Open Source: Connecting Continents, Inspiring Innovation

Cultivating Curiosity for Coding

Tayebwa Noah's fascination with computers ignited his journey into software development, leading him to pursue a degree in Software Engineering.

Jessie Ssebuliba became a self-taught developer through YouTube and open source, particularly the OpenMRS medical records system.

Discovering the Impact of Open Source

Open source introduced Noah and Jessie to diverse Ugandan projects and global connections, fostering their skills and networks.

Open source became a critical learning pathway, comparable to a formal degree in computer science.

Collaboration Beyond Borders

Noah's contributions to Eclipse Adoptium and Cargo Tracker ignited a partnership with Hendrik Ebbers of Open Elements.

Their collaboration now spans web development, libraries, and Apache Maven, supported by Germany's Sovereign Tech Fund.

Being a Developer in Kampala, Uganda

Noah and Jessie work from a coworking space in Kampala, facing challenges like power outages and lack of street addresses.

Open Elements strives to provide a fair work environment and support their employees in Uganda.

The Transformative Power of Open Source

For Noah, open source brings a sense of pride and purpose as his contributions impact people worldwide.

Jessie emphasizes how open source communities have shaped his career and personal growth.

Open source breaks barriers and creates opportunities, proving its significance beyond just a development model.

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