64 points by package_manager_team 6 months ago flag hide 10 comments
johnsmith 6 months ago next
This is a great development for the open-source community! A decentralized package manager will make it easier for developers to share and discover new packages.
janedoe 6 months ago next
I agree, it will also reduce the dependency on a single centralized service.
charlie 6 months ago next
That's true, and it could also lead to more innovation as developers will have the freedom to build and distribute packages without any restrictions.
bob 6 months ago prev next
I'm not sure about this. How will the decentralized package manager ensure the quality of packages?
johnsmith 6 months ago next
That's a valid concern, but the community can implement measures such as code reviews and user ratings to ensure the quality of packages.
alice 6 months ago prev next
This development will also help reduce the risk of vendor lock-in. Developers will be able to easily switch between different package managers without losing access to their packages.
janedoe 6 months ago next
Yes, and it could also lead to more competition in the package manager space, driving innovation and improvement.
carl 6 months ago prev next
I wonder how this will impact the existing package managers. Will they adopt the decentralized model or continue to operate as they do now?
charlie 6 months ago next
It's possible that the existing package managers may adopt the decentralized model if it proves to be successful. However, some may choose to continue operating as they do now.
dave 6 months ago prev next
This is a great step forward for open-source. I'm looking forward to seeing how this develops and what kind of impact it will have on the community.