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Small Shop Proprietary Software in a Big Open Source World
"Discover how a small software shop can thrive in the open source world by focusing on its niche, adapting to change, and weighing the pros and cons of transitioning to open source or finding a succession plan for its proprietary platform."
- Small software shops can thrive in a big open source world by focusing on their niche and being willing to adapt to changing circumstances.
- Proprietary software can be a valuable asset, but it’s important to have a plan for succession and be open to change.
- The speaker’s company, Montague Web Works, has a proprietary platform for building websites that is still in use today.
- The company has been able to maintain its independence and avoid the need for massive startup funding by focusing on its niche market.
- The speaker is concerned about the future of the company and is seeking a succession plan.
- The company’s platform is based on ColdFusion, which is an old technology, but it has a unique set of features and is easy to use.
- The speaker is trying to decide whether to sell the company or pass it on to someone else, but is uncertain about the best course of action.
- The company has a small group of dedicated customers who appreciate its simplicity and ease of use.
- The speaker is considering making the platform open source, but is uncertain about the potential benefits and drawbacks.
- The company is not trying to compete with big players like Squarespace and WordPress, but rather is focused on serving its niche market.
- The speaker is trying to find a way to gradually transition the company out of his control, while also ensuring that the company’s customers are supported.
- The company’s business model is unique and is based on the idea of providing a set of tools that allow customers to build and manage their own websites.
- The speaker is concerned about the potential for the company’s proprietary platform to become obsolete, and is considering how to ensure its continued relevance.
- The company has a strong sense of community and is committed to helping its customers achieve their goals.
- The speaker is trying to understand how the company’s proprietary platform can be adapted to meet the needs of its users.
- The company’s platform is designed to be easy to use and intuitive, with a focus on simplicity and ease of use.
- The speaker is committed to ensuring that the company’s customers are supported and that the company remains relevant and viable.