Name: Unlocking the Potential of Open Source: Transforming an Internal Project Into an Open Source Project - Nico Rikken, Alliander & Jonas van den Bogaard, Alliander N.V.
Start: 2024-09-05T11:45:00+0200
End: 2024-09-05T12:30:00+0200

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5 - 6 September, 2024
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Thursday September 5, 2024 11:45 - 12:30 CEST

Ballroom Salon A

Ever wondered how to take internal code and transform it into an open source project? The Open Source Program Office (OSPO) at Alliander has guided the launch of several open source projects within the energy sector. Our journey has led us to develop a structured and streamlined process for open sourcing internal code, complete with an intake form and automated checks to ensure efficiency. We're eager to share our valuable insights and proven strategies with the wider community, catering to enterprises of all sizes and sectors. Join us for an enlightening talk that will delve into our open sourcing process, the essential aspects it encompasses, and the crucial role of the OSPO in facilitating the process. Key topics include: * Securing internal and external commitment * Securing financing and resources * Crafting effective documentation * Establishing project governance and code quality standards * Cultivating and nurturing a thriving community * Putting the process into practice with real-world examples Don't miss this opportunity to unlock the full potential of open source and learn to move your internal projects to open source!

Speakers

Jonas van den Bogaard

Digital Strategy Lead & Open Source Office Lead, Alliander N.V.

Jonas van den Bogaard is a Digital Strategy Lead at Alliander, a distribution system operator (DSO) in the Netherlands. Alliander provides reliable, affordable, and accessible energy transport and distribution to a large part of the Netherlands. Open source has proved to be an enabler... Read More →

Nico Rikken

Open Source Advocate, Alliander

Nico Rikken has a track record in maximizing the potential of Free and Open Source Software in the energy sector and in the Netherlands. As Open Source Ambassador at grid operator Alliander he helps make open source project participation successful and ensure control over the company... Read More →

Thursday September 5, 2024 11:45 - 12:30 CEST
Ballroom Salon A

Open Source Best Practices

LF Energy Summit 2024

Jonas van den Bogaard

Nico Rikken

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