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Rebel Code: Linux and the Open Source Revolution
by Glyn Moody
Great read about the beginnings of Linux and other open source projects. The first few chapters on Linux specifically were fascinating, and very encouraging to see how just a few people can start a project so large.
The middle and end of the book dragged on a bit long. Unfortunately, the book becomes difficult to follow after the first few chapters, as many new projects and individuals are introduced. The segues are brief and forced, and often connect topics with no relation at all leaving the reader confused. Other times companies are introduced with no mention of what they actually DID, but rather mentioned offhand with vague statements. Later, other companies are introduced as "similar to previous company XYZ", leaving the reader with no clue what is actually going on.
Additionally, if you're looking for an unbiased account, this isn't exactly it. The book mostly stays on task, but often makes comments to paint companies that produce proprietary code in a poor light.
The middle and end of the book dragged on a bit long. Unfortunately, the book becomes difficult to follow after the first few chapters, as many new projects and individuals are introduced. The segues are brief and forced, and often connect topics with no relation at all leaving the reader confused. Other times companies are introduced with no mention of what they actually DID, but rather mentioned offhand with vague statements. Later, other companies are introduced as "similar to previous company XYZ", leaving the reader with no clue what is actually going on.
Additionally, if you're looking for an unbiased account, this isn't exactly it. The book mostly stays on task, but often makes comments to paint companies that produce proprietary code in a poor light.