As the CTO of 11:59, I can say we’re big fans of open-source software. Not only are we using it, but we’re also contributing to it and building our own open-source solutions. Here’s why open source is such a big deal for us. 

Transparency That Builds Trust and Knowledge 

One of the best things about open source is how transparent it is. At 11:59, we love seeing exactly what’s going on with our software. Everything’s out in the open, so anyone can check the code, spot issues, or make improvements. This level of openness doesn’t just build trust—it helps others learn, too. By having access to the source code, developers, businesses, and even our customers can better understand the underlying technologies that power our solutions. This educational aspect of open source is a huge bonus, making it easier for people to grasp how things work and allowing them to innovate even further. 

It’s Easy on the Budget 

Let’s be honest—running a tech company means keeping an eye on costs. Open-source software helps us do just that. By using OSS, we avoid hefty licensing fees that come with proprietary software. These savings allow us to direct funds toward things that matter more, like innovation or improving our customer experience. Plus, with open source, we’re not tied down by a specific vendor’s way of doing things. We can tweak the software however we like, saving time and money. 

Collaboration and Creating Our Own Solutions 

Open source is all about community. At 11:59, we love being part of a global group of developers working together to build better software. We’re not just taking from the open-source world—we’re giving back by contributing to existing projects and building our own solutions from the ground up. By sharing our tools with the community, we’re solving problems for ourselves and helping others tackle similar challenges. This mix of collaboration and creation lets us stay on the cutting edge while helping others along the way. 

In summary, we love open source because it’s transparent, cost-effective, and allows us to collaborate with the community and build innovative solutions. We’re excited to keep contributing to the open-source ecosystem. We are even more thrilled to debut our Nebula GenAI Accelerator, which builds a Knowledge Base GenAI system in AWS in just minutes. Because it’s open source, people can use it and learn from it, adapt it to their own needs, and contribute to its growth and improvement.