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What is the Best Way to Start a Paid GPL Project?
pooslinger writes "I know little to nothing about programming but would like to start, fund, and maintain a GPL linux POS application. I see there are a few available with the majority being closed source. I am currently starting a business and really despise the fact that I will have to spend $2-$5k on a proprietary solution. I would like to create an application where you could take a midrange PC, connect inexpensive touchscreens, barcode readers, thermal printers, credit card readers, etc; scan/input inventory; and begin selling. Something like a Debian POS distribution that boots into X and starts a POS terminal. Does something like this exist, am I just trying to reinvent the wheel?" How have other people approached starting a new GPL project, finding talent, and ensuring the code choices best benefit the community?
Fuck you, you fucking racist twit. Any "point" you were trying to make is now lost, thanks to this unnecessary redneck 'jab'.
I am with Linus on this one. For the life of me I can't understand what this sucking up to RMS is about. Linus himself does not think GPLv3 is a good thing. So why do people keep adopting it.
Without Linus FOSS is tossed. Not following Linus is dangerous for the survival of FOSS.
Haha, it's been... how long now, and you've only had one mod up (probably from a guy who wants to use his mod points up and saw your page full of drivel) and about, oh, 0 replies. Looks like nobody wants to play with you, fucktard. Fuck off.