2. LAST WEEK
- Definition of Open Source
- Historical examples of Open Source projects
- Wright brother’s and the plane
3. THIS WEEK
- What is the psychology behind Open Source designs?
- What does Open Source have to do with graphic design?
- What pros/cons are there to Open Source in terms of design?
4. THIS WEEK
- What is the psychology behind Open Source designs?
Self-gratification
Self-realization
Altruism
- However, regardless of the motivation, the community has contributed to
this massive collaboration project.
“ Within the open-source space there is an underlying thread of reciprocity
and support of the group as a whole over individual concerns. Certainly,
not everything done in the open-source realm is noble or even beneficial,
but by and large the community does support a greater good—the further-
ing of open source and open standards across all technology platforms and
devices.”
5. THIS WEEK
- What does Open Source have to do with graphic design?
Community aspect of design
The blur between programmer/designer role
The demand of present day clientele
6. THIS WEEK
- What pros/cons are there to Open Source in terms of design?
PROS CONS
- Collective problem solving - Can limit creativity if used incorrectly
- Promotes creativity - Copyright issues
- Endless possibilities - Ethics
- No need to reinvent wheel
- Ability to customize
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