Category: Open Source Software

Open source software (OSS) has come a long way since pioneers unleashed the development in the late 80s. These days you don't have to look hard to see examples of OSS being utilized. Businesses use TYPO3 CMS for their web instance, Linux as their operating system, MySQL as their database: it’s an act of liberation.

April 2018: Developer Appreciation Day (DAD)

Welcome back to Developer Appreciation Day (DAD)! We’re very happy to present another analysis of contributions to TYPO3 CMS over the last month to you. No doubt about it, you developers rock - thanks a lot to all of you! Check our current list for names and some truly impressive numbers.

March 2018: Developer Appreciation Day (DAD)

The new month is in the starting blocks, which means: It’s time for Developer Appreciation Day (DAD). We are happy and grateful for everyone who contributed to the TYPO3 core over the last month. Here’s to you, all you hard working TYPO3 developers! Find some truly impressive numbers and the contributor’s names in our current blog post.

Hat Tip to TYPO3 Coders - February 2018

Welcome back for another analysis of contributions to TYPO3 CMS over the last month. No doubt about it, you coders rock! You’ve done an amazing number of contributions. Check our list for names and numbers.

6 Reasons Why IT Decision Makers Turn to OSS Like TYPO3 CMS

There is one misconception about open source software (OSS) which stubbornly prevails: Since OSS is for free, it doesn’t require any costs whatsoever. While the software itself is free of charge, the implementation and regular maintenance is not. Yet, there are many reasons why IT decision makers turn to OSS solutions. Learn why in this blog post.

Hat Tip to TYPO3 Coders - January 2018

Now, that the first month of the year has passed, we’re - again - happy to share the contributions to the TYPO3 project with you. We’d like to thank each and every one for your ongoing support and your devoted work. Here are January’s names and some impressive numbers.

Hat Tip to TYPO3 Coders - December 2017

Happy New Year to all of you! With 2018 now underway, we’d like to take the opportunity to thank all of the people who contributed to the TYPO3 core in December. Your engagement to the project is greatly appreciated and deserves special attention. Here's to you!

On Perfect Code and Real Software

Due to the nature of code, software will never be entirely bug-free. However, a systematic review process ensures avoiding vulnerabilities and provides high-quality software. The code in a powerhouse CMS like TYPO3 is complex. If you’re running your site on an older version, keep it safe by opting for Extended Long Term Support (ELTS) and prolonging your website's lifespan.

Hat Tip to TYPO3 Coders - November 2017

As an open source software community we’re grateful for all of the ongoing contributions to the TYPO3 project through our creative and productive teams. Today, a special thank-you goes to all of our hardworking coders who were busy in November, and we’d like to share some of remarkable numbers with you!

Open Source Software: Finding Common Ground

Within OSS, it should be about collaboration, not competition. In aligning efforts and agreeing to solve specific issues using a common agenda open source software can be strengthened as a whole.

Unmasking 3 Myths About OSS CMS

When it comes to open source software (OSS), content management systems (CMS) and doing business, some misconceptions stubbornly prevail. It's time to dispel a few of these myths.

Choosing Open Source Software is an Act of Liberation

Open source software (OSS) has come a long way since pioneers unleashed the development in the late 80s. These days you don't have to look hard to see examples of open source software being embraced and utilized. Whether businesses use TYPO3 CMS for their web instance, Linux as their operating system, MySQL as their database, or Piwik for their web analytics, more and more companies are liberating themselves from commercial software.

Open source software isn’t about saving money, it’s about gaining control over your digital world. And today, open source software (OSS) is omnipresent and firmly rooted in today’s business world.