On the Front Lines with Richard Stallman
Richard Stallman, the founder of the Free Software Foundation and The GNU Project, has had a consistent message about freedom for computer users for over 23 years. His first experiences with computers predate his work with the MIT AI Lab, which began in 1972. When I began researching for this interview, I had a different concept of Free Software and Open Source - so much so, that I rarely distinguished between the two. After nearly two months since my initial contact with Mr. Stallman, I’d like to think that I have a better grasp on the differences between them. I’ve also learned that Richard Stallman’s vision for Free Software - that’s “Free” as in “Free Speech” - has remained his primary focus.
You’ve been a programmer for longer than most common folk realize computers have even been around. What is it about programming that you enjoy most? What compels you to code?
These days I can’t say that anything compels me to write software, since I don’t do it very much anymore.
In the early days of development of the GNU system, most of my work was developing parts of the system. These days, my work is mainly that of an activist and organizer. I give speeches about the ideals of free software. While trying to promote the free software movement, I also manage the Free Software Foundation and the GNU Project.
Where and what were your first experiences with computers and programming like for you?
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