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Learn practical strategies for improving communication between legal counsel and engineering teams in open source environments through this 19-minute conference talk from the Linux Foundation. Discover how to bridge the communication gap that often exists between lawyers and developers when working with open source technologies, as speakers from Ericsson share personal OSPO (Open Source Program Office) insights and actionable approaches. Explore why legal and engineering professionals often struggle to understand each other's perspectives and language, leading to frustration and inefficiency in collaborative settings. Gain understanding of how removing communication friction can unlock significant value by enabling legal teams to provide clearer, more actionable advice while helping engineers better comprehend legal guidance. Master techniques for creating a shared language between these distinct functions without requiring engineers to become lawyers or lawyers to become software developers. Understand how effective communication between legal and engineering teams prevents important messages from getting lost in translation when reporting to management, ultimately enabling more efficient collaboration across all stakeholders in open source projects.
