Zig Programming Language Migrates from GitHub to Codeberg Over Platform Concerns
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nikolay
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Summary
The Zig programming language project is migrating from GitHub to Codeberg due to concerns about GitHub's acquisition by Microsoft and its relationship with ICE. The article explains the technical migration process, including repository mirroring, issue migration, and community transition. It discusses the philosophical reasons for leaving GitHub, citing concerns about centralized control, surveillance capitalism, and ethical issues. The migration is presented as a move toward more open, community-driven infrastructure that aligns with Zig's values.
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Putting aside GitHub's relationship with ICE, it's abundantly clear that the talented folks who used to work on GitHub are no longer there.
The migration to Codeberg represents a move toward more open, community-driven infrastructure that aligns with Zig's values.
We're not just moving code; we're moving our community to a platform that better reflects our principles.
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