本书是关于什么的

本书是关于什么的？

This book serves as a guide for Open Source Program Offices (OSPOs), aiding them in gaining a better understanding of their role within organizations and providing valuable insights into the optimal practices for establishing and effectively managing an OSPO. The book covers a wide range of topics, including why organizations may or may not need an OSPO, the role of OSPOs in different types of organizations (public, private, small, medium, large), the challenges, antipatterns associated with OSPOs, and the tools and processes required to establish and manage an effective OSPO. Additionally, the book includes a concise introduction to assessing an organization’s preparedness for implementing an OSPO. It offers practical recommendations and step-by-step guidance on various aspects, ranging from formulating open source policies to effectively engaging with external open source communities.

本书不会涉及的内容

This book does not aim to provide guidance on open source software development or delve deeply into its technical aspects.

Additionally, it does not intend to offer guidance on the deployment, usage, and contribution to specific open source software projects, as this falls outside the scope of the book.

谁应该阅读本书？

This book is intended for any person that wants to better understand the role of OSPOs within an organization. More specific examples include:

• Executives, policy-makers and decision-makers who are responsible for establishing, overseeing, funding or sponsoring an OSPO within an organization.
• Open source program managers and leaders who are responsible for coordinating and managing an organization’s open source activities and engagement with open source communities.
• Legal and compliance professionals who are responsible for managing legal issues related to open source software, including licensing and intellectual property.