AI is changing how developers learn, collaborate, and contribute.
Are AI coding tools eroding community participation? Is Stack Overflow’s decline a warning sign? Will AI-generated contributions overwhelm maintainers? How do people contribute to open source when using AI tools?
This session uses real data on developer behavior, GitHub contribution patterns, and changes in project development. You’ll learn what’s actually changing, where AI is truly supporting open source work, and where it risks undermining long-term sustainability.
We’ll cover:
- Key indicators to track for community health in the AI era
- How AI alters onboarding, mentorship, and contributor engagement
- Practical adaptation strategies projects can use right now
You’ll walk away with a clear set of leadership actions to ensure AI strengthens, rather than slowly erodes, open collaboration on your project.
