Maintaining & Sustaining Software Beginner 16m
Starting an Open Source Project
Launching a successful open source project involves more than just code. Start your journey here.
Learning outcomes
- Define the purpose and goals of a new open source project
- Identify the foundational steps for launching a successful open source project
- Apply best practices for choosing an appropriate open source license
- Demonstrate how to set up version control and create a contributor-friendly environment
- Recognize the importance of documentation and community guidelines from the start
Prerequisites
Git, Open source basics
Cite this lesson
APA
GitHub (2026). Starting an Open Source Project. UC OSPO Network. https://opensource.guide/starting-a-project/
BibTeX
@misc{starting_an_open_source_project_2026,
author = {{GitHub}},
title = {Starting an Open Source Project},
year = {2026},
publisher = {UC OSPO Network},
url = {https://opensource.guide/starting-a-project/}
}