Answers about finding people to build with
Side projects, co-founders and contributors: how people find each other, and what makes a collaboration hold together past the first week.
5 answers in this topic
Can GitHub block pull requests that add disallowed open source licenses
GitHub can block PRs for license policy violations when license compliance is enforced through branch rulesets, not by default.
Can I Still Contribute to Apache Projects Without Signing a Contributor Agreement?
Yes, you can contribute small patches and other in-scope work under Apache License terms, but commit rights and larger contributions need a signed ICLA.
Do I need a new license to open source a GitHub repo?
Publishing on GitHub does not create a new license. You need to choose and add a license file if you want others to use, change, and redistribute the code.
How can I fund open source maintainers from GitHub?
Use GitHub Sponsors, add a sponsor button, pick a tier, and pay with a personal or organization account. Learn the limits, fees, and setup steps.
How to get feedback on a side project before launching
A practical way to get feedback before launch: pick the right testers, ask for the right actions, and collect useful notes without turning it into fake validation.
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