Which Open Source project will succeed

One who solves Real Problems and Delivers Continuous Value thrive

Sometimes we hear an open source project started because the developer wanted to address own itch. Under the hood, it is driven with solving a problem

Successful open source projects address a genuine need or solve a significant problem for a defined user base. This inherent utility attracts initial users and developers who are motivated by the software's value.

Successful projects consistently deliver updates, fix bugs, and evolve to meet the changing needs of their users. This continuous delivery of value keeps the project relevant and encourages ongoing engagement from both users and contributors. Stagnating projects, on the other hand, may have unclear goals, fail to maintain the software, or no longer align with user requirements, causing users and potential contributors to look for alternatives.