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Returning Home and Evolving As Consultant in 2026

2026-01-20 ~ toscalix ~ Leave a comment

In 2026, Agustin relocates to La Palma while evolving his independent consulting practice. He aims to specialize services, explore freelancer collaborations, and adapt to AI, while remaining active in the thriving global open-source community.

Community Analysis: AGL BI Journey

2025-12-232025-12-22 ~ toscalix ~ Leave a comment

This article focuses on the community analysis of the Automotive Grade Linux Business Intelligence study. It explains which data was analyzed, why individuals were excluded, and how understanding teams and organizations helps correctly interpret metrics from complex software production systems.

Automotive Grade Linux Business Intelligence Journey: Introduction

2025-12-162025-12-21 ~ toscalix ~ 1 Comment

This study applies business intelligence to Automotive Grade Linux, offering a data-driven view of its software production system. By analyzing activity, code review, and delivery performance, it shows how descriptive analytics can guide improvement in complex open source ecosystems.

There Is No “Commercial” Open Source – Only Open Source

2025-12-092025-12-09 ~ toscalix ~ Leave a comment

Open source already includes commercial use by definition. The label “commercial open source” mixes copyright, licenses and business models, creates confusion, and helps disguise non‑open‑source licenses. If you care about the open source commons, avoid the term and always check the facts.

Choosing AnyType: A Platform for Scalable, Secure Governance

2025-12-022025-12-02 ~ toscalix ~ Leave a comment

STF needed a scalable, secure, and asynchronous collaboration system for representatives across multiple time zones. This article explains why AnyType was selected, how it is used today, and which features and challenges matter most as the Software Transparency Foundation.

Thank you SCANOSS. Hello STF.

2025-11-252025-11-21 ~ toscalix ~ Leave a comment

After two years helping SCANOSS strengthen its open source and open data strategy, my focus now shifts fully to the Software Transparency Foundation. I’m grateful for SCANOSS’s trust and support, and I look forward to continuing our collaboration through STF.

From Commodity Trap to Sustainable Innovation: Convincing Automotive Executives to Embrace Open Source

2025-11-192026-01-14 ~ toscalix ~ Leave a comment

Automotive companies spend too much on commodity software. Co-creating multiplies their investment through community collaboration. This frees resources for true differentiation. Read about, the concepts and ideas to master, that support this strategic journey.

Value Types: Reputation and Influence

2025-11-112025-11-12 ~ toscalix ~ 3 Comments

This is the forth article of the series describing the open source value flow model. We'll focus on the value types: Reputation and Influence. We'll cover how to measure and report on them.

The evolution of my remote office setup – 2025

2025-11-042025-11-04 ~ toscalix ~ 2 Comments

Blog post describing the evolution of my "remote office" set up in the last couple of years.

Why choosing open source tools; yet another argument

2025-10-282025-10-20 ~ toscalix ~ Leave a comment

Your toolbox defines your craft. The freedom to choose, evolve, and master your tools is not just a productivity choice—it’s a long-term strategic decision that will put you in control of your craft, for life. Yet another reason to choose open source tools.

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