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10 years of Open Source North
This episode takes a behind-the-scenes look at the journey of the Open Source North (OSN) conference. Founder Jeff Urban and veteran participants share how OSN grew from a niche Java meetup into a premier Midwest tech event. They reflect on OSN’s community-first focus, lessons learned, and how inclusivity and innovation shape a space for IT professionals to learn and connect.
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