OpenBSD developer Dr. Brian Callahan reflects on his changing relationship with BSD operating systems after 13+ years and 2,404 commits. As a professor now, he discusses how he's shifting from active development to mentoring students through BSD-related research projects. The post explores how technical pursuits evolve into personal growth and community connections over time.
Background
OpenBSD is a security-focused open-source Unix-like operating system known for its rigorous code auditing and security features. Long-term contributors often transition through different phases of involvement as their personal and professional lives evolve.
- Source
- Lobsters
- Published
- Mar 23, 2026 at 10:30 PM
- Score
- 5.0 / 10