Building a no-drama community

09:4035 mins09/11/2024

In this talk, we’ll focus on how the AlmaLinux project has chosen to foster a positive, drama-free community in the Linux ecosystem.

Whether you’re starting a new community or wrangling an existing one, it can be tempting to fall into the trap of bonding over shared enemies to see short-term, high-numbers growth. But, benny has spent the last 10 years building drama-free communities with a different kind of success.

While many open-source projects rally members through shared frustrations or negativity, AlmaLinux took the more challenging path of uniting people through thoughtful dialogue and focusing on helping each other. By prioritizing respect, collaboration, and inclusivity, the AlmaLinux community grew healthier and stronger without the need for battle cries or infusing drama. Learn how this approach not only built a stable and thriving community around AlmaLinux, but is also setting a new standard for open-source communities – and proving that progress doesn’t have to be divisive.