Keeping up with Open Source Trends
Blog post from New Relic
Open source software continues to evolve and play a crucial role in modern software development, with companies like New Relic actively engaging with open source trends and tools. Open source solutions are preferred for creating complex software that meets the demand for improved online experiences, and tools like the GNU Compiler Collection (GCC) are essential in this endeavor. The adoption of cloud-native technologies and open-source observability tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, and Zipkin helps streamline the building and monitoring of internet applications. Despite concerns about security vulnerabilities, open source software is often as secure as proprietary software, benefiting from the collaborative efforts of contributors to quickly identify and address issues. Transparency in open source aligns with legislative trends like the GDPR and the California Consumer Privacy Act, promoting digital privacy and fostering innovation. New Relic encourages engagement with its open source projects and invites contributions from the community to enhance collaboration and innovation.