Empowering Asian Contributions - The Rise of Regional User Groups in Open Source Communities

Explore the growth and impact of regional open source user groups across Asia in this 41-minute conference talk from the Linux Foundation. Discover how the OpenChain Project's Japan Chapter, established in 2017, has sparked the creation of regional communities throughout China, Korea, and other Asian countries, addressing the historically limited contributions from Asia despite its large population. Learn about the unique characteristics and motivations driving the OpenChain Japan community, and examine collaborative partnerships with other open source initiatives like the TODO Group that have amplified their collective impact. Gain insights into the essential elements needed to build successful regional open source communities in Japan, while understanding how local activities can effectively integrate with the global open source ecosystem through messages from OpenChain and TODO Group managers.