk. Delve into common practices for measuring open source communities, including data sources and metric selection. Gain insights into a framework for assessing non-security related open source risks. Learn about bots, licensing, activity, dependencies, cost, and community metrics. Understand the importance of collecting data while considering privacy policies. Discover recommendations for influencing open source project health and mitigating risks. Conclude with a Q&A session to address specific concerns and deepen your understanding of open source project evaluation.