From 4d2accb4df737ca02b1d44fe47de460b7af69709 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Chris Cranford Date: Mon, 4 Nov 2024 06:55:37 -0500 Subject: [PATCH] Debezium moving to Commonhaus Announcement --- ...4-11-04-debezium-moving-to-commonhaus.adoc | 44 ++++++++++++++ foundation/faq.asciidoc | 60 +++++++++++++++++++ 2 files changed, 104 insertions(+) create mode 100644 _posts/2024-11-04-debezium-moving-to-commonhaus.adoc create mode 100644 foundation/faq.asciidoc diff --git a/_posts/2024-11-04-debezium-moving-to-commonhaus.adoc b/_posts/2024-11-04-debezium-moving-to-commonhaus.adoc new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..8deef4db98 --- /dev/null +++ b/_posts/2024-11-04-debezium-moving-to-commonhaus.adoc @@ -0,0 +1,44 @@ +--- +layout: post +title: Moving Debezium to a Foundation +date: 2024-11-04 00:00:00 +tags: [ announcement ] +author: ccranfor +--- + +After consulting with the community both inside and outside of Red Hat, we have made the decision to submit a request for the https://github.com/debezium[Debezium project] to join the https://www.commonhaus.org[Commonhaus Foundation]. + +++++++ + +Today, we are thrilled to announce that the Debezium project is starting the transition to the Commonhaus Foundation. +Debezium is the leading open-source distributed platform for Change Data Capture (CDC), and has been sponsored exclusively by Red Hat since its inception back in 2015. +The move to CommonHaus aligns with our link:2024-10-03-plan-to-move-debezium-to-foundation[goal to foster a more inclusive, collaborative environment]. + +== Why Move to a Foundation? + +Debezium has seen exceptional growth and adoption since 2015. +Many data streaming providers rely on a variety of foundational components, and for CDC, that most often means Debezium. +We want to continue this momentum, and we believe moving to a foundation helps to facilitate that goal. + +For more details, see our link:2024-10-03-plan-to-move-debezium-to-foundation[goals and reasons] for moving to a foundation. + +== Why Commonhaus? + +Commonhaus stands out because of its innovative governance framework and commitment to project independence. +This benefits the Debezium community and its collaborators by allowing us to continue to provide the same release cadence and commitment to excellence that we have today. +We are thrilled to join other prominent projects at Commonhaus, which includes Hibernate, Jackson, and Quarkus. + +== What's Next? + +We are committed to keeping Debezium the open-source leader in the Change Data Capture (CDC) space. +We remain ever vigilant in our pursuit to innovate, evolve, and deliver the best experience for our vibrant user community. +This transition will enable us to welcome a wider array of contributions from a more diverse cross-section of developers and organizations. + +The move to foundation isn't just about Debezium, it's equally about the community. +If you're organization wishes to ensure that Debezium evolves and grows in a direction that benefits your organization, get involved. +Join us in helping Debezium transition to the Commonhaus Foundation. + +The Commonhaus Foundation is currently bootstrapping, enabling it to be shaped to help you and open-source projects like Debezium have a place to call home. +For questions about this move, please refer to our link:/foundation/faq[dedicated FAQ] or reach out through our usual channels. + +On behalf of the Debezium team. diff --git a/foundation/faq.asciidoc b/foundation/faq.asciidoc new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..b6be28ae35 --- /dev/null +++ b/foundation/faq.asciidoc @@ -0,0 +1,60 @@ +--- +layout: page-menu +title: Debezium at Commonhaus FAQ +permalink: /foundation/faq/ +--- +:linkattrs: +:icons: font +:source-highlighter: highlight.js + +=== Why move to a foundation? + +Enable us to welcome more contributions from a diverse range of developers and organisations. + +=== Which Debezium projects as moving to a foundation? + +All projects under the https://github.com/debezium[Debezium GitHub] organization. + +=== What is Commonhaus? + +See https://www.commonhaus.org[https://www.commonhaus.org]. + +=== Why Commonhaus? + +The main reason for choosing Commonhaus over another foundation was its governance framework, which emphasises project self-governance. +See, in particular, its guiding principles. + +=== Why not move to any other foundation? + +See Commonhaus’ own https://www.commonhaus.org/about/faq.html[FAQ]. + +=== What does the move consist of exactly? + +The move consists of donating the Debezium-related intellectual property owned by Red Hat. +The donated intellectual property includes in particular: + +* Debezium trademark +* All related domain names + +This does not include copyright, since Red Hat does not have exclusive claims to copyright on the Debezium code. + +=== Is Red Hat reducing the funding for Debezium development? + +No, not all. + +=== How is Red Hat's involvement in Debezium changing? + +Red Hat's involvement in Debezium remains unchanged and as committed as ever. + +The Debezium team is expecting increased collaboration between Red Hat and other organizations, which may require setting time aside to onboard new contributors and collaborators. + +=== What is changing in practice for contributors to the Debezium project? + +Commonhaus requires Debezium to adhere to its https://www.commonhaus.org/policies/[policies], including in particular its https://www.commonhaus.org/policies/ip-policy/[intellectual property policy], and https://www.commonhaus.org/policies/trademark-policy/[trademark policy]. + +This is great news for you all, as it legally binds the project to remain open-source forever. +Commonhaus also requires having a code of conduct, and provides a recommended one, but each project can freely customize the details as needed. + +Debezium contributors can opt to become Commonhaus Members; this is not a requirement to participate in the Debezium project, but is a requirement to help define Commonhaus. + +The Debezium project's core contributors, internal governance and processes remain the same. \ No newline at end of file