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Explore how open source principles can safely democratize software development through citizen development in this 58-minute sponsored conference session. Learn how the fear of non-developers using AI to write code parallels historical concerns about DIY home improvement, and discover how Home Depot's success model of providing proper tools, education, and boundaries can be applied to software development. Examine real-world examples of successful and failed citizen development initiatives while understanding how to build effective guardrails. Discover how open source communities can lead this revolution by leveraging visibility, community review, and shared knowledge to create natural boundaries that maintain safety while unlocking productivity gains. Understand how citizen developers can help IT teams overcome endless backlogs and focus on delivering meaningful solutions, with practical examples of open source tools and governance models that provide a blueprint for democratizing software development without compromising quality or security.
