Get it Right with the Open Source Program Office (OSPO)

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Modern software development operates as a complex software supply chain, where developers frequently rely on third-party open-source components and libraries to accelerate development and enhance functionality. While this approach offers significant benefits, including cost savings and innovation, it also introduces risks related to security, compliance, and maintainability. As a result, organizations must adopt a structured approach to managing these risks and fostering trust in the software they develop.

This comprehensive online, self-paced course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and tools necessary to establish and maintain a team capable of effectively managing their organization's use of open-source software. The course covers best practices for ensuring compliance, mitigating security vulnerabilities, and fostering responsible engagement with the broader open-source community.

Participants will learn strategies for assessing and selecting open-source components, implementing governance policies, and contributing to open-source projects in a way that aligns with organizational goals. No prior knowledge is required, making this course accessible to anyone interested in understanding how to securely and responsibly integrate open-source software into their development workflows.

By the end of this course, participants will have the confidence to navigate the open-source ecosystem while ensuring security, compliance, and long-term sustainability for their software projects.