Explore the evolution and current state of the Cassandra Development community in this 36-minute conference talk by Joshua A McKenzie from Apple, Inc. Gain insights into the community's journey over the past five years, examining its past, present, and future trajectory. Delve into the challenges and importance of building consensus as the ecosystem of contributors expands and personalities come and go. Analyze the impact of changing perspectives on the project's long-term health and discover how the community is adapting to these dynamics.