@laxla I agree.
This is about the criticism one gets from outsiders who expect you to set a certain path with your project. One aligning with their path.
So there's this implicit boundary where a hobby project crosses over into something where people slam the #BDFL label on and start making all kinds of demands.
When are those justified, and when not? That was the gist of my toot about.
https://social.coop/@smallcircles/113508056225107999
@smallcircles It’s easy. If they don’t like how it’s done or managed, fork it and make the hard work. But the majority is usually complaining without having the willingness to do and maintain […]
@smallcircles @laxla
If outsiders don't like the way that thinngs are done, then they can fork the project, and build it for themselves.
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