For many of the open source “purists” in the ICT4D field, there is only one (relatively rigid) way to run an open source project. For others – usually those who have had to actually work through the many challenges and complexities of open sourcing a piece of software – things are rarely that clear-cut. Being … Continue reading Open or not open? That is the question.
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Focus on the users, and all else will follow
If we were to have a mantra on the FrontlineSMS project, it would be this: “Focus on the users, and all else will follow”. From the very beginning we’ve been unashamedly focused on servicing the needs of our growing NGO user base. Much of the advanced functionality you see in the software today has been … Continue reading Focus on the users, and all else will follow