Category: Creator

Open source software has revolutionized the tech industry, allowing developers to share their work with the world and collaborate on innovative projects. However, one of the biggest challenges for open source creators is finding a sustainable way to monetize their efforts.

The Problem with Traditional Open Source Monetization
Traditionally, open source creators have struggled with monetization. While their projects may gain popularity and widespread use, turning that success into financial support often requires significant time and resources. Creators need to set up their own infrastructure, manage updates, and handle customer support, which can be daunting and detract from their core development work.

Introducing Eyevinn Open Source Cloud
Eyevinn Open Source Cloud changes the game by providing a platform where open source projects can be offered as a service.

This means that creators can focus on what they do best—developing innovative software—while Eyevinn handles the hosting. The best part? Revenue generated from these services is shared with the creators, providing a stream of income.

How It Works
Submit Your Repository: Open source creators can submit their GitHub repositories to Eyevinn Open Source Cloud. The platform turns repositories into software as a service (SaaS) offerings.

Revenue Sharing: Once the project is live on the platform, users can subscribe to the service. Creators earn a share of the revenue generated by their software without having to lift a finger.
No Lock-In: One of the key benefits of Eyevinn Open Source Cloud is that it does not lock creators or users into the platform. The source code remains open and can be moved to other infrastructures if needed.

Benefits for Open Source Creators
Effortless Monetization: Creators can earn revenue without the hassle of setting up and maintaining their own infrastructure.
Increased Usage: By lowering the barrier to entry, more users can adopt and provide feedback on the software, leading to continuous improvement.
Sustainable Business Model: The revenue-sharing model ensures that creators have a financial incentive to keep developing and enhancing their projects.

Conclusion
Eyevinn Open Source Cloud offers a way for open source creators to monetize their work effortlessly. By turning open source projects into managed services, creators can focus on innovation while enjoying a stream of revenue. If you are an open source creator looking for a sustainable way to support your work, Eyevinn Open Source Cloud is the solution you’ve been waiting for.
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The Hello World repository I created is available on GitHub https://github.com/ernestocarocca/hello-world

If you’re looking for a fast and seamless way to deploy your apps in the cloud, Eyevinn Open Source Cloud (OSC) is the perfect choice.

Here’s a step-by-step guide to deploying a basic “Hello World” app using OSC.

Eyevinn Open Source Cloud web page

insert your repo, then press launch.

After logging in, you’ll be directed to My Inbox, where the repository you uploaded will be listed. If your app requires environment variables, you’ll see how simple and visually clear it is to add them. Just input the required variables in the designated fields and Add new repository.

Once the process is complete and the repository is approved, you can simply search for it by the name you gave it. Press the “Hello World” card.

Here’s where the magic begins! Press on “Create example”.

Fill in the desired name and environment variables. End press on the “Create”

But if, for any reason, you’re unsure about certain terms or settings, don’t worry! There’s an AI assistant available to answer any questions you have regarding the process.

Then you see a card created that looks like this. Just press on the card.

After just a few seconds, I had a fully deployed web app.