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# Kettle and Pot or Peas in a Pod? A Debate on Open-Source and Proprietary Software


- **Date:** Friday, Jul 11, 2025
- **Time:** 11:40–12:10 (30 min)
- **Room:** Stage 5
- **Event:** World Congress 2025
- **Tags:** community, open source

## Recording

[Watch recording](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1585-kettle-and-pot-or-peas-in-a-pod-a-debate-on-open-source-and-proprietary-software)

## Description

The debate between open-source and proprietary software remains a central discussion. Are they fundamentally at odds, or can they complement each other to drive innovation? 
This talk explores the strengths and weaknesses of both models, addressing key questions: 

·         How do open-source and commercial ecosystems impact software quality, security, and sustainability? 

·         What role do licensing, community contributions, and business incentives play in shaping the future of development? 

·         How can companies successfully blend open-source and proprietary strategies to maximize value? 

## Speakers

### [Kevin](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/@kevin)

Kevin Willems, Solution Engineer at Apryse
### [Roxana Crisan](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/@roxana-crisan)

Roxana Crisan, License Compliance Manager at Apryse


## Related talks at this congress

- [What Makes Open Source Work: Licensing and Beyond](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/events/world-congress-2025/sessions/733-what-makes-open) — Peter Zaitsev
- [Harnessing the Power of Open Source's Newest Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/events/world-congress-2025/sessions/868-harnessing-the-power) — Francisco Carneiro
- [Achieving Design Excellence in Open-Source Software](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/events/world-congress-2025/sessions/690-achieving-design) — Martin Keary
- [Code Red: When Your Tools Turn Against You ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/events/world-congress-2025/sessions/510-code-red-when-your) — Aaron Bray, Julian Totzek-Hallhuber