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  • I get that you’re trying to defend the idea that devs should be able to work without pressure. And I agree they should. But that doesn’t mean communication doesn’t matter. People aren’t asking for constant updates or personal check ins. They’re asking whether the project is still moving, if issues are being addressed, or if it’s even maintained at all.

    Just because something is open source doesn’t mean users should be told to stay quiet or expect nothing. Transparency isn’t a burden. A quick note, a pinned issue, or a status update doesn’t take much but means a lot to those relying on the project.

    And no, the fact that it’s free doesn’t erase the need for basic clarity. Open source works best when there’s trust and openness, not just in code, but in process. If no one knows what’s happening, they’ll assume it’s dead or broken. That’s not complaining. That’s human nature.

    You can respect a dev’s time and still believe that sharing basic info is part of maintaining a public project. If you don’t want any questions or feedback, don’t release it publicly. But if you do, then conversation isn’t optional. It’s part of the deal.