I have started using Kindmetrics shortly after the Beta was announced. With time, I started migrating my projects to it one by one. I like how easy it is to get started, when compared to Google Analytics and the rest of the bunch. It was made to be fast and simple, and you can feel it from the first glance.
Besides my "happy customer" review, I have to say that I find this model quite interesting. In fact, I have had these exact same thoughts for my own core product - linqable. I can't say that the fears of enterprises with regards to open source are always grounded. Yes, I can technically take Kindmetrics' source code, compile and self-host at some point. I'd probably do, but I will always get back to Håkan as a trusted source for support. I can also help him co-build the next version of kindmetrics, which would fit better to my use cases as well (or to those of any other contributor).
What we often fail to realize is that software, sadly as it sounds, is transient. It was built to solve a particular problem; with time it evolves and may help solve other problems as well. Yet, ultimately, something new will get born on the basis of the original idea. Something made by people, for other people. This is where open source really hits the sweet spot. It helps others build trust with the individual, and potentially collaborate on new ventures.
Thank you so much Preslav. Needed some emotional boost so that was really appreciated!
This message is just what is needed when you put hours on coding something that just came out.
On self-hosting; That is exactly my reason why I want to open source it. One part of me wants to be able to live on this. But I also want to help so many as I can to have more privacy. Those who like self-hosting and feel better that way will also make me feel better :) A way to solve both of this is maybe some donation or sponsorship for those who self-hosting to sponsor me with some yearly, monthly or one-time donation. But that's something I will decide later when Kindmetrics is in full-version and bigger.
As all developers, I recognize what you mean. I am trying to solve a problem, and trying to do the right thing at the same time. That is probably every developer want to do. I also think open source give that feedback and boost you need when you are building something alone. You won't be alone anymore and that feels nice.
And lastly, I will be waiting and would lovely review your contribution to the code when it comes Preslav!
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I have started using Kindmetrics shortly after the Beta was announced. With time, I started migrating my projects to it one by one. I like how easy it is to get started, when compared to Google Analytics and the rest of the bunch. It was made to be fast and simple, and you can feel it from the first glance.
Besides my "happy customer" review, I have to say that I find this model quite interesting. In fact, I have had these exact same thoughts for my own core product - linqable. I can't say that the fears of enterprises with regards to open source are always grounded. Yes, I can technically take Kindmetrics' source code, compile and self-host at some point. I'd probably do, but I will always get back to Håkan as a trusted source for support. I can also help him co-build the next version of kindmetrics, which would fit better to my use cases as well (or to those of any other contributor).
What we often fail to realize is that software, sadly as it sounds, is transient. It was built to solve a particular problem; with time it evolves and may help solve other problems as well. Yet, ultimately, something new will get born on the basis of the original idea. Something made by people, for other people. This is where open source really hits the sweet spot. It helps others build trust with the individual, and potentially collaborate on new ventures.
Thank you so much Preslav. Needed some emotional boost so that was really appreciated!
This message is just what is needed when you put hours on coding something that just came out.
On self-hosting; That is exactly my reason why I want to open source it. One part of me wants to be able to live on this. But I also want to help so many as I can to have more privacy. Those who like self-hosting and feel better that way will also make me feel better :) A way to solve both of this is maybe some donation or sponsorship for those who self-hosting to sponsor me with some yearly, monthly or one-time donation. But that's something I will decide later when Kindmetrics is in full-version and bigger.
As all developers, I recognize what you mean. I am trying to solve a problem, and trying to do the right thing at the same time. That is probably every developer want to do. I also think open source give that feedback and boost you need when you are building something alone. You won't be alone anymore and that feels nice.
And lastly, I will be waiting and would lovely review your contribution to the code when it comes Preslav!