Learn about the challenges and strategies of developing an open source project within a proprietary industry in this 26-minute conference talk by Olivier Crête from Collabora. Explore the journey of creating the Secure Reliable Transport (SRT) network protocol, understanding the motivations behind open-sourcing, and the key considerations involved. Discover the importance of defining project goals, identifying stakeholders, and establishing roles within the open source community. Gain insights into crucial aspects such as decision-making processes, license selection, source code preparation, and development cooperation tools. Understand how to effectively bring the project to users and create awareness in the industry. This talk provides valuable lessons for anyone interested in navigating the complexities of open source development in traditionally closed environments.