[OSGeo-Discuss] Re: FOSS4GIS business models

[Paolo Cavallini]

Lucena, Ivan ha scritto:

> I just got the latest issue of Dr. Dobbs Magazine with this cover-page
> article "South American Software Development":
> 
> http://www.ddj.com/architect/205600791;jsessionid=AXESE4MZSIY54QSNDLPCKHSCJUNN2JVN
> 
> 
> This article is more focused on Brazil than anywhere else in South
> America. It give a little light on the cultural differences that could
> lead to misunderstanding from outsiders. The article does mention Forum
> participation and language barriers as an issue.

Thanks Ivan, a very interesting read.
As a non-native en speaker, I understand these issues rather well.
Nevertheless, I think there is also something else, maybe self
sufficiency? A strong developing group has little incentive to open to
outside world.
All the best.
pc
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