Open-Source Alternatives to Everything: Building a Free and Local Digital Ecosystem
Open Drop is a collective of senior developers, AI researchers, and ML engineers dedicated to creating and promoting high-quality open-source alternatives to proprietary software. We believe in the power of community-driven development and local computing solutions that respect user privacy and freedom.
We aim to develop, improve, and evangelize open-source software that can replace proprietary tools across all computing needs. By building a comprehensive ecosystem of alternatives, we empower users to break free from vendor lock-in and take control of their digital lives.
Our community consists of:
- 🏗️ Senior software architects with decades of industry experience
- 🧠 AI researchers pushing the boundaries of machine learning
- 🔄 Full-stack developers proficient in multiple programming paradigms
- ⚙️ DevOps specialists with expertise in deployment and scaling
- 🔒 Security experts focused on privacy-preserving technologies
Whether you're an experienced developer or just starting your journey in open-source, we welcome contributors of all skill levels. Our community values:
- 📚 Knowledge sharing and mentorship
- ✅ Code quality and documentation
- 🎨 User experience and accessibility
- 🛡️ Privacy and security by design
- GitHub: github.com/open-drop
- Mail: ayush.th2002@gmail.com
- Weekly Meetings: Fridays at 20:00 Indian Standard Time (IST)